Essential Information About the CODE DNA COATED+ 16 in Tom Head
- Single 10 mil coated ply for quick response and precise attack.
- Warm "vintage" grain with medium sustain and controlled harmonics.
- Versatile: suitable for brushes, rods, or heavy sticks; ideal for both stage and studio.
- Durable aluminum hoop for reliable tuning stability.
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
Inspired by classic coated heads, the CODE "Vintage" series targets the organic feel and retro tone favored by many drummers.
Who This Head Is For
Ideal for beginners to advanced players seeking a warm and defined sound, it excels in jazz, fusion, rock, and versatile formats both in studio and on stage.
Features and Innovations
Unique 10 mil film with consistent coating for control, aluminum hoop for tuning stability, compatible with 16 in toms, and responsive feel to dynamics.
Sound
The single ply offers a bright attack and nice openness, while the coating softens the highs, thickens the mids, and channels the harmonics. Sustain remains medium, making it easy to blend into a mix without excessive overtones.
Technical Specifications
Format
- Category: tom
- Diameter: 16 in
Construction
- Type: single ply
- Thickness: 10 mil
- Thickness: 1 ply 10 mil
- Head finish: coated
- Configuration: coated
- Hoop: aluminum
Sound
- Vintage, warm harmonics, precise attack
- Resonance: measured and controlled
Applications
- General: stage or studio
- Styles: jazz, fusion, rock
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