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Two 7-mil plies with oil between them
The Hydraulic construction is designed for maximum durability and shapes the head’s short, deep response.

Independent shopping perspective
The 12-inch Red Hydraulic is a tom head for drummers after a fat, deep sound that is kept short rather than ringing on. Its two 7-mil film plies enclose a thin oil layer, a design EVANS uses for maximum durability. Tuning is a central part of the appeal: it is presented as an easy-to-tune option for difficult drums and for players still building tuning confidence.


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What matters in use
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Detail 01
The Hydraulic construction is designed for maximum durability and shapes the head’s short, deep response.
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Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
Its voice is fat and deep, with a short response inspired by early-'70s rock and roll.
Yes. Its easy-tuning design is positioned as a solution for troublesome drums.
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