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Two-ply (G2)
Two thin films instead of one. Kills high overtones, shortens sustain and stands up to heavy sticking.
Product detailSKU #1274034479694
EvansG2 Clear Batter Drum Head 16
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
16-inch G2 clear batter head. Evans' two-ply workhorse for toms — more attack control and shorter sustain than a single-ply head.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Floor toms that ring too long in a live or loud room
- Hard hitters who dent single-ply heads quickly
- Rock and pop kits wanting a fat, controlled tom note
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Jazz players chasing long open sustain and sensitivity
- Resonant-side use — this is a batter head
- Drums other than 16 inches at the shell
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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Clear film
No coating, so brighter attack and more stick definition than a coated head. Brushes won't work on it.
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Batter side
This is the head you hit. The resonant head underneath is a separate purchase and stays thinner.
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16 in.
Floor tom territory on most kits. Big diameter means low pitch and a long note the two plies help rein in.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Batter head only — the reso side is sold separately
- 02Measure across the shell; hoop measurements run larger
- 03Two-ply heads seat slowly — tune, play, then retune before a gig
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Clear or coated G2 — what's the difference?
Clear gives a brighter, more open attack with more stick definition. Coated warms the tone slightly and allows brush work.
02Can I use this as a resonant head?
It's a batter head. Two-ply film on the bottom would choke the drum; reso heads are thinner by design.
03Will this stop my tom from ringing?
It shortens sustain and tames overtones compared with a single-ply head. It won't fully deaden the drum on its own.
04Is a 16-inch head for a floor tom?
On most kits, yes. Measure your shell across the top to confirm before ordering.
