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Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head, 22” – Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping System Allows Player to Adjust Attack and Focus – 2 Foam Damping Rings for Sound Options - Versatile for All Music Genres
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Brand | Evans |
Material | Synthetic |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 23.5 x 1.5 x 23.2 inches |
Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
Body Material | Bass Wood |
About this item
- EMAD SYSTEM– The Evans Clear Bass Drum Head has an externally mounted adjustable damping system to control the attack and focus of the drum head by choosing one of two removable foam rings. The 22” drum head has an outer ply of 7mil and an inner ply of 10mil film for added durability.
- LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY – A Level 360 collar allows the clear bass drum head to seat itself properly and in turn provides a head that is easier to tune and a wider tonal range for a sound that is studio ready.
- AVAILABLE IN 5 SIZES – Evans EMAD2 clear bass drum heads are available in sizes 18” to 26” with multiple thickness and coating options.
- FOR ALL MUSIC GENRES – The EMAD2 bass drum head is extremely versatile for all music genres. A true working drummer’s choice, the adjustable damping caters to all bass drum tones.
- MADE IN THE USA - For over 60 years, Evans has been a pioneer in drum head manufacturing and design. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry.
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Product information
Item Weight | 1.99 pounds |
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Country of Origin | USA |
ASIN | B000UJFSK8 |
Item model number | BD22EMAD2 |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,533 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #1 in Bass Drum Drumheads |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 1, 2008 |
Body Material | Bass Wood |
Material Type | Synthetic |
Size | 22-inch |
Percussion Diameter | 22 Inches |
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Product Description
Whether you play rock, blues, country or metal, the Evans EMAD2 Clear Bass Drum Head is a true working drummer’s choice. Named for the externally mounted adjustable damping, the versatile system caters to all bass drum tones by allowing each player to control the attack and focus of the drum head by choosing one of two removable foam damping rings. Choosing the thinner foam ring allows for punch and focus without sacrificing resonance, while choosing the wider foam ring maximizes the low end and attack of any bass drum. The 22” drum head has an outer ply of 7mil and an inner ply of 10mil film for added durability. Enhanced with revolutionary Level 360 technology, the clear bass drum head is easier to tune, with a wider tonal range than ever before. Applying the new Level 360 collar shape to the EMAD2 bass drum head allows it to seat itself properly and in turn provides a head that is easy to tune and a sound that is studio ready. Evans EMAD2 clear bass drum heads are available in sizes 18” to 26” with multiple thickness and coating options. For over 60 years, Evans Drumheads has been a pioneer in drum head manufacturing and design. Now part of D’Addario & Company, Inc., Evans products are proudly made in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry. The D’Addario family’s heart, soul and love for making music is put into every drum and accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.
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PERFECT COMBINATION OF POWER, PUNCH & CONTROL
The unparalleled industry standard Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD) system allows the player to adjust attack and focus.
Evans EMAD Drumheads
EMAD | EMAD 2 | UV EMAD | EMAD CALFTONE | EMAD ONYX | EMAD HEAVYWEIGHT | GMAD | |
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Available Sizes
| 16"-26" | 18"-26" | 16"-26" | 16"-26" | 18"-26" | 18"-26" | 18"-26" |
Treatment
| Coated, Uncoated | Uncoated | UV Coated | Uncoated | Frosted | Uncoated | Uncoated |
Technology
| EMAD | EMAD | EMAD | EMAD | EMAD | EMAD | EMAD |
Ideal For
| Rock, Metal | Rock, Gospel | Rock, Gospel | Rock, Jazz | Rock, Gospel | Rock, Metal | Rock, Gospel |
Ply's
| 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Adjusted Focus. Amplified Sound.
The industry standard Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD) system allows for adjustment of attack and focus. EMAD provides drummers with an ideal kick drum sound.
EMAD SOUND PROFILE
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Anika Nilles
"The EMAD Onyx offers a great punchy tone and short sustain on the backside."
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Brian Fraiser-Moore
"I usually play large arenas and EMAD kick heads provide all the warmth and body that I need."
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Jay Weinberg
"The EMAD2 has plenty of top end attack - low rumble and growl punches a listener right in the gut."
