Evans EMAD Heavyweight Clear Bass Drum Head, 20 Inch
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Evans EMAD Heavyweight Clear Bass Drum Head, 20 Inch

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Evans EMAD Heavyweight Clear Bass Drum Head – 20 Inch (BD20EMADHW)

Unleash a devastating, thick low-end punch that anchors your live and studio drum mix with authority. The Evans EMAD Heavyweight Clear Bass Drum Head (BD20EMADHW) is a professional-tier 20-inch kick drum head engineered explicitly for heavy hitters and drummers demanding uncompromised power. Built to endure intense performance tracking, this clear head delivers an exceptionally deep, compressed thud with a sharp, defined transient click on impact. It is widely considered a true working drummer's choice due to its rugged reliability across high-volume rock, metal, pop, and gospel genres.

Angkor Music Technical Evaluation: Dual 10mil Ply Geometry & EMAD Tuning Flexibility

While standard heavy-duty bass drum heads often utilize unbalanced ply configurations, the EMAD Heavyweight is constructed using two identical plies of 10mil film. This ultra-thick 20mil total thickness provides unparalleled durability while naturally compressing high-frequency overtones. To give you ultimate acoustic control, Evans incorporates their signature Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD) system. This externally mounted plastic tray allows you to interchange two different widths of foam dampening rings without removing the head or detuning your tension rods, giving you immediate control over your kick drum's attack, sustain, and focus.

E-E-A-T Performance Architecture: Level 360 Collar Innovation & USA Manufacture

At Angkor Music, our drum specialists highly recommend the EMAD Heavyweight for players frustrated by premature head splitting or difficult low-register tuning. Level 360 Collar Technology: This design features a proprietary steep hoop design that ensures the drum head makes perfect, uniform contact with the shell's bearing edge. This results in effortless tuning, an extended pitch range, and a head that seats instantly. Precision Engineering: Like all premium Evans products, this head is fully designed, engineered, and manufactured under strict quality controls in the USA.

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Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Evans Drum Heads
  • Model Portfolio: EMAD Heavyweight Clear Series
  • Manufacturer Part Number: BD20EMADHW
  • Drum Head Diameter: 20 Inches
  • Ply Construction: Dual-Ply (2 x 10mil High-Tensile Performance Film Layers)
  • Total Head Thickness: 20mil for maximum durability and tone compression
  • Surface Finish: Crystal Clear Smooth Finish
  • Dampening Technology: Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD) Sleeve
  • Collar Architecture: Proprietary Level 360 Contour Hoop
  • Sonic Characteristics: Maximum low-frequency response, compressed sustain, heavy-hitting attack
  • Music Genre Compatibility: Rock, Metal, Hardcore, Funk, Pop, and Gospel
  • Origin: Designed, Developed, and Manufactured in the USA

What's In The Box Product Contents

  • Core Drum Head: 1 x Evans 20" EMAD Heavyweight Clear Bass Drum Head
  • Dampening Accessories: 2 x Interchangeable Foam Acoustic Muffly Rings (1 x Wide Ring, 1 x Narrow Ring)

Key Product Features

  • Identical Dual-Ply Film: Twin 10mil layers offer unmatched structural strength to withstand heavy, high-velocity kick pedal play.
  • On-The-Fly EMAD Adjustments: Switch between the narrow foam ring for moderate control or the wide foam ring for an ultra-focused, punchy thud.
  • Effortless Level 360 Seating: Advanced collar shape conforms flawlessly to your 20" shell's bearing edges for consistent pitch distribution.
  • Incredible High-Volume Definition: Clear finish design sharpens the transient beater click, ensuring your kick drum cuts cleanly through dense guitar walls.
  • Versatile Working Drummer Tone: Delivers an exceptionally wide tuning range that adapts beautifully from loose, sub-bass thuds to tight, fast fusion tones.
  • Eliminates internal Pillows: External damping system cleans up muddy overtones cleanly, removing the need to stuff ugly blankets inside your drum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sonic difference between the two included EMAD foam dampening rings?
The BD20EMADHW comes with two interchangeable foam rings. The narrow ring provides moderate dampening, focusing the low-end frequencies while leaving a touch of natural sustain. The wide ring provides maximum dampening, which drastically shortens the drum's decay and highlights a tight, pre-EQ'd sub-bass attack perfect for modern rock or metal tracking.

Does the EMAD plastic ring tray on the front of the head rattle when struck hard?
Not at all. The outer plastic tray is bonded to the surface using advanced industrial adhesives that flex naturally with the movement of the film. As long as the foam dampening insert is properly seated inside the channel, the assembly remains completely silent and rattle-free under any dynamic impact.

Should I use a bass drum patch on this head if I use a plastic or wood beater?
While the dual-ply 10mil construction makes this one of the toughest heads on the market, we always recommend applying an Evans EQ Patch or similar protective pad to the strike zone if you use aggressive plastic, wood, or felt beaters. This prevents localized friction wear and extends the life of your drum head indefinitely.

Additional information

Weight 0.89 kg

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