Evans BD18GB4CT - EQ4 CALFTONE 18
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Essential Information About the Evans Calftone 56 Bass Drumhead
Essential Information About the Evans Calftone 56 Bass Drumhead
- Animal skin look and grain in a synthetic version, for a fully vintage vibe
- Warm and silky sound with a rounded response, ideal for classic tunings
- Built-in harmonic control thanks to the internal "control ring"
- Wide range of diameters from 16 to 26 inches, available in Standard, EQ4, or EMAD versions
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Calftone carries the number 56, a nod to Evans' founding year. This series revisits the origins of drum sound by recreating the aesthetic and feel of "animal" heads while benefiting from the consistency and stability of modern manufacturing.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This drumhead is aimed at beginner to advanced drummers seeking a bass drum with a vintage and musical character, featuring natural control. It is especially suited for styles where roundness is key: jazz, blues, classic rock, soul, americana, and studio work.
Features and Innovations
The Calftone 56 is a single-ply 10mil head designed to offer a soft attack and an organic feel. Its internal control ring reduces harmonics for a more focused sound without completely choking the bass drum's natural resonance, making it practical for both live and recording settings.
Sound Characteristics
The sound emphasizes immediate warmth, a soft texture, and an "old school" presence. The internal ring tames unwanted frequencies and helps achieve cleaner lows with controlled sustain. Depending on the chosen version (Standard, EQ4, or EMAD), you can go from light control to more pronounced damping, all while retaining the Calftone signature.
Technical specifications
| Category | Bass drum | Diameter | 18 " |
| Head finish | Animal type | Color | Beige |
| Shaping | Single Ply | ||
| Type | synthetic "animal" head | Sound character | warm, silky, very vintage |
| Thickness | single-ply 10mil | Diameters | from 16 to 26 inches |
| Serial number | 56 (reference to Evans' founding year) | Versions | Standard, EQ4, or EMAD |
| Control | internal control ring for harmonic reduction | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans BD18GB4CT compatible with an 18-inch bass drum?
Its 18-inch diameter is designed to fit a bass drum of the same size.
What sound does the Calftone EQ4 18-inch drumhead provide?
The synthetic animal-type finish offers a soft texture and a vintage character. The sound emphasizes warmth and a clean low end.
Is harmonic control built into this bass drumhead?
An internal control ring is integrated into the EQ4 construction. It reduces unwanted overtones and controls sustain without choking the bass drum's natural resonance.
What is the thickness of the Calftone 56 EQ4?
This drumhead uses a single ply of 10 mil, combined with a beige synthetic animal-type finish.
For which styles is a Calftone bass drumhead suited?
Its warm character suits jazz, blues, classic rock, soul, and americana aesthetics. The reference 56 recalls Evans' year of founding.
