Evans B13UV1RD - UV1 Reverse Dot Snare Drum Head 13 Inch

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

The Evans UV series represents the pursuit of a coated drumhead more durable than traditional coated heads, while maintaining the feel and dynamic response expected from a single ply. The UV1 positions itself as a "Swiss Army knife" solution: more durable and more consistent than a classic coated head, with versatility designed to cover a wide spectrum of styles and playing contexts.

Intended Users for This Drum/Instrument

The Evans UV1 is aimed at beginner drummers who want a drumhead that is easy to tune and reliable for everyday use, as well as intermediate and advanced musicians seeking precise response and excellent longevity. Its versatility makes it suitable for rock, pop, funk, fusion, blues, and in rehearsal or live performance settings where durability and consistent feel make a difference.

Features and Innovations

At the core of the UV1 is a 10 mil film that ensures robustness and responsiveness, combined with a UV-hardened coating designed to better resist premature polishing caused by sticks, brushes, and repeated strikes. The 5 mil internal center patch reinforces the most stressed area: you gain longevity while achieving a sharper attack and increased definition, useful for maintaining clarity in dense mixes. Finally, the Level 360 technology promotes uniform seating on the shell, simplifying tuning and improving stability, even when alternating between tight and looser tunings.

Sound Characteristics

As a single-ply coated drumhead, the UV1 offers a lively and expressive response, with natural resonance and a good dynamic range: it handles both light strokes and more pronounced accents well. The UV coating maintains a consistent texture longer, helping to preserve a controlled feel and stable articulation, especially for dynamics, ghost notes, and brush work.

The internal center patch adds extra focus: the attack gains precision, the sound remains cleaner in the center, and the head withstands heavier strikes better. The result is a drumhead capable of delivering a very effective compromise between openness (typical of a single ply) and durability (useful for drummers who often play loudly or for extended periods).

Technical specifications

Category	Tom	Diameter	13 "
Head finish	Coated	Color	White
Shaping	Single Ply

Type	single-ply coated drumhead	Reinforcement	5 mil internal center patch
Film thickness	10 mil	Level 360	yes
Coating	patented UV-hardened