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Two plies
Two layers of film shorten sustain, tame high overtones and take stick impact far better than a single ply.
Product detailSKU #1274034479375
EvansEC2S Frosted Drum Head 16 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 16 in. frosted two-ply batter head for a floor tom. For drummers who want a controlled tom sound and a head that survives hard hitting.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hard hitters who go through single-ply heads quickly
- Floor toms that ring longer than you want
- Drummers using brushes who need a textured surface
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want maximum open ring and sustain
- Drums that are not 16 in.
- Anyone replacing a bottom head — this is a batter
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Frosted coating
Textured surface. Brushes get a usable sweep, and the coating slightly softens attack compared to clear film.
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Batter head
Goes on the top of the drum, the side you hit. The bottom head stays as is.
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16 in.
Fits a 16 in. drum, usually a floor tom. Buy by shell diameter, not by hoop measurement.
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Sold as one head
Covers one drum. Matching a full tom set means one head per drum, per side.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One 16 in. head only — no other sizes, no resonant head, no drum key
- 02Two-ply heads sound flat at first; tune them up and play them in
- 03Mixing this with single-ply heads on other toms gives an uneven set
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the top or bottom head?
Top. It is a batter head, made for the side you strike. Bottom heads are thinner and made to resonate.
02Will it cut down ring on my floor tom?
Yes. Two plies damp overtones and shorten decay, so you may not need tape or gel rings anymore.
03Can I use brushes on it?
Yes. The frosted coating gives brushes a textured surface to sweep against, unlike a smooth clear head.
04How long will it last?
Two-ply construction handles heavy sticking better than single ply. Replace it when it dents, creases, or stops holding pitch.
