Detail 01
Two 7-mil film plies, 14 mil total
Provides the stated two-ply construction behind this head’s warm sound and pre-EQ’d attack.

Independent shopping perspective
EVANS’ 18-inch UV2 is a coated, two-ply drum head with two 7-mil films for 14 mil total. It combines a warm, rich sound and pre-EQ’d attack with construction intended for hard playing. The UV-cured coating is made to resist dents, splits, scratches, stretch, and wear, while providing a sensitive, textured surface for brush work. Its Level 360 collar is designed for improved shell contact, easier tuning, and a broader tuning range.


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What matters in use
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
Provides the stated two-ply construction behind this head’s warm sound and pre-EQ’d attack.
Detail 02
The coated surface is designed to resist common wear including dents, splits, scratches, stretching, and flaking.
Detail 03
Designed to improve contact around the drum shell for easier tuning and a wider range of tuning options.
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It uses two 7-mil film plies for a total thickness of 14 mil.
Yes. The coating is described as adding sensitivity and texture for expressive brush playing.