Evans KIT TUNE UP UV1 SNARE DRUM 14"
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
For over 60 years, Evans has been among the most innovative manufacturers in drumhead design, with lines that have become benchmarks such as EMAD, Hydraulic, and UV1. This Tune Up kit follows this "solution" logic: bringing together coherent components in a single set to restore a snare drum's crisp response, more stable tuning, and immediate musicality, while simplifying routine maintenance.
Who This Drum/Kit Is For
The Evans Tune Up Snare Drum Kit is aimed at beginner to intermediate drummers who want reliable results without spending hours searching for combinations. Ideal for rehearsals, studio, music school, and touring, it suits styles requiring precision (pop, funk, gospel, contemporary music) as well as more dynamic contexts (rock, punk, fusion) where durability and tuning stability are essential.
Features and Innovations
This pack combines the key elements of a high-performance snare drum: a durable and consistent batter head, a responsive resonant head, snare wires designed for clear stick articulation, and accessories to stabilize tuning and control overtones. Evans' design and Level 360 technology ensure a more even seating of the head on the bearing edge, facilitating tuning and improving consistency from lug to lug. The EQ Pods allow quick adjustment of overtone control depending on the room, mic placement, or playing style, without excessively choking the drum.
Sound
The UV1 batter head emphasizes an open sound, with precise attack and expressive dynamic response, while maintaining excellent longevity thanks to the UV treatment. Paired with the Snare Side 300, the snare drum gains sensitivity and definition: ghost notes stand out better, rimshots remain clear, and the rebound stays natural at both low and high dynamics.
The included PureSound snare wires, with medium-gauge strands, promote a clear and "readable" snare snap, with dominant tonal qualities that are easy to distinguish in a mix. The overall result aims for a balance between projection, control, and articulation, convenient for switching from a tight, incisive tuning to a fatter, fuller setup.
Technical specifications
| Category | Snare drum |
| Head finish | Coated |
| Shaping | Single Ply |
| Diameter | 14 " |
| Color | Transparent |
| Evans Tune Up Snare Drum Kit | tools, components, and instructions to modify, tune, and perform general maintenance |
| PureSound Custom Pro snare wires | medium gauge strands, dominant and easily distinguishable tonalities |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans Tune Up UV1 kit compatible with a 14-inch snare drum?
The pack is designed for a 14-inch snare drum, including a UV1 batter head and a Snare Side 300 resonant head of the same diameter.
Which batter head is included in this kit?
The supplied UV1 head is a single-ply coated model with UV treatment. This construction promotes precise attack and an open sound, while aiming for good durability over time.
What snare wire is provided with the Evans Kit Tune Up UV1 for 14-inch snare?
A PureSound Custom Pro snare wire with medium gauge strands is included. It is designed to deliver a sharp crack and easily distinguishable dominant tones.
Do the EQ Pods allow controlling the snare drum harmonics?
The included EQ Pods allow adjustment of harmonic control according to the room, microphone placement, or playing style, without excessively choking the snare drum.
Is the kit suitable for studio use and rock or funk styles?
Thanks to the Snare Side 300, ghost notes and rimshots remain well defined. The Level 360 technology facilitates the head’s seating on the bearing edge and contributes to tuning stability. The kit is suitable for rehearsals, studio, as well as pop, funk, gospel, rock, or punk contexts.
