Detail 01
2-ply construction
Two film layers absorb high overtones and resist denting, giving a darker note and far more durability than single-ply.
Product detailSKU #1274034479179
EvansOnyx 2-Ply Drum Head 13 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 13-inch two-ply tom head with a textured, opaque finish. Built for drummers who hit hard and want warmth without a dead drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hard hitters who tear through single-ply heads in weeks
- Live rock and metal where toms need punch that cuts
- Drummers wanting a warmer note but keeping usable sustain
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Jazz and light-touch players who need sensitivity at low volume
- Anyone chasing bright, open ring — two plies darken the tone
- Drummers who want a fully muffled, studio-dry thud
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
Textured opaque surface
Adds grip and slightly softens the attack compared to a clear head. Also hides the shell interior.
Detail 03
13 in. size
Fits a 13-inch tom or 13-inch snare shell. Drum head sizing is exact, with no tolerance for close sizes.
Detail 04
Tom head, batter side
Meant as the head you strike. Pair with a thinner resonant underneath to keep some sustain.
Detail 05
No internal damping ring
Unlike oil-filled or ringed heads, control comes from the second ply alone, so the drum still breathes.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One head per package. A four-tom kit needs four, plus resonants.
- 02Measure the shell, not the old head's printed size, if you are unsure.
- 03Detune, seat the new head by pressing the center, then tune in a star pattern.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this dry like a hydraulic head?
No. Two plies cut overtones, but there is no oil layer, so it retains noticeably more sustain and body than a hydraulic head.
02Will it work on my 13-inch snare?
It will fit. It is designed as a tom batter, so expect thickness and warmth rather than snare crack and sensitivity.
03How long should it last?
Depends on your force and stick choice, but two-ply heads typically outlast single-ply several times over under heavy playing.
04Does the texture wear off?
The coating dulls where sticks strike repeatedly. That is cosmetic and normal, not a sign the head is failing.
