Evans BD16EMADCT - EMAD CALFTONE 16
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Essential Information About the Evans Calftone EMAD Bass Drumhead
Essential Information About the Evans Calftone EMAD Bass Drumhead
- Animal skin look and grain in a synthetic version, for an immediate vintage feel.
- Warm and silky sound inspired by the origins, with a round and musical character.
- Single 10 mil ply for a direct, balanced response that is easy to tune.
- Patented EMAD system with adjustable external damper to control attack and precision.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Calftone series carries the number "56", a nod to the year Evans was founded. This series dives back into the aesthetics and spirit of vintage drumheads, offering a modern and reliable alternative to animal skins while maintaining a distinctly vintage sonic signature.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
The Calftone EMAD is aimed at intermediate to professional drummers seeking a warm and controlled bass drum, equally comfortable in rock, blues, soul, country, or amplified jazz. Whether in the studio or on stage, it facilitates achieving a "ready-to-mix" sound without improvised internal muffling.
Features and Innovations
Thanks to the adjustable external harmonic damper EMAD, you can fine-tune the balance between attack, low end, and definition without removing the head. The single 10 mil ply construction provides a natural playing feel and excellent clarity, while the Calftone aesthetic enhances the retro identity of your kit. The Calftone range is available from 16 to 26 inches, in standard, EQ4, or EMAD versions.
Sound Characteristics
The synthetic "calf" texture emphasizes a round, warm, and silky bass drum tone, with a less aggressive attack than a very bright head, delivering a more vintage and "wood-like" sound. The EMAD system then allows you to tighten the sound on demand: more control for precise hits, or more openness to let the sustain and low end breathe depending on tuning.
Technical specifications
| Category | Bass drum | Diameter | 16 " |
| Head finish | Animal type | Color | Beige |
| Shaping | Single Ply | ||
| Type | Calftone "animal" synthetic head | Control adjustment | allows tuning of attack and precision |
| Thickness | single 10 mil ply | Available diameters | from 16 to 26 inches |
| Sound orientation | warm, vintage, silky grain | Calftone series versions | standard, EQ4, or EMAD |
| EMAD | patented system | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans BD16EMADCT compatible with a 16-inch bass drum?
Its 16-inch diameter matches bass drums that accept this drumhead size. The construction is a single 10 mil ply.
How does the EMAD system work on this bass drum head?
The patented EMAD system features an adjustable external tone control. It allows adjustment of attack and focus without removing the head by controlling the sustain opening.
What sound does a Calftone EMAD drumhead produce?
The synthetic animal-skin style finish delivers a warm response with a smooth texture and vintage character. The attack is less aggressive than with a highly reflective head, while the EMAD adjustment allows tightening the response depending on tuning.
For which musical styles is this 16-inch bass drumhead suited?
This drumhead is suitable for rock, blues, soul, country, and amplified jazz. Its external control makes it easy to achieve a studio or stage-ready sound.
What is the finish of the 16-inch Calftone?
The beige Calftone surface uses a synthetic animal-skin style finish designed for a vintage look and tonal signature.
