Evans TT18CHR - Black Chrome 18
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Essential Information About the Black Chrome Drumhead
Essential Information About the Black Chrome Drumhead
- Deep sound with a sharp attack, designed for heavy hitting and demanding styles
- Clear and controlled sustain to maintain clarity at high volumes in progressive rock and metal
- Extreme durability thanks to a double-ply construction built to withstand heavy use
- Unique look with a black chrome finish, ideal for a dark and modern aesthetic
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Black Chrome belongs to the family of drumheads oriented towards "heavy playing": a design intended to offer more resistance and stability than a single-ply head, while maintaining precise response. It clearly targets drummers who want a powerful and consistent sound over time.
Who This Drumhead/Instrument Is For
This drumhead is aimed at intermediate to advanced drummers who play loudly and seek a dense sound, particularly in progressive rock and metal. It is also suitable for rehearsal and stage contexts where longevity is a priority.
Features and Innovations
Its double-ply structure prioritizes robustness and consistent response. The choice of thicknesses favors a more "solid" feel under the stick, with natural control of harmonics to maintain clean sustain without excessive muffling.
Sound Characteristics
With its two plies, the Black Chrome emphasizes more present lows and a more focused projection, while limiting overly long resonances. The result is a clear and controlled sustain, particularly effective for fast patterns and readable tom chords, even with heavy hitting.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom | Diameter | 18 " |
| Head finish | Smooth | Color | Black |
| Shaping | Twin Ply | ||
| Total thickness | 14.5 mil | Finish | black chrome |
| Outer ply | 7 mil | Applications | heavy playing, progressive rock, metal |
| Inner ply | 7.5 mil | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Evans TT18CHR Black Chrome suitable for metal?
Its 7 mil and 7.5 mil double-ply construction is designed for heavy playing. It fits progressive rock and metal contexts, with present low end and focused projection.
Which tom accepts an 18-inch Black Chrome drumhead?
This drumhead is designed for an 18-inch tom. Its diameter is 18", which should be verified with the drum shell before installation.
What is the thickness of the Evans TT18CHR drumhead?
The total thickness reaches 14.5 mil, split between a 7 mil outer ply and a 7.5 mil inner ply.
Is the sustain controlled on this 18-inch tom drumhead?
The two-ply structure limits overly long resonances. The sustain remains clear and controlled, without excessive muffling according to the announced design.
What finish does the Black Chrome 18 offer?
The Smooth surface features a black mirror finish. This appearance corresponds to the black color specified for this model.



