Hayman 405-K rawhide bongo head – small 6.85″ (174 mm) diameter, integrated aluminum hoop, fits the BG-405 small drum
The moment rawhide meets rim, rhythm feels alive again. Hand-selected natural rawhide, left unbleached to preserve its supple fibres, gives the Hayman 405-K a voice that blooms with earthy warmth every time your fingertips land. Tucked beneath the hide a seamless aluminum hoop hugs the collar; it resists corrosion, keeps tuning lugs true and makes head changes quick, even under humid stage lights. Sized at a compact 6.85 inch (≈ 174 mm), this head is voiced for the pequeño shell of the Hayman BG-405, restoring that crisp pop and woody slap that dancers hear as a cue to move.
Drummers who favour traditional skins will feel the instant rebound—the raw surface grips just enough chalk or sweat to stay articulate at pianissimo yet opens with a sunny resonance when driven hard. Season it gently, seat it evenly, and the hide settles without the sudden drop-off that plagues synthetic film. Because Hayman cures every skin slowly, fibres align naturally, holding pitch longer and stretching predictably over months of club dates and studio sessions. The lightweight hoop shaves grams off your rig, easing stand angles and long sets. Whether you’re swapping out a worn head mid-tour or building a new timbre palette in the studio, 405-K keeps your BG-405 singing in the register it was born for. Order through Elit Music and tap into more than 30 years of percussion know-how plus shipping that lands your spare head before the next gig.
Technical specifications
Diameter: 6.85″ / ≈ 174 mm (small head)
Material: natural rawhide, unbleached
Hoop: integrated aluminum collar
Compatible drum: Hayman BG-405 pequeño shell
Profile: low collar for even seating
Weight: ≈ 90 g
