Best Evans 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.

26" resonant drum head made using a single ply 7.5mil film

The 4" offset mic port features a plastic sleeve focuses pitch and enhances the attach while providing protection for the port

The perfect resonant head for use with the EMAD series batter heads

Fusion Tom Pack (10", 12", 14") drum heads 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

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

Rock Tom Pack (10", 12", 16") drum heads are 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: 12" drum head 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

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.

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 10”, Evans clear 300 snare side drumheads are available in 8", 12", 13", 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

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

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

12" 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

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

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

Short in sustain with a bright tone

Sensitive response and strong projection

14" drum head with extreme durability

Head construction can withstand even the heaviest of hitters

Woven textured surface is an ideal match for brush players seeking maximum articulation

MAXIMIZE LOW END: EMAD Onyx bass drumhead delivers focused attack, enhanced low-end, and improved durability, making it ideal for heavy hitters

LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY: The Level 360 collar design ensures balanced contact with the drum shell, allowing for easier tuning, extended pitch range, and optimum sound quality

2-PLY FILM: Made with two plies of 7.5mil film for improved durability while maintaining its punchy attack and powerful low-end

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" glass (clear) snare resonant drum head made using a single ply of 5mil film

5mil head offers great snare response at high dynamic levels

Best suited for deep drums or heavy rock performances

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

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

FOR DURABILITY, FOCUS, ATTACK: Evans Heavyweight snare drumheads are made with two plies of 10mil film, plus a 3mil Reverse dot in the center of the head for even more durability, focus, and attack.

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

22" drum head made using a special, single ply 10mil film

An internal overtone control ring and a removable muffle ring coupled with dry-vents work extremely well with and without a microphone

Very versatile head for all music genres; a true working drummer's choice

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

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

22" bass drum head made using two plies of 6.5mil film

An internal overtone control ring and a removable muffle ring coupled with dry-vents work extremely well with and without a microphone

Very versatile head for all music genres; a true working drummer's choice

Unübertroffene haltbarkeit und Konsistenz

Hergestellt Aus einer einzigen Schicht einzigartiger 10 mm Folie

Mit unserem patentierten Emad System für zusätzlichen Schlag und AnGriff

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

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