Evans KIT TUNE UP CALFTONE SNARE DRUM 14"
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Essential Information About the Evans Tune Up Kit for Snare Drum
Essential Information About the Evans Tune Up Kit for Snare Drum
- Complete maintenance and tuning kit : tools, components, and instructions to modify, adjust, and maintain your snare drum.
- Vintage orientation : recreate an "old school" look, sound, and feel with the Calftone head, ideally paired with a Snare Side 300 resonant head.
- Snare articulation : PureSound Concert Series snare wires with 16 strands included for a clear and articulate response.
- Maintenance + finishing : tension rod lubricant, hardware polish, cloth, and EQ Pods harmonic dampeners to preserve aesthetics and sound.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
For over 60 years, Evans has been one of the brands that shaped the evolution of drumheads, notably by popularizing synthetic heads and developing iconic references such as EMAD, Hydraulic, or UV1. This Tune Up Kit fits within this "solution-oriented" approach: a pack designed to bring a snare drum back to its best level by combining sound elements (heads, snare wires) and maintenance accessories, with consistent manufacturing and Level 360 technology.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This kit is intended for any drummer playing an acoustic snare drum, from the beginner who wants to start with a solid foundation, to the intermediate player seeking more stable tuning, up to the advanced drummer who wants to optimize attack, control, and presence in the mix. It is particularly suitable for styles where the snare must remain expressive and identifiable: rock, pop, funk, gospel, modern jazz, and orchestral/concert music depending on the chosen snare wire.
Features and Innovations
The idea is simple: to provide you, in a single set, with everything needed to renovate the "heart" of the kit. The pack combines essential consumables (batter head, resonant head, snare wires) with accessories that improve tuning stability and routine maintenance: tension rod lubrication, hardware cleaning, and quick harmonic control via dedicated dampeners. The result: more reliable tuning, a cleaner instrument, and a snare drum that is easier to make sound great every session.
Sound
The batter head with a UV-hardened coating on a 10-mil ply aims for an open and expressive play, with a crisp attack and good definition of ghost notes, while remaining consistent over time thanks to its durability. The transparent 3-mil snare resonant head promotes a controlled and sensitive response, useful for maintaining precision at both low dynamics and high volume.
The PureSound snare wires, with medium gauge strands and a 16-strand format, emphasize dominant and easily distinguishable tones: a snare that speaks quickly, with a clear grain and a readable "snap." The EQ Pods finally allow adjusting harmonic control without excessively muffling the instrument's character.
Technical specifications
| Category | Snare drum | Shaping | Single Ply |
| Head finish | Coated | Diameter | 14 " |
| Batter head | patented UV-hardened sanding on a 10-mil ply, open and expressive sound | PureSound Concert Series | 16 strands |
| Snare resonant head | transparent, 3-mil ply, controlled response at all dynamic levels | PureSound Custom Pro | medium gauge strands, dominant and easily distinguishable tones |
| Recommended pairing | Calftone head with Snare Side 300 head | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is this kit compatible with all 14-inch snare drums?
The pack is designed for a 14-inch acoustic snare drum. It includes a 14-inch Calftone batter head and a Snare Side 300 resonant head suited to this diameter.
What sound does the Calftone head in this pack provide?
The batter head is built with a single 10-mil ply featuring a UV-cured abrasion-resistant coating. This construction promotes an open and expressive sound, with a sharp attack and clear ghost note definition.
Which resonant head is included in the Evans Kit Tune Up Calftone for 14-inch snare drum?
A clear Snare Side 300 resonant head made from a single 3-mil ply is included. Its response is described as controlled across all dynamic levels.
How many strands does the included PureSound snare wire have?
The included PureSound Concert Series snare wire has 16 strands.
What maintenance and tuning accessories are provided in this kit?
The pack includes elements for lug lubrication and hardware cleaning. EQ Pods are also provided to adjust the snare's overtones. Their use allows for quick control without excessively dampening the drum's character.