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Versatility | 4.9 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.6 |
Durability | 4.7 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.6 | 3.8 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
material | Synthetic | — | Glass | — | Synthetic | Plastic |
model name | — | TT14DB1S | S14R50 | Coated Tom Pack | — | — |
weight | 1.99 pounds | — | 0.22 kilograms | 0.52 kilograms | 1.72 pounds | 0.81 kilograms |
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Customers like the sound quality, quality and value of the bass drum head. They mention that it produces a very good bass sound, it's well made and well worth the price. They also appreciate the tuning capabilities, saying that it'll sound great at any volume and that it can be tuned high or low. Customers also like the option of using different dampening rings, saying they get two different muffling rings.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the drum head. They mention that it produces a very good bass sound, has a deep bass attack, and gives the kick a fat sound. Some say that the head is easy to tune and provides the proper tone they're looking for. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and durability of the product.
"...What I want more than that is a warm, huge funky tone with good feel. The EMAD keeps doing that...." Read more
"...This is without a doubt the best STRIKE SIDE bass drum (kick) head out there, and that was without messing with the heavier dampening ring, even..." Read more
"...When combined with proper tuning, they're great at providing a sound quality to match your style and acoustic environment." Read more
"The Sound is incledible, It produces a very good bass sound. 🔥🔥🔥..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the drum head. They say it has a nice solid punch, is well made, and durable. It has thud-like sounds with a controlled sustain. Some customers also mention that it's the highest quality head they can buy. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...These heads are durable as well so you won't be compromising durability. Hope this helps you guys & gals..." Read more
"...My god is it punchy yet deep. You can really get a good range from a soft boom to a deep pop without any ring...." Read more
"...What a great piece of work! I Wish all drum products made such a stand out difference.**Stop shopping and just buy it! **..." Read more
"...It's got a nicely defined, punchy "thud" to it with a short, controlled sustain while not losing the volume you'd expect from a 22-inch barrel...." Read more
Customers have good things to say about the value of the bass drum head. They say, for example, it's well worth the price and provides awesome low-end. Customers also mention that it'll be a great investment for any drum kit.
"Awesome buy!" Read more
"...Wel worth the money." Read more
"...The price point is also good. Definitely a worthwhile purchase for me." Read more
"does the job at great price" Read more
Customers say the drum head is easy to tune, has great low end response, and is durable. They say it can be tuned high or low and sound good. Customers also mention that it helps tame some of the overtones and provides a clean, tight, deep bass sound with minimal overtone.
"It took nothing to tune and the dampening rings work great...." Read more
"...It's easy to tune on my kit compared to some other bass drums and heads I have tried" Read more
"...This head really helped tame some of the overtones I had previously leaving me with a clean, less muddy sound...." Read more
"...I pair them with G2’s on all of my Tom tops and G1’s on the bottoms. Easy to tune and virtually indestructible...." Read more
Customers like the ring on the musical instruments. They say it allows for options in terms of the degree of muffling. They also appreciate the two different size muckling rings, which can be changed out in about a minute. Customers say the interchangeable foam rings are a great idea and helpful for making sound more thick. They mention that the head is a sweet spot between too much ring and not enough body.
"This particular Evans bass drum head is a sweet spot between too much ring and not enough body...." Read more
"...a down-filled pillow in the drum cavity, but I love that the rings allow for options in terms of the degree of muffling...." Read more
"...The dampening ring on the new head is great and gives me the mute I need to pull off faster double pedal patterns with the clarity I was desiring...." Read more
"...I like the design that you can easily change the dampening ring because it’s mounted on the outside of the impact head, held in place by a flange...." Read more
Customers like the foam inserts. They say the dampening foam rings do a great job of creating that punchy kick sound. They also appreciate the option of foam rings that is included, giving them two choices of muffling. Customers also mention that the interchangeable foam insert is really nice and a game changer.
"...UPDATE06/2022. The EMAD2 is my go to bass drum head. The swap-able foam inserts are a game changer...." Read more
"...All this in a neat package that requires no additional dampening...." Read more
"...It does come with two foam rings, one thinner and the other thicker...." Read more
"This 2ply drum head comes with two pieces of foam giving you two choices of muffling. The small piece gives you a boomy sound with less attack...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the durability of the musical instruments. They mention that it works and wears terrifically, lasts a long time, and that the head doesn't feel mushy or weighted.
