Evans TT13HBG - HYDRAULIC BLACK 13
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Essential Information About the Evans Hydraulic Drumhead
Essential Information About the Evans Hydraulic Drumhead
- Its 1970s-style "fat" sound thanks to a thin layer of oil sandwiched between two films
- Emphasized attack and naturally shortened sustain, ideal for a clean and controlled playing style
- Control without external muffling : the oil acts as an internal dampener without altering the feel
- Versatile for both stage and studio use, in rock and fusion
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The Evans Hydraulic series is directly inspired by the sonic aesthetic of the 1970s: a dense, round, and highly controlled sound. Within the manufacturer's lineup, it is positioned as a "ready to play" solution to achieve immediate control without attenuation accessories, while maintaining a natural stick response.
Who This Drumhead Is For
This drumhead is particularly suited for drummers from beginner to advanced levels seeking simple tuning and a naturally contained sound. It performs well in styles where harmonic overtones are limited and a clear impact is desired: rock, fusion, and more broadly all general applications in live or recording settings.
Features and Innovations
The design is based on two films with a thin layer of oil in between. This construction reduces sustain and enhances attack, while avoiding the "muted" feel that can occur with traditional external mufflers placed on the drumhead.
Sound Characteristics
The oil layer acts as an internal filter: it calms long vibrations, tightens the note, and highlights the punch. The result is a shorter, fatter, and more focused sound, very effective for locking in a groove in rock or fusion contexts, equally well on toms or snare drums depending on your setup.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom | Diameter | 13 " |
| Head finish | Clear | Color | Black |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Type | drumhead | Sound | 1970s-style, "fat" and controlled |
| Structure | two films | Effect | reduced sustain, amplified attack |
| Technology | thin layer of oil between the two films | Applications | general use, stage, studio, rock, fusion |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans TT13HBG suitable for a 13-inch tom?
This drumhead has a 13-inch diameter and is categorized as a tom head, making it intended for a tom of that size.
What sound does a black Evans Hydraulic drumhead produce?
The two films separated by a thin layer of oil produce a 1970s-style sound. The sustain is reduced and the attack is enhanced, resulting in a short, focused note.
Is the black finish transparent?
The specifications indicate a transparent finish with black coloration.
Does this tom head reduce overtones without a muffling accessory?
The internal oil layer filters long vibrations between the two plies. Immediate sustain control is thus achieved without adding a muffling accessory. The playing feel remains natural according to the described design.
For which styles is a 13-inch Hydraulic best suited?
Its amplified attack and fat character suit rock and fusion contexts. This head is also suitable for general use on stage or in the studio.
