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Remo Ambassador Options

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I have a late 60's Star kit (12" and 14" toms 20" kick). I am looking to get all new heads for it. I originally was going to put Remo Ambassadors on but I seem to have problems with the coating coming off. I want a white or coated style head, single ply, batter and reso. I play mostly jazz, light rock, folk type stuff.

Has anyone had experience with the Remo Suede series? What is the difference between the suede and white suede? Would I be better off going with a different brand (Evans Coated G1)?

Any suggestions?

Thank you!

Posted on 8 years ago
#1
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I've had good luck with Aquarian Classic Coated heads in the past. Same weight as an ambassador head, but with a better coating. I find they have a slightly better sound as well.....but that is a subjective thing.

Posted on 8 years ago
#2
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The Evans G1 360's are a great head, also, the white coating last longer than Remos will. The Attack white coated heads are great also.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 8 years ago
#3
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It's interesting how different people's experiences are with coated Remos. I'm a very heavy hitter and I've played coated Emperors and Ambassadors for years without any problems. Then there are guys who rarely lay into their drums and their coating peels like a sunburn.

Zach

Currently looking for a 3-ply 24x14 Ludwig in champagne sparkle w/rail consolette and cymbal mount!
Posted on 8 years ago
#4
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Same here, cant recall having problems with them in 50 years. In fact in the 70-80,s I found playing the same heads as long as possible was giving me the sound I needed back then. I still change heads sparingly, unless you crack one openLoLoLoLo

Hit like you mean it!!
Posted on 8 years ago
#5
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On my Stewart Peacock set, I use Evans G2 coated for batters and G1 coated for reso`s...Excellent quality heads indeed!! I wouldn`t say that I`m the heaviest of hitters, but, I`m no slouch either and these heads hardly show wear...

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 8 years ago
#6
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From wayne

Same here, cant recall having problems with them in 50 years. In fact in the 70-80,s I found playing the same heads as long as possible was giving me the sound I needed back then. I still change heads sparingly, unless you crack one openLoLoLoLo

The 70's and 80's remo coating is not the same remo coating of today. I 'm a heavy hitter But I also always hit in the same spot, I can wear the coating on a remo emperor in 30 minutes of playing now, The old Remos of old I never wore the coating out.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 8 years ago
#7
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Hmmm weird I never have a problem with the coating on Ambassadors . That is all I use or like . These are the regular Ambassadors not the Vintage Ambassador line btw .

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Posted on 8 years ago
#8
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From vintagemore2000

The 70's and 80's remo coating is not the same remo coating of today. I 'm a heavy hitter But I also always hit in the same spot, I can wear the coating on a remo emperor in 30 minutes of playing now, The old Remos of old I never wore the coating out.

Yes exactly.... I've not had the same problem with the A's or X's.. but the standard Ambassadors are not the same...

Cheers

John

'77 Slingerland 51N,Super Rock 24,18,14,13.. COW 8,10 Concert toms
'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
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Posted on 8 years ago
#9
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Thanks for all your feedback. I have been an Evans guy through and through but really wanted to try Remo this time for this specific kit. I have had Remo Ambassadors on my Acrolite in the past that would flake and wear very quickly where the Evans Coated G1's and G2's I have not struggled with. Here is what I am thinking I will try:

Toms: Remo Suede for batter and Coated Ambassador for reso

Kick: Remo Coated PS3 for batter and Coated Ambassador with felt strip for reso

I ordered a 14" suede head from CME so I can see how it sounds on my snare and floor tom. Not sure if I will like it or not. It is hard to find info/experience/reviews on the suede series head.

Posted on 8 years ago
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