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UK-based Code have spent the past few years developing their range of heads and accessories, and are quickly becoming popular. They've had amazing reviews in Rhythm magazine this year, and have performed well against the long-established head companies in sound tests by Drummers Review.  Code have plenty of endorsees singing their praises, but what about regular players like you...? Here's what Dave's Drums customer, Paddy (who drums with covers band DV8), has to say about his switch to Code. "Since my switch to Code drum heads I have not played anything else. "I previously only played Evans G2, and thought I would not switch to anything else ever again. However after reading reviews and speaking to a few fellow drummers, I decided to try them out. "As well as very good value for the money, the playability of these heads is second to none. I currently play the Code TRS [smooth white] on my my snare, Code Law [surface donut dot] on my toms and the Code Blast on my bass drum. "Easy to tune and look great under stage lights, they always sound alive!! Sound engineers where we have played always comment on how good they sound. "I'm a Code convert. Get some, try them, you'll love them!!"  Paddy rocking his Code drum heads!  Here's a breakdown of costings you can expect for Code heads for your kit, based on the types of head Paddy uses: Code TRS 14" snare head: £15.99 Code Law 10"/12"/14" tom heads: £30.50 Code Blast clear 22" bass drum head: £29.99 Add an Enigma display head for £18.99
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I recently realised that it's been rather a long time since my first run-down on Code heads, and the range has been significantly refreshed and consolidated in the 3 years since the company started. When we first stocked Code, there was only one snare drum batter head: the Zero (plus the Genetic snare-side head, available only in 5mils thickness.) Now Code offer 3 different snare batters: Zero, Sterling and Sterling TRS, all available in either 13" or 14" sizes.
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| A coated 10mils single ply head with a reverse centre donut dot for added durability. Zero heads can be used across a wide range of styles, but generally on the heavier end. Used by Mike Heaton (Embrace and a director at Code) for both live and studio work. | |
14" £11.75 incl shipping/£9.99 collected
13" £11.50 incl shipping/£9.49 collected
(packs also available with Genetic and/or wires)
Sterling
| | Designed specifically for the snare and for heavy hitters wanting a powerful sound and heads that will last, or extra “oomph” for jazz players! Coated, twin 7mils plies with a bonding ring to control and reduce overtones, with a 7mils reverse black dot on the underside for enhanced durability. A big, bold sound with a “crack”, projection and loads of depth. |
14" £14.50 incl shipping/£14.00 collected
13" £14.00 including shipping/£13.39 collected
(packs also available with Genetic and/or wires)
Sterling TRS
| Sister to the Sterling coated head, designed for prolonged, intense playing, with a smooth head to minimise wear. The TRS has similar sonic characteristics to the Sterling, but far more durability. The design is the same as the Sterling - 2 x 7mils plies, but with a thicker centre dot in the main playing area (7mils), giving a total of 21mils. Designed for the really heavy and hard hitters - tested by Russ Gilbrook from Uriah Heep. Strong powerful tone and bright attack. | |
14" £14.50 incl shipping/£14.00 collected
13" £14.00 including shipping/£13.39 collected
(packs also available with Genetic and/or wires)
Genetic (Snare-Side)
| | Genetic heads are specifically made for the snare-side resonant head of the snare drum. They are single ply and available in 2 thicknesses: 3mils and 5mils. The 3mils thickness is very sensitive, very clear and has a highlighted top end - ideal for any style of music. The 5mils thickness is darker and deeper, and is slightly less sensitive, so performs well in high-volume situations. |
14" £9.50 incl shipping/£7.00 collected
13" £9.50 including shipping/£7.00 collected
 Snare wires are available in 13" or 14" |  Snare wire ribbons come in packs of 2 pairs |
So there you have it - something for everyone!
Don't forget that Code's DNA coated and Law Donut Dot heads can also be used as snare heads - I'll be blogging about these soon.
Dave Harris
Drummer, drum geek, reluctant blogger and eater of cheese!
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