Evans B12UV2 Drumhead

Evans UV2 Series: Unmatched Coating Durability

The UV2 series' most significant innovation is its patented UV-cured coating. Unlike traditional coatings that can wear off over time, this coating is incredibly resilient, maintaining its integrity and feel significantly longer. This makes the UV2 an ideal choice for drummers who are tired of their coated heads flaking prematurely.

12-inch Diameter for Tom Batter

The "12" in "B12UV2" indicates a 12-inch diameter drumhead. This is a very common size for a rack tom. "B" signifies Batter (the head you strike).

Double-Ply Construction for Punch and Durability

The B12UV2's core sound and resilience come from its two-ply build:

• Two Plies of 7 mil Film: The head consists of two plies of 7 mil (0.178 mm) Mylar film each, resulting in a robust 14 mil total thickness. This dual-ply construction provides:

  • Enhanced Durability: It's built to withstand heavy hitting and aggressive playing, ensuring a long lifespan.

  • Fat, Full Tone: The two plies naturally emphasize lower frequencies, contributing to a deep, powerful tom sound.

  • Controlled Sustain: Double-ply heads inherently offer shorter sustain compared to single-ply heads, providing a more focused "thump" or "punch" rather than a long ring.

UV-Cured Coated Finish

The "UV2" in the model name highlights the unique coating:

• Patented UV-Cured Coating: This is the most distinctive feature. It's an ultra-durable, consistent, and long-lasting coating that resists chipping, flaking, and wear even under heavy use. This means your head maintains its feel and sound integrity for a much longer period.

• Warmth and Focus: Like other coated heads, the UV-cured coating adds a subtle warmth to the sound and helps to focus the tone by dampening some of the higher overtones.

• Excellent Brush Response: The textured surface of the coating provides superb playability for brushes, making it a versatile option for genres where brushes are used.

Level 360 Technology for Optimal Fit and Tuning

Like all modern Evans drumheads, the B12UV2 incorporates Level 360 Technology. This innovative collar design ensures:

• Perfect Seating: The head sits evenly and completely flush with the drum's bearing edge, simplifying installation and maximizing full contact for optimal resonance.

• Effortless Tuning: The improved and consistent contact allows for quicker, easier, and more stable tuning across the entire head's surface.

• Extended Pitch Range: Drummers can achieve a wider array of usable pitches from their tom drum.

• Optimized Sound Quality: Ensures consistent and full contact with the drum shell, crucial for maximizing the drum's fundamental tone and articulation.

Sound Characteristics

The Evans B12UV2 Coated drumhead delivers a sound profile characterized by:

• Prominent Attack: A clear and punchy initial stick impact.

• Warm and Full Tone: The combination of two plies and the coating results in a deep, rich, and well-rounded sound.

• Shorter/Controlled Sustain: The double plies inherently limit sustain, leading to a focused "thump" rather than excessive ringing.

• Medium Brightness: It's not overly bright like a clear head, nor overly dark, offering a balanced tonal character.

• Exceptional Durability: The UV-cured coating significantly extends the lifespan of the head, both sonically and aesthetically.

Intended Use

The B12UV2 is primarily a tom batter drumhead (the head you strike). Its characteristics make it highly suitable for:

• Heavy Hitters: If you're a powerful drummer who frequently wears out coatings or breaks heads, the UV2's durability is a major advantage.

• Rock, Metal, Pop, Funk, Gospel: Excellent for genres that require powerful, articulate, and controlled tom sounds that cut through a mix.

• Studio Recording: The pre-dampened sound and consistent tone can streamline the mixing process.

• Live Performance: Offers reliable projection and a consistent tone on stage.

• Drummers seeking long-lasting coated heads: If you love the feel and sound of coated heads but are frustrated by flaking, this is an ideal solution.

• Brush Players: The durable coating maintains its texture for consistent brush work.