Evans B16UV1 - UV1 COATED 16
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Essential Information About the UV1 Drumhead
Essential Information About the UV1 Drumhead
- Single-ply 10 mil sanded head : an excellent balance between sound openness, response, and control.
- Exclusive and patented UV treatment : a more pronounced sanding, more durable and significantly more resistant to wear.
- Unique feel : a very pleasant surface under the sticks, ideal for dynamics and brush playing.
- Total versatility : comfortable both in the studio and on stage, from jazz to rock, including pop, fusion, and world music.
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The UV1 series was designed to offer a broad sound spectrum while remaining a benchmark of durability in the world of single-ply heads. Its distinctive UV treatment aims to solve a key issue with traditional sanded heads: the longevity of the sanding over time, especially under heavy playing or during consecutive concerts. The result: a modern sanded head, built to last and maintain its feel session after session.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
The UV1 is suited both for the beginner seeking a reliable and easy-to-master head, and for the intermediate or advanced musician looking for a sanded head capable of withstanding rehearsals without losing its texture. Its versatility makes it relevant across many genres: jazz (brushes and dynamics), pop (clean and controlled attack), fusion (precision), rock (durability and projection), both in studio and live settings.
Features and Innovations
The key strength of this UV1 is its UV treatment : it reinforces the sanded surface, making it denser and more resistant than a traditional sanded head. The 10 mil single-ply thickness promotes a crisp response, good sensitivity, and natural vibration, while maintaining remarkable robustness. This design ensures a consistent feel and a reliable surface for techniques that rely on texture, especially brushes.
Sound
Thanks to its single-ply 10 mil construction, the UV1 delivers an open and balanced sound, with precise attack and great responsiveness at both low and high dynamics. The more pronounced sanding provides a "grippy" feel and contributes to a sense of control, particularly appreciated for ghost notes, dynamics, and detailed grooves.
In practice, this head remains musical in subtle styles (jazz, world, fusion) while retaining the durability needed for more energetic contexts (pop, rock, stage). Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for those seeking an all-purpose sanded head without compromising on durability.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom | Diameter | 16 " |
| Head finish | Coated | Color | White |
| Shaping | Single Ply | ||
| Type | sanded drumhead | Texture | more pronounced and stronger sanding than a standard sanded head |
| Structure | single ply | Feel | responsive surface, suitable for nuanced playing |
| Thickness | 10 mil | Brushes | excellent grip and playing comfort |
| Finish | sanded | Uses | general, studio, stage |
| Treatment | UV (exclusive and patented) | Styles | jazz, fusion, pop, world, rock |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans B16UV1 suitable for a 16-inch tom?
Its 16-inch diameter corresponds to a 16-inch tom. This textured drumhead is designed for this category of drum.
What is the thickness of this UV1 drumhead?
It is constructed with a single 10 mil ply. This thickness promotes a clear response and natural vibration.
Does the UV coating hold up well under heavy playing?
The exclusive and patented UV treatment strengthens the textured surface. The coating is reported to be more durable than a standard textured finish, maintaining its texture during rehearsals and gigs. This ensures a consistent feel under playing stress.
Does this 16-inch drumhead work well with brushes?
Its pronounced textured surface provides excellent stick grip and playing comfort suited for dynamics.
What sound does a 10 mil single-ply textured drumhead produce?
This setup delivers an open and balanced sound with precise attack. The responsive surface is especially suitable for ghost notes and detailed grooves in jazz, fusion, pop, or rock.
