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SKU: DATK-TUNEBOTSTUDIO-EQPODDrum Tuning Dampening Pack — Tunebot Studio & Evans Key / EQ Pods
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SKU: DATK-TUNEBOTSTUDIOComplete Drum Tuning Pack — Tunebot Studio & Evans Torque Key
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SKU: EQPODSMINIEvans EQ Mini Pods Gel Drum Dampeners 14 Pods in Travel case
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SKU: B14DRY-H30-TX5AWEvans 143 Gen Dry Coated | H30 Side | TX5AW Snare Head Pack
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SKU: EQPODSEvans EQ Pods Gel Drum Dampeners 7 Pods in Travel case
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SKU: B14HDD-H30Evans 143 HD Dry + H30 Combo Snare Drum Head Pack
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SKU: B14GIRD-H30Evans 143 Reverse Dot + H30 Combo Snare Drum Head Pack
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SKU: BB2014Res-O-Tone Batter Ambassador Hazy 143 Drum Head Made by Remo
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SKU: BB2012Res-O-Tone Batter Ambassador Hazy 123 Drum Head Made by Remo
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SKU: BB2010Res-O-Tone Batter Ambassador Hazy 103 Drum Head Made by Remo
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SKU: BB2008Res-O-Tone Batter Ambassador Hazy 83 Drum Head Made by Remo
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SKU: B14ECSRD-S14H30-TX5AW-MooEvans 143 EC Reverse Dot Snare + Hazy side + Promark 5A + Moongel
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SKU: B14HDD-S14H30-B1420-BB165Evans 143 Ultimate Snare Pack Head + Side + Snare Wires + Moongels
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SKU: CCFX8AQUARIAN CCFX8 FOCUS-X CLEAR 83 Tom drum Head
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SKU: S16H30Evans Hazy 300 163 Snare Side Drum head S16H30
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SKU: TT18ECREvans EC Resonant Drumhead, 18 inch TT18ECR
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SKU: TT13G1Evans G1 Clear Drum Head, 13 Inch
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SKU: TT10HBEvans Hydraulic Blue Drum Head, 10 Inch , TT10HB
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EVANS
Drumhead Innovation Since 1956
Evans represents drumhead innovation since 1956, pioneering synthetic head technology and developing industry-standard features including UV-cured coating ensuring consistent tone and Level 360 collar enabling precision seating. Founded by Chick Evans who invented the first successful plastic drumhead, Evans established drumhead manufacturing standards through continuous material science innovation and professional artist collaboration. At Angkor Music Melbourne, our staff includes professional performing drummers and drum school instructors with decades of combined experience selecting, installing, and tuning Evans heads across genres and applications. We operate an on-site drum repair workshop plus drum school providing technical expertise and teaching experience beyond typical retail knowledge. We stock comprehensive Evans range including G1 and G2 clear and coated single-ply heads, EC2S and EQ4 two-ply heads, EMAD bass drum series, Calftone natural tone heads, plus specialty options including Genera HD Dry and Hybrid configurations. Located 4-6 Drake Boulevard, Altona VIC 3018. Call (03) 8360 7799 for expert advice from professional drummers and drum educators.
1956
Innovation Heritage
Invented the plastic drumhead
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Professional Drummers
Performing musicians on staff
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Drum School
Teaching experience and expertise
⚙
Repair Workshop
Head installation and tuning specialists
Why Our Evans Advice Matters Professional Experience
Our Evans drumhead consultation comes from staff with real-world professional experience, not just retail product knowledge. This practical expertise enables accurate head selection matching your specific drums, playing style, and musical requirements.
Professional Drummers
Our staff includes working professional drummers performing regularly in Melbourne venues and studios. We understand Evans head characteristics from actual stage and recording experience across rock, jazz, metal, funk, and acoustic genres. This performance background informs our head selection recommendations based on real-world sound and durability requirements.
Drum School Instructors
We operate an on-site drum school with experienced instructors teaching students from beginner through advanced levels. Our teaching experience provides deep understanding of drum tone development, tuning fundamentals, and head longevity across different playing intensities. We know which heads work best for students versus professionals because we work with both daily.
Drum Repair Workshop
Our on-site drum repair workshop handles hundreds of drumhead installations and bearing edge assessments annually. This technical work provides hands-on experience with how different Evans heads interact with various shell materials, bearing edge profiles, and drum construction types. We understand installation challenges and tuning characteristics from extensive workshop practice.
Decades Combined Experience
Our team brings decades of combined drumming, teaching, and technical experience. Weve installed Evans heads on vintage drums, modern drums, budget kits, and professional instruments. This breadth of experience enables us to provide accurate advice for your specific situation rather than generic recommendations.
