REMO ET-0216-00 16" Ocean Drum – Product Description

Remo ET-0216-00 16" Ocean Drum

Bring the soothing rhythms of the sea into your studio, classroom or performance space with the 16-inch Ocean Drum from Remo. Engineered to capture the gentle roll of waves and the dramatic crash of surf, this instrument offers a unique sonic palette that immediately evokes natural movement and fluid soundscapes. Whether used in sound design, music therapy, percussion ensembles or live performance, it's a versatile and evocative tool.

Key Features

• 16″ diameter double-sided frame drum design: spacious size for deep, immersive wave sounds.
• Acousticon® shell construction – durable and optimized for sound-effect use.
• Clear Mylar resonant drumhead – lets you see internal beads in motion for visual effect and sound control. 
• Filled with free-rolling metal beads (inside) – designed to recreate both rolling and crashing wave sounds when tilted or shaken.
• Professional-quality construction suitable for recreational, educational and professional sound-effect applications.
• Standard finish version (model ET-0216-00) – classic look that fits any environment.

Benefits

• Immersive sound-scape creation: With each tilt and shake you’ll hear evocative wave-motion, making this instrument ideal for ambient, meditation, sound-effect or theatrical work.
• Visual and tactile engagement: The clear head allows you (and audiences) to watch the beads in motion, adding to the performance experience.
• Versatile use: Suitable for music education (introducing rhythm, texture and movement), performance (percussion ensembles, live shows) and sound-design (foley, theatre, sound healing).
• Durable build: The Acousticon shell and quality Remo construction ensure reliable performance in rehearsal, studio and stage environments.
• Unique sonic identity: Unlike conventional drums, this Ocean Drum creates a distinctive “ocean” sound — great for introducing novelty into your percussion setup or sound palette.

Brand Overview

Founded in the mid-1950s, Remo has grown into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of drum-heads, percussion instruments and high-quality sound-effect tools. With a reputation for innovation and durability, Remo has long been trusted by educators, professional musicians, therapists and sound-designers alike. Their Ocean Drum series exemplifies this legacy — merging creative sound possibilities with robust construction and professional usability. The “Rhythm Defines Us” philosophy underpins every product line, and the ET-0216-00 is no exception: whether you’re crafting ambient textures, enhancing a performance or exploring rhythm in education, Remo brings reliability, quality and sonic creativity.

Specification Snapshot

• Model: ET-0216-00 (Standard finish)
• Diameter: 16″ (approx. 40.6 cm)
• Shell: Acousticon® frame
• Head: Clear Mylar resonant head (plus opposing side head)
• Application: Recreational, Educational & Professional sound-effect use 

Unlock the sounds of the sea — roll the drum gently, let the beads cascade, and create both subtle surf and dramatic wave-crash effects. Whether you’re a percussionist, educator or sound-designer, the Remo Ocean Drum offers an inspiring and reliable addition to your toolkit.