Evans TT12C7 - Calftone 12
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The name "'56" pays tribute to 1956, the year Chick Evans initiated a revolution by creating the first synthetic drumhead. Decades later, the '56 Calftone continues this legacy by offering a "calf" aesthetic and tonal color without the constraints of traditional heads, featuring modern manufacturing by Evans.
Who This Drumhead Is For
The Evans '56 Calftone is aimed at drummers from beginner to advanced levels seeking a retro and musical timbre. It excels in jazz, fusion, and pop, both in the studio and on stage, and is also perfectly suited for general use when you want to soften the attack and gain warmth.
Features and Innovations
Thanks to Level 360 technology, the head better conforms to the bearing edge, facilitating centering and improving tuning stability. The 7mil film offers a convincing balance between sensitivity, controlled projection, and an "old school" feel under sticks or brushes.
Sound Characteristics
The '56 Calftone delivers a round response with a grain reminiscent of calfskin heads, a softer attack, and pleasant harmonics, ideal for medium to low tuning. The result: a warm "golden age" sound while maintaining the consistency and reliability of a high-end synthetic head.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom | Diameter | 12 " |
| Head finish | Animal type | Color | Beige |
| Shaping | Single Ply | ||
| Type | synthetic head with "calf" appearance | Uses | general, studio, stage |
| Thickness | single ply 7mil | Styles | jazz, fusion, pop |
| Technology | Level 360 | Sound orientation | vintage, warm, rich |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans TT12C7 Calftone 12 suitable for a 12-inch tom?
This drumhead is designed for a 12-inch tom and has a diameter of 12".
What sound does a 7 mil Calftone drumhead produce?
The single-ply 7 mil film delivers a full, rounded response with softened attack and a grain inspired by calfskin heads. The overtones remain pleasant, especially with medium to low tunings.
Is this drumhead suitable for jazz and brush playing?
Its vintage orientation and sensitivity make it suitable for jazz, fusion, and pop styles. The feel under brushes is one of the intended uses by its design.
What difference does the Level 360 technology make on a tom drumhead?
Level 360 technology improves the fit around the shell’s bearing edge. This facilitates drumhead centering and enhances tuning stability.
Is the beige animal-type finish a natural skin?
The beige finish replicates the look of animal skins, while the construction is based on a single-ply synthetic 7 mil film.
