Evans EC1 Reverse Dot Snare Batter Drum Head, 14 inch

From the ManufacturerEC1 Reverse Dot Series OverviewEvans EC snare heads feature a single ply of 14mil film for maximum durability with single-ply sensitivity and feel. Sound Shaping Technology (SST) rings on the underside reduce unwanted frequencies and enhances attack.The revolutionary Evans Level 360 drum head technology is found in the proprietary collar design that extends the level playing surface of the drum head 360 degrees around the drum. This vertically enhanced collar design ensures balanced contact with the critical bearing edge of the drum shell, resulting in: Ease of fit Ease of tuning Extended tuning range and quality of soundAvailable on all Evans 6 - 20 inch Batter and Resonant Drum set, Snare Side, Concert and Marching Tenor heads. Evans Level 360 technology solves the age-old dilemma of traditional synthetic heads consistently not fitting a variety of drum shells without using force that chokes the responsiveness of the head and the drums performance.The Level 360 BlueprintThe benefits provided by Evans Level 360 technology stem from a groundbreaking collar design: Steeper Collar:Extends the level plane of the drum head to ensure balanced contact with the critical bearing edge of the drum shell. Roll-over Hoop:Provides strength and stability where the film meets the hoop, for greater durability without diminishing performance. Balanced Contact:For ease of tuning and enhanced quality of sound. Greater Tonal Range:Wider tuning options result in higher levels of responsivness and resonance, giving you the confidence to tune your drums high or low.Product DescriptionWarm, woody, and dense, with a controlled sustain, The EC1 is a 14 mil single-ply head with the Edge Control ring mounted on the underside to eliminate unwanted mid-range frequencies and enhance attack. The extra film thickness extends durability while maintain the stick response of a single-ply. A 3mil patch on the Reverse Dot model lends additional attack and focus in the center for fat backbeats.