Evans S12H30 - GENERA 300 12
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
Within a range of snare drum heads, the Series 300 is generally chosen as an "all-round" solution: thin enough to let the snare breathe, while maintaining control that facilitates tuning and consistency from one gig to another.
Intended Users for This Drum/Instrument
This snare drum head is suitable for both beginners (easy to tune, good tone) and intermediate and advanced drummers seeking a reliable response. It fits pop, rock, funk, jazz, contemporary music contexts, and studio situations where a precise snare without excessive resonance is desired.
Features and Innovations
With its semi-opaque film and 3 mil single-ply construction, it pairs particularly well with a single or double-ply batter head: you can balance attack, body, and control according to your tuning. Its design aims for a restrained snare response, useful for limiting unwanted vibrations and maintaining clear articulation.
Sound Characteristics
This head promotes a dry resonance and a more "focused" sound: snare notes remain short, with clear definition of the timbre. Depending on tension, you can achieve a tight and snappy sound (very precise snare) or a more open but still controlled setting, particularly effective for mic'd applications.
Technical specifications
| Category | Snare drum |
| Head finish | Clear |
| Shaping | Single Ply |
| Diameter | 12 " |
| Color | Transparent |
| Configuration | semi-opaque film |
| Thickness | 3 mil single-ply |
| Timbre | restrained snare response |
| Resonance | dry |
| Applications | general, stage or studio, all musical styles |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans S12H30 compatible with a 12-inch snare drum?
Its 12-inch diameter is designed for a snare drum of the same size. It is a transparent snare-side drumhead to be mounted underneath the shell.
What is the thickness of this Evans snare-side drumhead?
The single-ply 3 mil construction promotes a controlled snare response. This thickness allows the snare drum to breathe while facilitating vibration control.
What sound does a 300 Clear snare-side drumhead produce?
The semi-opaque film provides a dry resonance and focused sound. The notes remain short, with a clear articulation of the snare response. Depending on the tension applied, the sound can become tighter or more open while staying controlled.
Is this drumhead suitable for both studio and stage use?
Designed for general applications, it can be used both on stage and in the studio. Its controlled snare response helps limit unwanted vibrations during microphone recording.
Which musical styles are suitable for this snare drumhead?
This single-ply 3 mil drumhead is recommended for pop, rock, funk, jazz, and contemporary music.
