Detail 01
Single ply
One layer of film. More sustain, brighter attack, more sensitivity, but dents faster under heavy sticks.
Product detailSKU #1274034479128
EvansG1 Clear Batter Drum Head 13 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single-ply clear 13-inch tom batter head. Open and resonant, the standard choice when you want sustain rather than control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding sustain and pitch clarity to a 13-inch rack tom
- Jazz, funk and lighter playing where tone should ring
- Cheap routine replacement of a dented tom head
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Hard hitters who need a durable two-ply head
- Players chasing a short, dry, controlled tom sound
- Anyone needing a snare batter — this is a tom head
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.
Detail 02
Clear film
Clear runs brighter with more attack than coated. Coated is warmer and takes brushes.
Detail 03
13 in. size
Fits a 13-inch tom. Measure the shell diameter, not across the rim.
Detail 04
Batter head
Goes on the top playing side. The bottom resonant head is separate and thinner.
Detail 05
Tom head
Tuned for tom range. Not intended as a snare batter, where you want a coated surface.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only — buy per drum if replacing a whole kit
- 02Bottom resonant head not included; changing only the top shifts tone
- 03Expect denting sooner than a two-ply head if you hit hard
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How long will this last?
Single-ply heads are the shortest-lived type. Light players get months; heavy hitters may dent one in weeks.
02Clear or coated for toms?
Clear gives more attack and sustain. Coated is warmer with a softer attack and lets you use brushes.
03Can I put this on my snare?
You can, but it is a tom head. Snare batters are usually coated for brush response and a tighter crack.
04Do I need to change the bottom head too?
Not required. But a stretched resonant head limits how much a new batter improves the sound.