Why Evans Innovation Through Material Science
Evans pioneered synthetic drumhead technology when founder Chick Evans invented the first successful plastic drumhead in 1956, replacing inconsistent calfskin with reliable synthetic materials. This innovation revolutionized drumming enabling consistent tone and durability regardless of temperature and humidity changes affecting natural skin heads.
From a professional drummers perspective performing in varying environmental conditions, Evans delivers reliability critical for consistent tone across rehearsals, recordings, and performances. UV-cured coating ensures even thickness providing uniform tone across the drumhead surface. Level 360 collar enables precision seating on drum bearing edges improving tuning stability and tone transfer.
At Angkor Music Melbourne, our professional drummers and drum school instructors understand Evans head characteristics from daily performance and teaching experience. We demonstrate tonal differences between single-ply and two-ply constructions, assess your drums identifying optimal head configurations for your shell materials and bearing edges, and provide tuning guidance based on your musical requirements. Our drum repair workshop experience installing hundreds of Evans heads informs our consultation with practical installation and tuning knowledge.
Evans Drumhead Series
G1 Series
Single-Ply Versatility
Single-ply 10mil film providing bright open tone with excellent attack and sustain. Available clear or coated. Industry standard for versatile tonal characteristics across genres.
Single 10mil ply construction
Bright resonant tone
Clear or coated options
Wide tuning range capability
Versatile across musical styles
Excellent attack definition
G2 Series
Two-Ply Warmth
Two-ply construction (7mil each) producing warmer controlled tone with reduced overtones. Available clear or coated. Perfect for rock and controlled studio applications.
Two 7mil plies bonded together
Warm controlled tone
Reduced unwanted overtones
Increased durability
Clear or coated available
Rock and studio applications
EC2S Series
Edge Control System
Two-ply head with Sound Shaping Technology damping ring around perimeter controlling overtones while maintaining attack. Perfect for controllable modern tone.
Built-in overtone control ring
Two-ply construction durability
Maintains strong attack
Easy tuning consistency
Modern controlled sound
Popular for rock and metal
EMAD Series
Bass Drum Innovation
Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping system with interchangeable damping rings enabling custom bass drum tone adjustment. Industry-leading bass drum head.
Adjustable damping system
Interchangeable foam rings
Custom tone control
Enhanced attack focus
Various damping options
Professional bass drum standard
Calftone Series
Vintage Warmth
Synthetic head with thin coating replicating calfskin warmth and vintage aesthetic. Combines natural skin tone characteristics with synthetic reliability and consistency.
Vintage calfskin tone
Synthetic durability
Warm mellow character
Authentic vintage appearance
Weather-resistant consistency
Jazz and vintage applications
EQ4 Series
Bass Drum Resonant
Single-ply resonant bass drum head with built-in damping ring and offset 6-inch port hole. Perfect front head for controlled bass drum projection and microphone placement.
Optimized for front head use
Built-in overtone control
6-inch offset port hole
Balanced tone and projection
Microphone placement friendly
Studio and live standard
Evans Technology Features
UV-Cured Coating
Consistent Thickness
Ultraviolet-cured coating process ensuring even coating thickness across drumhead surface. Provides consistent tone, stick response, and durability compared to traditional spray coating methods.
UV-cured coating technology
Uniform thickness guarantee
Consistent tonal response
Even stick feel across head
Superior durability
Industry-leading consistency
Level 360 Collar
Precision Seating
Precisely engineered collar sitting completely level on drum bearing edge ensuring even tension distribution around circumference. Improves tuning stability, tone transfer, and head longevity.
360-degree level seating
Even tension distribution
Improved tuning stability
Enhanced tone transfer
Extended head life
Easier tuning process
Sound Shaping Technology
Built-In Control
Integrated damping systems including perimeter control rings, center dots, and EMAD external damping. Provides overtone control without external damping products while maintaining attack and tone.
Integrated damping systems
No external muffling needed
Maintains natural attack
Consistent controlled tone
Various control levels available
Professional standard features
What Makes Evans Different
01
Invented Plastic Heads
Founder Chick Evans invented the first successful plastic drumhead in 1956, revolutionizing drumming by replacing inconsistent calfskin with reliable synthetic materials. This innovation created the modern drumhead industry.
02
UV-Cured Coating
Pioneered ultraviolet-cured coating ensuring consistent thickness across head surface. Provides even tone and stick response compared to traditional spray coating methods creating thickness variations.
03
Level 360 Technology
Engineered collar sitting completely level on bearing edge ensuring even tension distribution. Improves tuning stability, tone transfer, and head longevity through precision manufacturing.
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EMAD Innovation
Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping system with interchangeable rings revolutionized bass drum tone control. Enables custom damping adjustment without internal pillows or tape affecting tone inconsistently.
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Professional Standard
Industry standard across professional touring, studio recording, and educational applications. Used by major artists and educators worldwide because of consistent quality and innovative features.
