The Best Evans 2025

1. EVANS EMAD Onyx Bass Batter Drum Head 20 in.

Evans EMAD series features a single ply of 10mil film providing an ideal balance of punch, power and low-end. The unparalleled industry standard Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD) system allows the player to adjust attack and focus. The Onyx version is the perfect aesthetic and sonic compliment to the Onyx tom heads and Onyx bass resonant. For over 60 years, Evans has been an innovator in drumhead manufacturing and design. As the creator of the first synthetic drumhead and other revolutionary products such as EMAD, Hydraulics, and the UV1 series, Evans drumheads are designed with the intent of solving problems for drummers. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are made in the USA and feature Level 360 Technology., 20" drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film, Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping system allows the player to adjust attack and focus, Very versatile head for all music genres; a true working drummer's choice, The Onyx version is the perfect aesthetic and sonic compliment to the Onyx tom heads and Onyx bass resonant, All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA

Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD™) system Matte black appearance Evans EMAD Onyx Bass Drum Head 20 inch

2. Evans Black Resonant Drum Head (13")

Evans Resonant Black drum head offers a shortened sustain and bright tone due to the thin ply of 7.5mil film. With increased sensitivity and enhanced projection, the Evans Resonant Black drum head is optimal for live performances. For over 40 years, Evans has been a pioneer of drum head manufacturing and design. Known for innovative designs such as EMAD, EC2S, and the Hydraulic series, Evans drum heads are made in the USA in a state of the art manufacturing facility. Acquired in 1996 by D?Addario and Company, the global leader in musical instrument accessories, the Evans brand is synonymous with quality and consistency. Remember, accessories ship fast and free from Sam Ash Direct

Single ply of 7.5mil film Short in sustain with a bright tone Evans Black Resonant Drum Head (13")

3. Evans Toca and LP Standard Replacement Conga Head 12.5 in.

Evans™ Tri-Center™ Conga series simulates the sound and feel of animal skin while eliminating the problems associated with natural skin heads. The Tri-Center™ minimizes overtones and adds weight to the center to enhance the fundamental tone. Get your Evans LP Style Tri-Center Conga Head today at the guaranteed lowest price from Sam Ash Direct with our 45-day return and 60-day price protection policy.

. Tri-Center Conga Head - LP Style 12 1/2 inches

4. EC Resonant Drumhead 13 inches

The EC Resonant tom head is the first bottom head to promote the natural tone and body of any tom by means of frequency "tweaking." The EC Resonant tom head is constructed from a single ply of 10-mil ultraclear film augmented with the EVANS EC ring. It attenuates unwanted overtones and centers pitch, while delivering a desirable mid-range frequency bump. It's the first head to have the capacity to control and correct the tuning inconsistencies of bottom heads, a long-standing roadblock to perfect tuning for many drummers. The result is a more resonant, fatter tom that projects a truer pitch, irrespective of volume levels. EVANS made a quantum leap with the EC Resonant. This head should stun drummers accustomed to attributing better tom sounds only to batter head selection. They'll be shocked to discover that their dream tom sound was laying in wait: the EC Resonant releases it.

Evans EC Resonant series features a single ply of 10mil film and is designed with the ability to correct tuning inconsistencies while offering a more centered pitch, increased resonance and dynamic range Evans Level 360 technology is incorporated to extend the level playing surface of the drumhead, 360 degrees around the drum The vertically enhanced collar design guarantees even contact with the critical bearing edge of the drum shell, resulting in: ease of tuning, extended pitch range and optimum quality of sound Evans Level 360 technology resolves the age-old dilemma of traditional synthetic heads consistently not fitting the drum shell without using considerable force For over 60 years, Evans has been an innovator in drumhead manufacturing and design As the creator of the first synthetic drumhead and other revolutionary products such as EMAD, Hydraulics, and the UV1 series, Evans drumheads are designed with the intent of solving problems for drummers

5. Onyx Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 22 inches

Evans Onyx resonant series features a single ply of 10mil film and an offset 5" microphone port. The EQ3-like design offers a warm and punchy sound with a controlled, short decay that's ideal for both live and studio applications. The Onyx film contains a frost matte coating offering a short sustain with a dark sound. For over 60 years, Evans has been an innovator in drumhead manufacturing and design. As the creator of the first synthetic drumhead and other revolutionary products such as EMAD, Hydraulics, and the UV1 series, Evans drumheads are designed with the intent of solving problems for drummers. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are made in the USA and feature Level 360 Technology., 22" resonant drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film coated with a frost matte coating, A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made for every microphone situation, from the studio to arena, The 5" offset mic port features a plastic sleeve focuses pitch and enhances the attach while providing protection for the port, Available in a frosted, onyx, smooth white and coated white version, All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA

N/A Evans Onyx Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 22 inches

6. Onyx Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 24 inches

The EVANS Onyx Resonant bass drum head is composed of one ply of 7.5-mil black film with a micro-clear matte coating, an internal control ring and a 5" offset mic port. This combination of features gives the Onyx Resonant a short sustain with a dark sound.

