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EVANS G1 Coated Batter Drum Head 12 in.

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Description
This innovative drum head combines punchy attack, rich sustain and sensitive responsiveness that suits any musical genre. Its single-ply, 10-mil film provides an open tone that resonates powerfully. A coating treatment adds warmth, focus and depth, allowing for a broad tuning range from low rumble to sharp crack. The G1 Coated is a dynamic and adaptable drum head choice for working drummers.
Single-Ply Film Offers Expressive Sound
The G1 Coated features a single ply of 10-mil film that produces an articulate tone with long sustain and sensitivity. Its thin, responsive film allows drummers to achieve a wide range of sounds, from bright and cutting to deep and resonant, based on tuning and playing technique. The single-ply construction provides an open, natural quality that complements any shell material.
Coating Adds Warmth and Punch
A proprietary coating treatment gives the G1 Coated added warmth, focus and attack. The coating helps dampen and focus the single-ply film, producing a warmer, fuller tone with a slight midrange boost and longer sustain. These tonal enhancements make the G1 Coated suitable for recording applications where a balanced and controlled sound is desired.
American-Made Quality
Like all EVANS drum heads, the G1 Coated is designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA using high-quality materials and innovative production techniques. Rigorous quality control and testing ensure consistency and durability. The G1 Coated is a reliable, professional-grade drum head that provides powerful, nuanced sound in any musical situation.
Versatile and Road-Ready
With its blend of projection, sensitivity, and tonal focus, the G1 Coated is a versatile choice for drummers in any genre. It produces full, cutting tones for rock, crisp articulation for jazz and sensitivity for orchestral playing. Its 10-mil single-ply film is durable yet responsive, handling the demands of frequent gigging and transport. The G1 Coated is a bold-sounding, adaptable drum head for any musical purpose.



Features
- Coated
- Moderate attack
- Very warm tone
- Moderate sustain
- Medium soft feel
- Moderately durable
Reviews
4.27
11 Reviews
83%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Most Liked Positive Review
Versatile Head with Multiple Hoops
I'm a pretty devoted Remo guy, but I bought half a dozen of the Evans just because they were on sale (the intention being of putting them on snares I don't really use anymore). However, after putting them on the first drum, I put them on others as well. From drum-to-drum, they sounded consistent and fantastic. The drums were: 5.5" Yamaha Manu Katche (die-cast hoops), 7" OCDP Hybrid (triple-flanged hoops), and an 8" Yamaha Recording Custom (with Yamaha wood hoops). I give those details for this reason: Oftentimes, the fit of the wood hoops aren't as snug as those of metal hoops, but the new 360 design really worked on that particular drum, and it's never sounded better. As such, I'm curious to try these heads out on my toms with an expectation of a good sound.
Most Liked Negative Review
Nice head but leaves marks
Great sounding snare! Sounds very similar to a demo ambassador! Great range with tuning from high's to low's. I use these on my snare head's and they're great heads! The only thing is the coating. If you have super nice, shiny cymbals I would recommend using the clear G1's. The coating comes off easily and leaves marks on your sticks, transferring them to the cymbal and leaving marks on the cymbal. Great head, but I would recommend the clear if you have nice cymbals.
- Concerts6
- Practicing6
- Back-Up2
- Overall playing1
- Poor Quality1
- Professional Musician4
- Experienced3
- Good Quality5
- Improves Sound4
- Easy To Use3
- Functional3
Reviewed by 11 customers
Upgraded Classic
Verified Buyer
submitted9 months ago
byJames
fromFort Worth
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
These G1s have a reputation of their own and have always stood out from the Remo Ambassador coated. The G1s have more life and work better as reso heads for toms, as well. First gen Oak Customs love them! #sweepstakes #evans #yamaha
not buy it again
Verified Buyer
submitted2 years ago
byDavid Ariel
fromMiami Fl
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
not buy it again
Great quality, better price
Verified Buyer
submitted2 years ago
byJP
fromChicago
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Great quality coated single ply head for an even better price. Chose this over my usual Remo Ambassador to save a few bucks. Not disappointed in the slightest. Would absolutely buy these again if I can catch them on sale.
My favorite drum head for toms!
Verified Buyer
submitted3 years ago
byDavid
fromBrandon, MS
The G1's are always consistent and let my drums sing!! I've been using them for years!!
Great Attack
submitted6 years ago
byRandy
fromMassachusetts
Love the sound
Great sounding, but coating creates problems
submitted10 years ago
byDavid
fromIdaho
Great as a snare hear. Sounds very similar to a Remo Ambassador. Great sound! Would be 5 stars but if you have nice, bright, shiny cymbals do not buy these... The coating comes off and leaves marks on the cymbals.. If you don't have great cymbals go ahead and buy; nice head and sounds great! But if you have very nice cymbals you should probably stick to the Ambassadors or something else... I have used 4 and all have had this same problem with the marks on cymbals
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