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Material Science Focus
Continuous research in synthetic film technology, coating chemistry, and damping systems. Regular innovation developing new head configurations solving specific tonal and performance requirements.
Common Questions About Evans Drumheads
Whats the difference between G1 and G2 heads?
G1 uses single-ply 10mil construction providing bright open tone with excellent attack and long sustain. G2 uses two-ply construction (two 7mil films) producing warmer controlled tone with reduced overtones and increased durability. Choose G1 for versatile bright tone across genres, G2 for warmer controlled rock tone or when durability is priority. Our professional drummers can demonstrate these tonal differences on actual drums in our showroom.
How does the EMAD system work?
EMAD (Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping) features interchangeable foam damping rings mounted externally on the collar. You can swap between different damping ring thicknesses or remove the ring entirely, adjusting bass drum tone without opening the drum or using internal damping. This provides consistent repeatable tone control superior to pillows or tape. Our drum school instructors regularly demonstrate EMAD adjustment to students learning bass drum tone control.
Should I use clear or coated heads?
Clear heads provide brighter tone with more attack definition and overtones, perfect for rock, pop, and situations requiring projection. Coated heads offer warmer tone with reduced overtones and textured surface for brush playing, ideal for jazz, acoustic music, and brush work. The choice depends on your musical style and tonal preferences. Our professional drummers can help assess your requirements and demonstrate the tonal differences.
What makes Level 360 collar better?
Level 360 collar sits completely flat against drum bearing edge ensuring even tension distribution around the entire circumference. This precision engineering improves tuning stability because tension equalizes evenly, enhances tone transfer from head to shell, and extends head life by preventing uneven stress points. The collar makes tuning easier and more consistent compared to traditional collars that may seat unevenly.
Which Evans head is best for heavy rock playing?
For heavy rock requiring durability and controlled tone, we recommend G2 Clear or Coated for toms (two-ply durability with warm controlled sound), EC2S for maximum overtone control with strong attack, and EMAD for bass drum with adjustable damping. Genera HD Dry snare heads work well for aggressive backbeat. Our staff includes rock drummers who can provide specific recommendations based on your drums and playing intensity from performance experience.
Do you install and tune Evans heads purchased from your store?
Yes, our drum repair workshop provides professional drumhead installation and tuning services. Our technicians have installed hundreds of Evans heads and understand proper seating, tension balancing, and tuning techniques for different musical applications. We can install heads you purchase from us or provide tuning consultation for heads youve already installed. Visit our Altona showroom at 4-6 Drake Boulevard or call (03) 8360 7799 to discuss your head installation and tuning requirements.
Professional Evans Services
Our Melbourne Evans specialists combine professional drumming experience, drum school teaching expertise, and drum repair workshop technical knowledge providing consultation beyond typical retail product knowledge.
Head Selection Consultation
Expert assessment from professional drummers:
Musical style evaluation
Drum shell and construction analysis
Tonal characteristic demonstration
Head configuration recommendations
Batter and resonant head matching
Performance-based guidance
Installation & Tuning
Professional drum workshop services:
Precision head installation
Bearing edge assessment
Professional tuning service
Tension balancing expertise
Tuning instruction and guidance
Ongoing tuning support
Educational Experience
Drum school instructor knowledge:
Student-appropriate recommendations
Tone development guidance
Tuning fundamentals teaching
Head maintenance instruction
Practice vs performance head selection
Progressive skill development advice
Why Buy Evans From Angkor Music Melbourne
Evans drumhead selection requires understanding tonal characteristics, construction differences, and application matching based on actual drumming experience, not just reading product specifications. Our staff includes professional performing drummers who select and tune Evans heads for their own performance requirements across genres from jazz through metal. This real-world experience informs our recommendations with practical knowledge of how different Evans heads perform in actual musical situations.
We operate an on-site drum school where our instructors teach students from beginner through advanced levels. This teaching experience provides understanding of tone development fundamentals, appropriate head selection for different skill levels, and tuning instruction. Our instructors know which Evans heads work best for developing drummers versus established professionals because we work with both populations daily.
Our on-site drum repair workshop handles hundreds of drumhead installations annually across vintage drums, modern drums, budget instruments, and professional kits. This technical experience provides hands-on knowledge of how Evans heads interact with different shell materials, bearing edge profiles, and drum construction types. Our workshop experience informs our consultation with practical installation and tuning expertise beyond retail product knowledge.
We maintain comprehensive Evans stock spanning all series ensuring immediate availability for comparative testing. Complete inventory enables hands-on head comparison and informed purchasing rather than ordering blind based on descriptions alone.
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Angkor Music Melbourne | 4-6 Drake Boulevard, Altona VIC 3018 | Professional Drummers, Drum School & Repair Workshop
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