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Two ply
Two layers of film damp each other. Shorter decay, fatter attack, noticeably more durable than single ply.
Product detailSKU #1274034479861
EvansG2 Clear Batter Drum Head 6 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Two-ply clear batter head for a 6-inch tom. Warmer and shorter-sustaining than a single-ply head, and it takes hard hitting.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and metal players hitting small toms hard
- Taming a high, pingy 6-inch tom that rings too long
- Anyone replacing heads that dent or split quickly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing maximum sustain and open overtones
- Quiet jazz playing where a thin head responds better
- Brush work — the clear film has no texture
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
Brighter and more open than coated. Coating adds warmth and brush texture; clear gives more attack.
Detail 03
6 inch
A small size for the highest tom in a kit or an add-on effect drum. Confirm your drum measures 6 inches.
Detail 04
Batter head
The top head you strike. The resonant head underneath is thinner and sold separately.
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Small diameter, two ply
Small heads already ring high and tight. Two ply pulls that ring down to a shorter, punchier note.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only. No drum, tuning key or dampening accessories included.
- 02Measure your drum's diameter first. A 6-inch head will not fit an 8-inch drum.
- 03Two-ply heads need less dampening. Tune first before reaching for tape.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit an 8-inch tom?
No. Drum heads are sized exactly to shell diameter. A 6-inch head only fits a 6-inch drum.
02How long does a G2 last compared to a G1?
Longer. The second ply absorbs impact that would dent or split a single-ply head, which matters most for hard hitters.
03Can I put this on the bottom of the drum?
It's built as a batter head. Resonant heads are thinner and lighter for sustain, so it isn't the right tool underneath.
04Does two ply mean a muffled sound?
Controlled, not dead. You get a defined attack with shorter decay. Full dampening still needs a ring, gel or tape.
