Evans B13HDD - GENERA HD DRY 13
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Clear attack and immediate control thanks to a "Dry" design with peripheral vents.
- Big snare drum sound: double ply for more body, durability, and tuning stability.
- Controlled harmonics via an internal dampening ring that vibrates with the head.
- Easy and consistent mounting with EVANS Level 360 technology.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
For over 60 years, EVANS has been one of the brands that have shaped the evolution of drumheads, notably with the first synthetic head and series that have become benchmarks. The Genera HD Dry follows this logic: to offer a snare drumhead designed to meet a very concrete need of modern drummers, namely to achieve a dense, precise, and quickly usable sound, even without treatment.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This head is aimed at intermediate to advanced drummers looking for a snare drum that is easy to tame, with few unwanted harmonics. It excels in studio, amplified live settings, and styles where precision is key: rock, pop, funk, gospel, metal, and any situation requiring a short, well-defined backbeat.
Features and Innovations
The Genera HD Dry combines a double ply film and an internal dampener placed under the head to control sustain without completely muting the response. The decompression vents machined around the perimeter contribute to the "Dry" character by reducing unwanted harmonics and making each stroke clearer, even at high volume.
Sound Characteristics
On a snare drum, this head emphasizes a sharp attack and focused projection, with shortened sustain. The double ply reinforces the low-mids for a "thicker" sound, while the internal ring and peripheral vents limit ringing overtones. The result: a cleaner timbre, very effective for tight chords and close-miking.
Technical specifications
| Category | Snare drum | Diameter | 13 " |
| Head finish | Coated | Color | White |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Outer ply | 5 mil | "Dry" version with small edge holes | reduces unwanted harmonics and makes the sound more precise |
| Inner ply | 7.5 mil | Precisely machined decompression vents around the perimeter | reduces harmonics and sustain |
| 2 mil internal harmonic dampener under the head (ring vibrating with the head) | eliminates excessive harmonics and controls sustain | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Evans B13HDD Genera HD Dry 13-inch drumhead produce?
The double ply of 5 and 7.5 mils provides a sharp attack, enhanced low-mids, and shortened sustain. The projection remains focused for a dense backbeat.
Do the Dry vents reduce snare drum harmonics?
The small precision-cut holes around the perimeter reduce unwanted harmonics and sustain. Each stroke gains clarity, even at high volume.
Which snare drum is compatible with this drumhead?
This batter head is designed for a 13-inch snare drum. Its white frosted finish and double-ply construction correspond to the B13HDD model.
What styles is the Genera HD Dry suitable for?
This model is intended for intermediate to advanced drummers playing rock, pop, funk, gospel, or metal. Its harmonic control meets the demands of studio and amplified live settings.
How does the internal ring of the Genera HD Dry work?
A 2 mil internal dampener is placed beneath the drumhead and vibrates with it. This ring controls sustain without completely choking the response. It limits excessive overtones during close-miking.
