If you want extreme low-end, and a head-turning alternative to a standard bass drum, look no further than to Pearl's DjemBass. Convert a PJF-350 fiberglass djembe into a compact kick drum with the DjemBass accessory pack.
To reduce the attack and add greater "lows" Pearl includes a cloth cap that stretches around the head. For greater low-end, slip the included neoprene disc inside, which gives you two sound options.