Remo External Sub Muffler 22″ Bass Drum Head System

Remo External Sub Muff’l 22″ Bass Drum System (MF-3022-00): Focused Punch and Subsonic Enhancement

The Remo External Sub Muff’l 22″ Bass Drum System is a non-adhesive, free-floating dampening accessory designed to control overtones and enhance the low-end of your bass drum.1 It is a highly effective, external alternative to internal muffling (like pillows) or heads with built-in dampening.2

The model number for the 22″ size is typically MF-3022-00.3

Key Features for Bass Drum Tone Control

The External Sub Muff’l is engineered to deliver a focused, punchy kick drum sound without sacrificing the drum’s natural resonance:4

• Free-Floating External Design: This system is placed externally on the batter or resonant head of the bass drum.5 Its “free-floating” design ensures that it sits on the drumhead’s tension hoop, preventing any interference with the drumhead’s contact with the bearing edge.6 This allows the head and drum shell to maintain their full sonic character.7

• Controlled Sustain and Enhanced Attack: The accessory works to eliminate unwanted high-frequency ringing and excessive sustain, leaving a clean, fundamental bass tone. It is specifically designed to provide additional subsonic lows and increased attack, resulting in a focused “thud.”8

• Adjustable Dampening: The system is constructed with an external plastic profile (a tray) and includes slip-resistant foam inserts.9 These foam inserts can be easily added or removed from the tray, allowing the drummer to quickly and precisely adjust the amount of dampening and control the decay of the drum.10

• Compatibility: Because of its external design, the Sub Muff’l is compatible with virtually any 22″ bass drum head that does not have external dampening (such as a Powerstroke P3 or P4).11 It’s an excellent way to add control to single-ply or coated heads.

• Ideal for Live and Studio: The clean, focused sound profile is highly desirable in both live settings (reducing “mud”) and studio recording (resulting in a cleaner, clearer miked signal).12

The Remo External Sub Muff’l 22″ Bass Drum System is an indispensable tool for drummers seeking maximum tone control, durability, and focused low-end performance from their bass drum, all without having to permanently modify the head or insert muffling materials inside the shell.