Best Aquarian Drum Set Drumheads in 2026

TWO PLIES OF FILM – The 14” Evans Genera HD Dry coated snare drum head is made using two plies of film, a 5mil outer ply and a 7.5mil inner ply, that yields an aggressive rimshot and balanced response.

VENT HOLES – The HD Dry features small precision-drilled vent holes around the edge of the drum head that eliminate stray harmonics, control sustain and tighten the sound.

OVERTONE CONTROL – A 2mil overtone control ring on the underside "floats" with the head, eliminating excessive overtones and controlling sustain. This snare drum head barks live yet is ideal for the studio.

SINGLE PLY FILM AND FOAM DAMPENING RING: Evans EMAD Resonant series offers better control of overtones and enhances pitch, focus, and attack. Ideal for rock and gospel music

IDEAL RESONANT HEAD FOR EMAD BATTER HEADS: Perfect for use with the Evans EMAD series batter heads to create the perfect drum sound

FIXED BLACK PLASTIC CONTROL RING: A fixed black plastic control ring is internally mounted, holding in place a foam damping ring that controls overtones and enhances pitch

EMAD SYSTEM– The Evans Clear Bass Drum Head has an externally mounted adjustable damping system to control the attack and focus of the drum head by choosing one of two removable foam rings. The 22” drum head has an outer ply of 7mil and an inner ply of 10mil film for added durability.

LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY – A Level 360 collar allows the clear bass drum head to seat itself properly and in turn provides a head that is easier to tune and a wider tonal range for a sound that is studio ready.

AVAILABLE IN 5 SIZES – Evans EMAD2 clear bass drum heads are available in sizes 18” to 26” with multiple thickness and coating options.

Fusion Tom Pack (10",12", 14") drum heads made using two plies of 7mil film

Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time

Very versatile head for all music genre applications, a true working drummer's choice

16" drum head made using two plies of 7mil film

Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time

Exclusive Sound Shaping Technology (SST) provides the ideal amount of dampening tailored for each individually sized drum head

LAYER OF OIL: Standard Tom Pack (12", 13", 16") drum heads with a thin layer of oil between two plies of film to suppress unwanted overtones

TWO PLIES: Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time

EARLY ROCK SOUND: A fat, deep and short sound pioneered by early 70's rock and roll

12" drum head made using two plies of 7mil film

Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time

Very versatile head for all music genre applications, a true working drummer's choice

BEST SELLING SERIES: The Evans Clear 300 Snare Side Drumhead features a single ply of 3mil film that provides a wide dynamic range and controlled snare response at all dynamic levels.

LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY: A Level 360 collar allows the clear snare side drumhead to seat itself properly and in turn provides a head that is easier to tune and a wider tonal range for a sound that is studio ready.

AVAILABLE IN 6 SIZES: In addition to the 13”, Evans clear 300 snare side drumheads are available in 8", 10", 12", 14" and 15".

COATED DRUM HEAD - 14" snare batter drum head made using two plies of film. An outer ply of 7mil and an inner ply of 10mil film

EDGE CONTROL - Edge Control technology pre-EQs the sound, removing troublesome mid-range overtones that muddy the snare drum's sound

REVERSE DOT - The reverse dot is mounted on the underside of the head for extra durability, focus and attack without getting in the way of brushes

Fusion package includes 10", 12", 14", 16"

External overtone control ring that "floats" On the surface of the drum head

Removes overtones and flattens the drum heads' Sound and allows for easier tuning

Patented uv-cured coating provides unmatched durability and consistency

Made from 2 plies of reinforced 7mil film

Offers increased attack and durability over other 2 ply heads

14" snare batter drum head made using two plies of 7.5mil film

Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time

Delivers all the volume and rind needed

12" drum head made using two plies of 7.5mil film

Two plies offer consistency and durability for longer playing time

A frost coating gives the Onyx heads a matte black appearance and increases low-end response and attack

16" drum head with a single ply of 7.5mil film

Short in sustain with a bright tone

Sensitive response and strong projection

16" drum head made using a single ply of 10 mil film

A single ply offers an open and expressive sound

Very versatile head for all music genre applications, a true working drummer's choice

16-Inch, 2-ply construction (7mil clear over 7.5mil black film for reliable 2-ply durability)

Semi-reflective mirror-like appearance

Opposing films for shorter sustain and accentuated mid/low frequency response

13" tom batter drumhead

Calftone is a synthetic alternative that embodies the look and sound of traditional calfskin

Made with a 7mil film base and blended with unique materials to produce warm, full, and rich tones

13" drum head made from a single ply of unique 10mil film

Patented UV-cured coating provides unmatched durability and consistency

A single ply offers an open and expressive sound

COATED DRUMHEAD: This coated drumhead is made for use as a drum set snare batter.

FOR EXTENDED LIFE, SENSITIVITY: Evans Hybrid snare drumheads are made with a 14 mil, ultra-durable weave of two high-tensile fibers, creating a unique wear-resistant texture with extended life and greater sensitivity.

LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY: All Evans drumheads feature Level 360 Technology to provide ease of tuning, extended pitch range, and optimum quality of sound.

14" white snare drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film

The Power Center offers durability and focus in the center via a 5mil patch

Unique notches in the 5", 5mil diameter center dot allows it to flex, keeping the head open at the edges

Single-ply, mesh material

Dramatically reduces volume

Can be used with drum triggers

12" drum head with a single ply of 12mil film

20 percent thicker than a standard single-ply drum head

Thicker film offers the feel of a single ply head with two-ply durability

14" concert drum head with a single ply of 7.5mil film with a 2mil internal overtone control ring

Thin single ply has an open and airy tonal quality

2mil overtone control ring offers ease of tuning, increased focus and articulation

20-Inch resonant drum head made using a single ply of 7mil film

A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made to be microphone friendly, from the studio to arena

No mic port

SHOCKWEAVE MESH - 2-ply construction that combines a top layer of EVANS ShockWeave Mesh with an all new Snare Sim Technology to mimic the sound of traditional snare wires

NO BUZZ - Turn off your snare wires for optimal playing experience and no sympathetic snare buzz

NATURAL ACOUSTIC TONE & FEEL - Natural, acoustic tone and a more natural acoustic feel

16" drum head for use with bass drum style hoops

Calftone is a synthetic alternative that embodies the look and sound of traditional calfskin

Made using a blend of unique materials to produce warm, full, and rich tones

14" MX5 Hybrid Marching Snare Bottom head is made using a 5mil think aramid fiber/polyester laminate

Produces that sought after drum corps sound while providing maximum snare response

Produces a more crisp snare response than a standard Kevlar bottom head