Best Evans Marching 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.

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

Standard Tom Pack (12", 13", 16") 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

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

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" drum head with a single ply of 7.5mil film

Short in sustain with a bright tone

Sensitive response and strong projection

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.

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

LAYER OF OIL: 22" 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

26" drum head for resonant or batter use

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

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

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

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

REINFORCED STRIKING SURFACE - Impact Patches added to reinforce the striking surface and enhance the audible attack and articulation

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

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

8" concert snare head with a single ply of 10mil film

Unique strata coating simulates the feel and warmth of sound found with calf skin heads

Thicker film yields a dark timbre and warm tone that resembles slightly thicker calfskin heads

6" black MX tenor head with two plies of 7.5mil white film

Produces that sought after drum corps sound by producing clear and discernible pitches that reach into the stands

Advanced hoop design prevents film pull-out

22" drum head with single ply of 7.5mil film and a fixed internal overtone control ring

Dry vents allow air to escape and reduce overtones

Wide tuning range

14" System Blue Marching Snare head made using unique high-tensile fibers

Features the perfect blend of projection and clarity of tone while maintaining a softer feel than other professional drumheads

Provides a warm tone and articulate sound at all dynamic levels

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

Bright and full tone

Unique modular foam arc dampening system is easily manipulated

14" snare side marching drum head with 3mil film

2mil overtone control ring minimizes unwanted overtones

Offers traditional film snare side sound

30" drum head with two plies of 7.5mil film

Bright tone and pronounced attack

Unique modular foam arc dampening system is easily manipulated

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

Bright and resonant tone

Traditional sound and feel

10" clear tenor head made using two plies of film. A top ply of 6.5mil and a bottom ply of 10mil film

Produces that sought after drum corps sound by producing clear and discernible pitches that reach into the stands

The extra thickness (16.5mil total) compared to standard tenor heads (14-15mil total) make the Corps Clear heads more durable and able to hold pitch longer

Patented UV-cured coating provides unmatched durability and consistency

Made from a single ply of unique 10mil film

A single ply offers an open and expressive sound