Evans TT18ECR - EC RESONANT CLEAR 18
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
With the EC range, Evans offers an approach focused on harmonic control and tuning stability without sacrificing the shell's resonance. The EC Resonant version is positioned as a resonant head designed to complement a setup oriented towards precision and coherence, especially when you seek a more "settled" pitch and better-organized resonance, both in the studio and on stage.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
This head is aimed at beginner to advanced drummers who want to save time tuning and achieve more reproducible results from one gig to another. It is particularly suitable for contexts where a clear and controlled low end is expected (pop, rock, funk, worship, variety), while maintaining sufficient resonance for more open playing and medium to high tunings.
Features and Innovations
Built on a single transparent 10mil ply, the EC Resonant aims for an effective compromise: preserving the liveliness of a thin head while helping to correct tuning irregularities (notes that "float," unstable harmonics, poorly defined pitch sensation). The Level 360 technology improves the contact between the shell's bearing edge and the head's collar, promoting smoother tuning, better note stability, and a more even response across the entire surface.
The SST (Sound Shaping Technology) designation refers to sound shaping work intended to better channel certain undesirable frequencies. The desired result: a cleaner resonance, a more centered pitch, and an exploitable dynamic range, whether you play with brushes, ghost notes, or heavier strokes.
Sound Characteristics
As a resonant head, this model plays a key role in how the shell "speaks": sustain, projection, pitch stability, and depth sensation. The transparent format and single 10mil ply tend to offer a lively response and natural resonance, with an indirect attack (since the head is not struck) but excellent contribution to the body of the sound.
On a maple shell, you will often find a combination of warmth and breadth, and this head will help make the pitch more readable without muffling musicality. On birch, generally more precise and "punchy," it helps keep the low end clean and the pitch well-centered. On softer woods like poplar, it can aid in stabilizing tuning and better controlling harmonics, which is very useful for achieving a more professional sound with less effort.
Technical specifications
| Category | Tom |
| Head finish | Clear |
| Shaping | Single Ply |
| Diameter | 18 " |
| Color | Transparent |
| Type | drumhead (resonant) |
| Plies | 1 |
| Thickness | 10mil |
| Treatment | transparent |
| Technology | SST |
Questions frequently asked
Is this resonant head compatible with an 18-inch tom?
Its 18-inch diameter is designed for a tom of the same size. This is a resonant head, meant to be mounted on the side opposite the batter head.
What is the thickness of the Evans TT18ECR EC Resonant?
The construction uses a single 10 mil clear ply. This thickness maintains a lively response while contributing to a better-organized shell resonance.
What sound does a clear EC Resonant head produce on a tom?
The clear finish and 10 mil ply promote a natural resonance with a more focused pitch. The SST technology is intended to channel certain unwanted frequencies and stabilize the harmonics.
Does the Level 360 technology facilitate tuning the tom?
The Level 360 system improves the contact between the head's collar and the shell's bearing edge. This allows for smoother tuning with a more even response across the surface.
For which styles is this 18-inch resonant head suitable?
This model is suitable for pop, rock, funk, worship, and variety styles that seek a clear and controlled low end. Its single 10 mil ply retains enough resonance for medium to high tunings. On maple, birch, or poplar shells, the pitch gains stability depending on the wood's inherent characteristics.
