Evans B14HDD HD Dry 14
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Essential Information About the EVANS Genera HD Dry Snare Drumhead
Essential Information About the EVANS Genera HD Dry Snare Drumhead
- Immediate Control: 2 mil internal ring beneath the head to reduce overtones and control sustain
- Precise "Dry" Attack: decompression vents around the perimeter for a cleaner, shorter sound
- Double Ply: 5 mil outer film and 7.5 mil inner film for a solid and consistent response
- EVANS Reliability: made in the USA with integrated Level 360 technology
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
For over 60 years, EVANS has evolved the modern drumhead with concepts that have become standards. The Genera HD Dry follows this logic: a snare drumhead designed to address a concrete need for drummers, namely to limit intrusive overtones while maintaining a clear projection.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
The Genera HD Dry is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers seeking a dry, precise, and controlled snare sound, ideal for studio, stage, or rehearsal. It is particularly suitable for styles where articulation must remain clear: pop, rock, funk, gospel, RnB, and contemporary music.
Features and Innovations
Its double-ply construction is enhanced by an internal attenuator (2 mil ring) that vibrates with the head to contain overtones without excessively muting the strike. The "Dry" version adds precisely machined peripheral vents to further reduce sustain and focus the tone, facilitating tuning and limiting the need for additional muffling accessories.
Sound Characteristics
On a snare drum, this head promotes a short attack and centered pitch, with less "ring" and more controlled sustain. The double ply provides substance under the sticks and a sense of control while maintaining powerful and usable projection in the mix, close to what is often sought with "punch"-oriented heads.
Technical specifications
| Category | Snare drum | Diameter | 14 " |
| Head finish | Coated | Color | White |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Version | Genera HD Dry | Inner ply | 7.5 mil |
| Outer ply | 5 mil | Internal attenuator beneath the head | 2 mil (ring vibrating with the head) |
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
This drum head delivers excellent sound quality with strong attack and reduced resonance, ideal for rock/metal. Customers said it's "easy to tune" and produces a "punchy, dry sound." Praised for durability and performance both on stage and in studio. Some noted tuning slightly more challenging due to perforations, but overall highly satisfied.
Review highlights
- “Excellent for punchy rock/metal sound and quick to tune. Highly recommend!”
- “Very satisfied, punchy sound, dry, good attack”
- “Never disappointed, great on stage and in studio. Pure happiness!”
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Very good skin!
I just received it, it is beautiful, easy to tune (maybe a little less than others due to the perforations) and sounds good.
Not too much resonance as expected, but not completely muffled either, perfect in my opinion!Automatically translated
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Personally I have been using this skin for several years and it
never disappointed me on stage as well as in the studio.
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Personally I have been using this skin for several years
and she never disappointed me on stage as well as in the studio.
What happiness!Automatically translated
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Very good snare drum head that gives a big attack, a small sustain but leaves harmonics as it were
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Personally I have been using this skin for several years both on stage and in the studio, what a pleasure!
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Questions frequently asked
Does the Evans B14HDD HD Dry drumhead fit a 14-inch snare drum?
Its 14-inch diameter is designed for a snare drum of the same size. The sanded finish complements its design specifically for snare drums.
What sound characteristics does a Genera HD Dry drumhead produce?
The perimeter holes reduce sustain and focus the tone, resulting in a short attack with fewer overtones.
What is the thickness of the Evans B14HDD HD Dry?
The construction consists of two plies. The outer ply measures 5 thousandths and the inner ply 7.5 thousandths. An internal 2-thousandths-thick ring helps attenuate overtones.
Is the Genera HD Dry suitable for rock and funk?
This drumhead is recommended for pop, rock, funk, gospel, RnB, and contemporary music. Its double ply promotes a consistent strike and a focused pitch.
How does the HD Dry drumhead limit overtones?
The internal 2-thousandths attenuator vibrates with the head to contain overtones. Machined perimeter holes also reduce sustain.
