The Evans Onyx is a two-ply coated black snare batter that delivers a controlled, focused snare sound with a bold aesthetic. The dual-ply construction adds mass and reduces sustain compared to a single-ply head, while the black coating on the top ply produces a warm, slightly darker character than a standard white coated head. The Onyx sits in the two-ply coated category with a look that is firmly in the modern aesthetic camp.

Sonically, the Onyx delivers a warm, punchy snare crack with moderate sustain — more controlled than a G1 or G2 clear, slightly warmer and darker than a standard G2 coated. It is a strong choice for rock, pop, and metal players who want good two-ply control with a distinctive visual identity and a slightly fuller, darker tonal character than the standard coated alternatives.

Two-Ply Coated Construction: Dual-ply build for focused sustain control and durability — handles hard backbeats and rimshots with consistent performance.
Black Coating: Adds warmth and depth over a standard white coating — a darker, slightly fuller tonal character with bold visual appeal.
Controlled, Punchy Tone: Two-ply attack with coated warmth — a versatile snare sound suitable for rock, pop, metal, and modern studio work.

Why buy from The Bangalore Drum Shop

Authorised Evans Dealer: Genuine India-market stock with the manufacturer's warranty, supported by us directly.
Play it before you buy it: Our Bengaluru showroom is set up so you can sit down and play, and compare against the alternatives in the room.
Advice from drummers: The team plays. Ask about sizes, heads, sticks, thrones, pedals and what will actually suit the room you play in.
Pan-India delivery: Shipped anywhere in India, packed for transit, with tracking from despatch to your door.
GST invoice and after-sales support: Full tax invoice on every order, and a service point in the city rather than a call centre.

Feature	Specification
Brand	Evans
Series	Onyx
Model	B14ONX2
Drum Type	Tom Drum / Snare Drum
Head Type	Batter Head (Side you strike)
Ply	Double-ply (2-ply)
Thickness	15 mil total (two plies of 7.5 mil film each)
Dampening	Inherently controlled sustain and overtones due to double-ply construction and frosted finish.
Technology	Level 360 Technology (for ease of fit, tuning, extended pitch range, and optimum sound quality).
Intended Use	Rock, Metal, Pop; for drummers seeking high durability, a punchy/controlled sound, and a distinctive matte black aesthetic on snare or toms.
Durability	Excellent; robust 2-ply construction for aggressive playing.
Visuals	Distinctive matte black appearance.
Origin	Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA.

Material	Plastic film (Mylar)
Finish	Frosted (Matte Black)

Evans Onyx Coated 14″ Snare Drumhead

The Evans Onyx 14-inch head: two 7.5-mil plies of black film with a frosted coating, for a punchy, low-end-rich sound and matte black look.

Evans Onyx Coated — Two-Ply Black Snare Batter with Controlled Power

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