The Allure of Evans Drumheads!

There are many types of drum heads. With dozens of series available, some people are not sure which one to choose. In such cases, I think it is a good option to choose a standard brand first. Standard brands have the advantage of having been used in practice studios and have many dedicated users, so it is easy to gather information such as reviews.

In this blog, I will introduce Evans, known for their classic standing among drumhead brands.

What is Evans?

Founded by Chick Evans, Evans is a drumhead manufacturer with a history of more than 40 years. Their drumheads incorporate the latest technology and are characterized by their high quality.

Before introducing some products, I would like to talk a little about the Evans factory!

Evans is a subsidiary of D'Addario, the manufacturer of guitar strings and other products. On the same site, there is also the D'Addario strings factory and D'Addario Woodwinds reeds factory.

In ancient times, animal skins were used for drumheads, but these have been replaced mainly by plastic films. In the factory, the materials necessary for manufacturing various sizes and types of heads are stored, including the playing surfaces and ring parts. In addition, there are several Evans original machines, which cannot be shown in the photo, to ensure the stable production of high quality heads utilizing the latest technology.

Next, I’m going to introduce the appeal of Evans drumheads.

1. Evans Proprietary Curing Process Using UV Technology!

The UV Series, a standard lineup of Evans drumheads, is a lineup with Evans' patented UV curing processIncidentally, the UV series comes in two types, the UV1 and the UV2, with the UV1 being 1 ply/10 mil and UV2' being 2 ply/7mil, differing in the number and thickness of layers. If you are unsure about purchasing one, you may want to refer to the sound profile here!

Evans / B14UV1 UV1 Coated 14”

Evans / B14UV2 Coated 14”

2. Easy Tuning! Level 360 Technology

Evans drumheads from 2013 onward are equipped with the company's proprietary level 360 technology. This technology was developed to equalize the tension of the drumhead surface over 360 degrees. The head touches the bearing edge (red line in the image) evenly, which eliminates problems such as the shell and head not fitting well in some places! It may also help to reduce the time required for tuning.

Although not a drumhead, I also introduced an item that facilitates tuning!
Evans' DATK torque drum tuning key, a popular item among our staff, that has been featured on several drum-related staff blogs.

This convenient item allows you to adjust the torque with the knob, and automatically spins out when a certain amount of tension is applied! Use with Evans drumheads level 360 technology for even easier tuning.

Evans / DATK Torque Drum Tuning Key

3. Bass Drum Head EMAD with Adjustable Attack!

EMAD D'Addario Official Website

EMAD is used for bass drum heads; attack and focus can be adjusted by attaching and detaching the two included ring mutes.

The left is the head without a mute, the middle is the head with a small mute, and the right is the head with a large mute.The upper is the head without a mute, the middle is the head with a small mute, and the under is the head with a large mute.The two types of mutes are different in size, so the size difference allows for adjustments according to the song you play and the environment of the place where you play. Muting gives a clear attack, while unmuting gives a resonant sound, making it easy to create the sound you’re going for!

The patch on the head in the image is Evans EQPC1, which enhances the attack sound while maintaining the sound quality. EQPC2 for twin pedals is also a popular product! I hope you will purchase it together with the bass drum head!

Evans / EQPC1 Patch for Bass Drum Clear

Evans / EQPC2 Patch for Bass Drum Clear

The above is an introduction to Evans drumheads manufactured using the latest technology! Please take a look at the sound profiles and performance videos on the product pages to make your selection easier. We hope you will give Evans drumheads a try!