Evans Hydraulic Black 12″ Tom Batter Drumhead
Fat, deep and famously easy to tune—an oil-filled two-ply 12-inch tom batter in Black.
- Oil sealed between two film plies suppresses unwanted overtones.
- 6.5mil and 7.5mil plies deliver a dark, controlled voice.
- Defined attack, fat low-end tone and short sustain.
- Level 360 collar supports easy seating and dependable tuning.
- Black film gives the kit a deep, modern visual character.
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The Fat Sound.
Evans Hydraulic Black — Oil-Filled Punch with a Dark Aesthetic
The Evans Hydraulic Black shares the same oil-filled, two-ply construction as the Hydraulic Red — delivering the same thick, punchy, internally dampened tone that made the Hydraulic series famous — with one critical difference: the top ply is black. The result is a head that combines the classic Hydraulic sound with a sleek, all-black look that suits modern and metal-influenced kits perfectly.
Like its red counterpart, the sealed oil layer between the two plies eliminates the need for external dampening while producing a controlled, aggressive, dry tom attack. The Hydraulic Black is a direct bolt-on upgrade for any drummer who wants the Hydraulic sound while matching a darker, more contemporary kit aesthetic.
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Oil-Filled Construction: Sealed oil layer between two plies provides natural internal dampening for a dry, punchy, ring-free tone.
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Black Top Film: Dark aesthetic matches modern, metal, and all-black kit setups while delivering the same Hydraulic attack.
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No External Dampening Needed: Built-in oil dampening eliminates tape and moon gels — consistent tone every time you play.
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.
Technical Details11 specifications
Feature | Specification |
Model Number | TT12HBG |
Brand | Evans Drumheads (D'Addario Company) |
Series | Hydraulic Glass |
Drum Type | Tom Batter Head |
Plies | 2-ply (7mil outer, 6.5mil inner) with oil layer |
Film Thickness | 13.5mil total (plus oil layer) |
Technology | Level 360 Technology |
Durability | Good (for two-ply) |
Ideal For | Classic Rock, Funk, R&B, Fusion, Studio Recording, or any style requiring a fat, wet, and highly controlled tom sound. |
Manufacturing | Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA |
Dimensions & Weight1 specification
Size | 12 inches |
Materials & Finish1 specification
Finish | Clear (Glass) |
Sound, Electronics & Control1 specification
Sound Profile | Deep, fat tone, extremely short sustain, wet sound, minimal overtones. |
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