Detail 01
Two plies with oil between them
The oil layer damps overtones from inside the head, so sustain drops without stick-on muffling.
Product detailSKU #1274034479832
EvansHydraulic Glass Drum Head - 16 IN
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Two-ply oil-filled 16" tom head with a frosted coating. For drummers who want short, fat, controlled tone without taping or muffling rings.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Floor toms that ring too long in a live room
- Miked studio work where tone needs to sit still
- Drummers who use brushes and want coated grip
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing long open sustain and bright attack
- Jazz or orchestral tom sounds needing sensitivity and overtones
- Anyone wanting a light, responsive single-ply feel
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
Frosted coating
Softens attack slightly and adds surface texture, which is what makes brushes usable on the head.
Detail 03
16 inch
Fits a 16" drum, typically a floor tom. Measure the shell, not the old head, before ordering.
Detail 04
Batter-side head
This is the head you strike. The resonant head underneath is a separate purchase and shapes sustain too.
Detail 05
Thicker two-ply build
Takes harder hitting and lasts longer than single-ply, at the cost of stick response and sensitivity.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head only. A full tom setup needs one per drum.
- 02Resonant head not included and not replaced by this.
- 03Needs a drum key and a fresh tuning after install.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my 16 inch floor tom?
Yes, if the drum measures 16 inches across the shell. Drum head sizes refer to shell diameter, so check the shell rather than assuming from the drum's name.
02Do I still need moongel or tape with this head?
Usually not. The oil between the plies handles the damping. Add muffling only if your shell still rings more than you want.
03Can I use brushes on it?
Yes. The frosted coating gives brushes something to catch, unlike a clear head.
04Is it a batter or resonant head?
Batter. It goes on the top, the side you hit. The bottom resonant head is bought separately.
