Evans Bass Drum Heads

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Shop our full range of Evans bass drum heads — covering batter heads, resonant heads, and matched packs in sizes from 16" to 24", with UK next day delivery available on all orders. Evans are one of the world's leading drum head manufacturers, known for their innovative construction and consistent quality across every series. Shop by Series Evans EMAD — Evans' most popular bass drum batter head. Features an Externally Mounted Adjustable Damping (EMAD) system — a foam ring that clips to the inside of the hoop, allowing the amount of dampening to be adjusted without removing the head. Available in Clear and as a resonant in Black. Best for: drummers who want a punchy, focused kick sound with adjustable dampening control. Available in 16", 18", 20", 22", and 24" Evans EMAD2 — a two-ply version of the EMAD with added low-end warmth and durability. Best for: drummers who want more depth and sustain from their kick drum. Available in 20" and 22" Evans EQ3 — a versatile batter and resonant head series. The EQ3 batter features a built-in muffle ring for controlled sustain. The EQ3 resonant is available in smooth white and black, with and without a pre-cut port. Best for: drummers who want a balanced, controlled kick sound for live and recording use. Available in 18", 20", and 22" Evans Calftone — a single-ply head with a calfskin-style texture that produces a warm, vintage kick drum tone. Best for: jazz, acoustic, and vintage-style playing where a natural, open sound is preferred. Available in 18", 20", and 22" Evans dB One — a low-volume bass drum head that reduces kick drum volume by up to 80% while maintaining a realistic playing feel. Best for: home practice and apartment drumming. Available in 20" and 22" Evans G1 Coated — a single-ply coated head offering a warm, open tone. Best for: drummers who want a natural, resonant kick sound without built-in dampening. Available in 22" Evans EMAD Bass Pack — a matched batter and resonant pack (EMAD Clear batter + EMAD Black reso