N/A Evans Onyx Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 24 inches

7. Onyx Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 26 inches

Evans Onyx resonant series features a single ply of 10mil film and an offset 5" microphone port. The EQ3-like design offers a warm and punchy sound with a controlled, short decay that's ideal for both live and studio applications. The Onyx film contains a frost matte coating offering a short sustain with a dark sound. For over 60 years, Evans has been an innovator in drumhead manufacturing and design. As the creator of the first synthetic drumhead and other revolutionary products such as EMAD, Hydraulics, and the UV1 series, Evans drumheads are designed with the intent of solving problems for drummers. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are made in the USA and feature Level 360 Technology., 26" resonant drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film coated with a frost matte coating, A fixed, internal overtone control ring is made for every microphone situation, from the studio to arena, The 5" offset mic port features a plastic sleeve focuses pitch and enhances the attach while providing protection for the port, Available in a frosted, onyx, smooth white and coated white version, All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA

N/A Evans Onyx Resonant Bass Drum Head - Black 26 inches

8. G14 12" Coated Drum Head

The projection and durability of Evans G14 coated batter heads make them one of the best selling drum heads on the market. This versatile 12" head uses premium quality, 14mil film instead of the industry standard 10mil. This allows the G14 to deliver unprecedented durability without losing the strong dynamic response of a single-ply drum head. G14 heads are ideal for use in high-volume performance situations, and can withstand heavy playing while projecting through the mix to provide a full, aggressive sound. Evans' proprietary white coating provides additional warmth of tone as well as an ideal playing surface for brushes. Evans G14 Coated Drum Heads are available in sizes 6"-20"

Crafted using premium quality film that is 14-mil thick instead of the industry standard 10-mil, the Evans G14 drumhead delivers unprecedented durability without losing the strong dynamic response and tonal versatility of a single-ply drumhead Ideal for use in high-volume performance situations, the G14 can withstand heavy playing while projecting through the mix to provide a full, aggressive sound Evans' proprietary white coating provides additional warmth of tone

9. G14 15" Clear Drum Head

Crafted using premium quality film that is 14-mil thick instead of the industry standard 10-mil, the Evans G14 drumhead delivers unprecedented durability without losing the strong dynamic response and tonal versatility of a single-ply drumhead. Ideal for use in high-volume performance situations, the G14 can withstand heavy playing while projecting through the mix to provide a full, aggressive sound. The clear version of this Evans head provides a full frequency response for maximum projection.

Most durable single-ply drum head on the market Premium quality film that is 14mil thick instead of the industry standard 10mil Evans G14 15" Clear Drum Head

10. Evans 10" Black Chrome Drum Head

With big drum kits comes big responsibility. High toms need to sound punchy and robust, not small and weak. Low toms need to sound articulate and clear, not muddy or muffled. Black Chrome heads have got you covered. The unique design accentuates the mid-to-low-end frequencies that small drums need to sound rich and deep to match the rest of your kit. Precise articulation and tight sustain let your low toms and floor toms sound naturally thunderous, clear and periscope-deep at any tension—no tape, rings or sticky messes required. On stage and in the studio, Black Chrome heads really come alive. They are the tom microphones' best friends, requiring significantly less EQ'ing and tweaking than similar heads. So you can work less and play more with the deep tom sound you want. Designed to satisfy the heaviest of hitters, Black Chrome heads restore the mid-to-low-end frequencies that vanish when your tree-trunk sticks deliver crushing blows to your toms. With a 7-mil clear top over a 7.5-mil black bottom, the sleek and unique 2-ply design adds plenty of body and deep tone to support the natural high-frequency attack of high-impact drumming. The Black Chrome's sexy, black-mirror finish lends serious attitude to your music while its clear top ply keeps any black marks off your drum stick tips, white snare head and cymbals. The EVANS engineering and design teams were focused on discovering the perfect combination of materials for Black Chrome. They experimented with unique film pairings, custom adhesives and out-of-the-box design concepts to produce a drum head of superior tone and durability. Power drummers no longer have to choose between great sound and long-lasting durability. The unique Black Chrome design does more than just make your toms sound great—it keeps them sounding great long after the heads have been installed. Custom adhesives unify the durable 7-mil and 7.5-mil films to produce a virtually seamless super material. Plus, exclusive Roll-over Hoop technology provides extra durability at the widest range of tensions.

For over 60 years, Evans has been an innovator in drumhead manufacturing and design As the creator of the first synthetic drumhead and other revolutionary products such as EMAD, Hydraulics, and the UV1 series, Evans drumheads are designed with the intent of solving problems for drummers Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are made in the USA and feature Level 360 Technology Evans Black Chrome batter heads are the ultimate in depth of sound Featuring a two-ply combination of a 7mil clear top and a 7 5mil black bottom, the Evans Black Chrome series has a robust tone with accentuated mid-to-low frequency response