Remo Emperor Black Suede Drumheads

The Remo Emperor® Black Suede™ Drumhead delivers focused, warm tones with a soft playing feel and a distinctive matte black appearance. Designed for drummers who want controlled sustain and strong projection, this drumhead produces a balanced sound well suited for modern drumset applications.

Constructed with two plies of film — a 7.5-mil textured Ebony top layer and a 7-mil clear bottom layer, the Emperor Black Suede offers durability while maintaining a warm, controlled tonal response. Remo’s proprietary Black Suede texturing process creates a non-reflective matte surface that enhances stick response while providing a unique visual aesthetic.

The Emperor Black Suede drumhead is well suited for pop, R&B, and rock applications, delivering focused tone with controlled sustain and excellent durability.

Key Features

• Two-ply construction with 7.5-mil textured Ebony and 7-mil clear films
• Warm, focused tone with controlled sustain
• Soft feel with strong projection and articulation
• Matte black non-reflective finish created with Remo’s proprietary texturing process
• Ideal for pop, R&B, and rock drumset applications

Available Sizes

Available in multiple snare and tom drum sizes.