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EvansGenera HD Dry Batter Coated Snare Head - 13 in.

Evans
EVANS Genera HD Dry Batter Coated Snare Head - 13 in.
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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

Heavy two-ply coated 13-inch batter with vent holes. Built for hard hitters who want a controlled crack and long head life.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Hard hitters who dent or break thinner batter heads
  • Rock and metal snares tuned medium to high
  • Live playing where a controlled crack cuts through

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Light players who want sensitivity at low volume
  • Jazz and brush work needing an open, responsive head
  • Anyone chasing open sustain and long ring

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 01

Two-ply construction

More mass than a single ply. Shorter sustain, more durability, less sensitivity to soft strokes.

Detail 02

Dry vent holes

Release edge overtones as you play, cutting ring without adding tape or gel.

Detail 03

Coated surface

Adds stick grip and a slightly warmer attack, and lets brushes work if you need them.

Detail 04

Heavy-duty build

Stands up to rimshots and hard backbeats better than a standard single-ply batter.

Detail 05

13 in. size

Matches 13-inch shells only. Measure the drum head diameter, not the hoop.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Batter head only. Resonant snare-side head and drum key are separate
  2. 02Two-ply heads need seating and a re-tune after the first hour of play
  3. 03Thick heads feel stiffer under the stick — expect less rebound than a single ply

Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01What is the difference between this and the ST Dry?

Both are dry coated 13-inch batters. This one is a heavy two-ply build aimed at durability and a shorter, thicker attack.

02Will it fit a 13-inch piccolo snare?

Yes. Head size is set by shell diameter, not depth, so any 13-inch snare works.

03Is it too dead for a small room?

It is controlled by design. If you want the drum to sing and ring, choose a single-ply head without vent holes.

04How often should I replace it?

When the coating wears through at the center or the head stops holding tune. Two-ply heads typically outlast single-ply.