{"product_id":"evans-tt08c7-peau-calftone-08-235663","title":"TT08C7 - CALFTONE 08","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy \"56\"? Because in \u003cstrong\u003e1956\u003c\/strong\u003e, Chick Evans made history by creating the \u003cstrong\u003efirst synthetic drumhead\u003c\/strong\u003e. With the \u003cstrong\u003eEvans '56 Calftone\u003c\/strong\u003e series, the American brand celebrates this heritage by bringing it into the present: an aesthetic and tonal character inspired by traditional heads, combined with \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-end synthetic materials\u003c\/strong\u003e and modern manufacturing precision. Within the Evans lineup, the Calftone is positioned as a reference for drummers seeking a \u003cstrong\u003evintage character\u003c\/strong\u003e without the constraints of a natural skin.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWho This Drumhead Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEvans '56 Calftone\u003c\/strong\u003e is aimed equally at the \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e drummer who wants to quickly achieve a musical and coherent sound, and the \u003cstrong\u003eadvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e musician looking for a more \"old school\" and organic signature. It excels in contexts where nuance matters: \u003cstrong\u003ejazz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efusion\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epop\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as any \"generalist\" application requiring an expressive and easy-to-tune head. In the \u003cstrong\u003estudio\u003c\/strong\u003e, it highlights the detail of strokes and the roundness of the tone; on \u003cstrong\u003estage\u003c\/strong\u003e, it maintains a warm identity that naturally blends into the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to deliver vintage \"grain\" with modern reliability, the '56 Calftone combines a \u003cstrong\u003e7mil single ply\u003c\/strong\u003e construction with \u003cstrong\u003eLevel 360\u003c\/strong\u003e technology. The latter improves contact between the head and the shell, facilitating tuning, reducing irregular tension zones, and helping to quickly find the instrument's \"sweet spot.\" The result: a more consistent feel under the stick, more intuitive tuning (useful for quick changes during concerts), and a uniform response across the entire striking surface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Calftone's sound philosophy is based on a simple idea: to recapture the \u003cstrong\u003ewarmth\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eroundness\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003erichness\u003c\/strong\u003e associated with traditional heads while maintaining synthetic stability. Its attack is generally \u003cstrong\u003esoft\u003c\/strong\u003e and musical, with a presence of midrange frequencies that add body to toms and give the snare a more \"woody\" character. The sustain remains natural and singing, with harmonics that evoke vintage tones rather than a too clinical sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e7mil single ply\u003c\/strong\u003e directly contributes to this sensation: the head reacts quickly, lets the shell breathe, and enhances dynamic playing techniques (ghost notes, brushes, accents, rimshots). For drummers seeking an authentic sound, the Calftone offers a warm and inspiring tone without the typical variations of natural skins. It is a particularly relevant choice if you aim for a \"retro\" sound in jazz, fusion, or pop, while keeping a reliable and consistent head for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eTom\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eAnimal type\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eSingle Ply\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e8 \u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBeige\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003esynthetic drumhead with an \u0026quot;animal skin\u0026quot; appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e7mil\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003esingle ply\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eLevel 360 (optimized seating and easier tuning)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54360793088275,"sku":"235663","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/56fe446439ce50b426eaebd7cb01aafc9acabdd0_EVANS_TT08C7.jpg?v=1787395024","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/evans-tt08c7-calftone-08-235663","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}