"...What I want more than that is a warm, huge funky tone with good feel. The EMAD keeps doing that...." Read more
"...I do like how the head doesn’t feel mushy or weighted. There’s plenty of response to the head even when loose...." Read more
"...and this combination sounds fantastic, feels really good and lasts a really long time. Definitely give ‘em a try if you haven’t yet." Read more
"...You put it on and it sounds great. Really great feel and response...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the fit of the drum head. They mention that it provides a tight, deep bass sound with minimal overtones. Some say that the head is small but boomy. Overall, most are happy with the performance and durability of the product.
"...But amazon did great here.The head was cheap as chips and came in a box so big i could play fort in it...." Read more
"...But of course I gave it a try. It fit well, only took about one turn of the key to sound good...." Read more
"...Its great on the big stages, in the theatres or clubs, or just in the practice room...." Read more
"...The muffler that it came with deepens the sound. The box was big enough to live in. I havent been disappointed since I started ordering from amazon." Read more
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This head come with one clear kick patch to help extend its life. I purchased an additional set of Evans woven kick pads for the double pedal while leaving the clear one on. I figure it couldn't hurt since my son's drum instructor also recommended using gaffers tape over these patches as well to extend its life even further.
This head come with one clear kick patch to help extend its life. I purchased an additional set of Evans woven kick pads for the double pedal while leaving the clear one on. I figure it couldn't hurt since my son's drum instructor also recommended using gaffers tape over these patches as well to extend its life even further.
Used on: DW Performance Series (cause I liked it), HVX Maple, Oil Stain. 16x20 Bass Drum. Rogers new generation Swiv-O-Matic pedal, combo Felt/Acrylic beater.
OK, Swapped out the stock DW by Remo head as...well..it just wasn't cutting it; such a let down. Had used EMAD2 on the Yamahas I sold and the difference was sooo...WHOA!!! So...Stupid incredible AWESOME GREATNESS!!!
Went from "thud" to a couple of octives lower KABOOM. This is without a doubt the best STRIKE SIDE bass drum (kick) head out there, and that was without messing with the heavier dampening ring, even took the impact side DW pillow out. I was tempted to try the GMAD but went with a tried and true. So glad I did and you can CHOOSE your POW!
The other payback I didn't see in the reviews I read was the FEEL. Yes, it tunes right up, but, BUT that, THAT...FEEL!!!
Using the new--returned to production--Rogers Swiv-O-Matic pedal and I can get wappity-wappity triplets noooo problem. What a great piece of work! I Wish all drum products made such a stand out difference.
**Stop shopping and just buy it! **
UPDATE06/2022. The EMAD2 is my go to bass drum head. The swap-able foam inserts are a game changer. Recently bought the NEW EMAD2 HEAVYWEIGHT to use for a 24” Gong drum (14”/24” bass drum) and it’s a jaw dropper. This is most likely THE best drum head for it’s category of a good solid thud.
I've been toying around with different heads and dampening methods for my kit, but the kick drum by far has been the most difficult to tinker with. With traditional heads, I tried several schemes with commercial dampening gear and also by taping things (a small towel, foam, even diapers) to the inside of my kick batter head -- which sort of did the trick, but the sound was still lacking. If I started pounding on the kick, it sounded too "rubbery" or "boing-y", which was a shame given the decent shells I have.
Putting a pillow inside and mic-ing the drum was an option I did not like--the pillow choked the sound too much and the kick did not sound lively. Sure you can add all the enhancement you want with a mic, but sitting behind the drums the kick seemed underpowered compared to the rest of the kit. The sound tech may like the pillow/mic option, but hey, it's gotta sound good to the guy playing the drums.
Then I tried the EMAD2 -- boy, I should have done it years ago. My kick now has the sound I've been trying to make. It's got a nicely defined, punchy "thud" to it with a short, controlled sustain while not losing the volume you'd expect from a 22-inch barrel. All this in a neat package that requires no additional dampening. It's an added bonus to be able to see the uncluttered insides of the kick drum.
The kit sounds much more balanced now, and it's a joy to hear the kick again and again. The bass player on the band used to complain that my kick sounded too mushy and was difficult to hear over the mix, but he noticed the improvements right away.
If you can, go give it a try at a local music store -- I'm pretty sure a decent store has a kit or two on display with this head on it (the choice of heads & tuning make a far greater difference in the overall sound than the material of the shells). You can compare it with other bass drums as well...
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defined punchy attack and full deep power that sound amazing when mike’s and going through a big PA with decent subs
use with the evans eq pads to dampen and u have the perfect combination
my opinion as a pro drummer and music producer this is the King of bass drum skins