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product_id: 8369076
title: "Evans Drum Heads - Hydraulic Glass Tompack, Standard (12 inch, 13 inch, 16 inch)"
brand: "evans"
price: "$232"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Evans"
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# oil layer suppresses overtones Level 360 tuning tech 2-ply max durability Evans Drum Heads - Hydraulic Glass Tompack, Standard (12 inch, 13 inch, 16 inch)

**Brand:** evans
**Price:** $232
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥁 Tune in to vintage vibes with modern precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Evans Drum Heads - Hydraulic Glass Tompack, Standard (12 inch, 13 inch, 16 inch) by evans
- **How much does it cost?** $232 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/8369076-evans-drum-heads-hydraulic-glass-tompack-standard-12-inch-13)

## Best For

- evans enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted evans brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Iconic Early Rock Sound:** Capture the fat, deep, punchy tone that defined 70's rock n' roll.
- • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted with precision and quality in a state-of-the-art facility for consistent pro-level results.
- • **Durability Meets Performance:** Two plies of tough film ensure your heads withstand intense sessions without compromise.
- • **Overtone Control Like No Other:** Unique oil layer between plies suppresses unwanted ringing for a clean, focused attack.
- • **Effortless Tuning with Level 360:** Experience smooth tuning and extended pitch range for perfect sound every time.

## Overview

Evans Hydraulic Glass Tompack drum heads (12", 13", 16") feature a patented oil layer sandwiched between two durable plies, delivering a fat, deep, and short sustain sound inspired by early 70's rock. Equipped with Level 360 Technology, these heads offer easy tuning and a wide pitch range, making them ideal for drummers seeking vintage tone with modern reliability. Made in the USA by industry leader D’Addario, they combine innovation, durability, and classic sound in one premium pack.

## Description

Product Description Hydraulics feature two plies that sandwich a thin layer of oil and give the fat, deep, and short sound pioneered by early 70's rock and roll. The oil decreases sustain and enhances attack and low-end. Additionally, Hydraulics are famously easy to tune .making them a perfect fix for troublesome drums and younger players looking for instant sound. From the Manufacturer Evans Standard Tom Pack (12", 13", 16") glass (clear) Hydraulic two-ply drum heads feature a thin film of oil between the plies that suppresses unwanted overtones. A classic sound, short in sustain. Tension them tight for a real thump or loose for a more slappy sound.Evans Hydraulic series features two plies of thin film offering maximum durability, a fat, deep and short sound pioneered by early 70's rock and roll. Hydraulics are famously easy to tune, making them a perfect fix for troublesome drums and younger players.For over 40 years, Evans has been a pioneer of drum head manufacturing and design. Known for innovative designs such as EMAD, EC2S, and the Hydraulic series, Evans drum heads are made in the USA in a state of the art manufacturing facility. Acquired in 1996 by D’Addario and Company, the global leader in musical instrument accessories, the Evans brand is synonymous with quality and consistency.

Review: Great quality! - Great quality! Super durable and responsive. Holds tone a bit longer than your Remo Emporor so if dampening is what your looking for, you may need exactly that, some dampening. Otherwise they give a nice vintage sound when left open. I use an E-ring on my 16" tom but the 12" and snare are free to breathe. Also, I matched them with the Ec2 reso heads.
Review: I may be a convert! - Recently I was looking for some heads to put on a set of Starion shells that I modified. My original plan was to use a set of Attack heads on both the resonant and the batter side of these shells. That decision was based mostly on price. Not completely though as I have used the Attack heads for resonant heads with very good results. The Attack heads that I bought though are single ply. To me that make them great candidates for resonant heads but I think a two ply head is better for a batter head. I gave the Attacks a shot on both sides but I wasn't completely happy with the sound and felt a two ply head would just be the better way to go. In the past I have used Remo heads for batter heads almost exclusively. I still very much like the Remo Pinstripe heads but decided to give these Evans heads a try just to try something different. I am very happy I did! These Starion shells now have a very nice sound with lots of resonance. The most noticeable difference between these G2's and the Attacks is that the tuning range seems to be much wider. The Attacks had a very narrow tonal range where they resonated. The G2's seem to resonate everywhere! From very loose to moderately tight they have very nice sound and resonance. I have some Moon Gel damping pads installed to cut down on some of the resonance but doing it this way instead of choking the drum offers a much better sound. By adding, removing, or moving the Moon Gel pads around I can control exactly how much resonance the drums have without having to change the heads tune. I should mention that I am still using the single ply Attacks for the resonant side. With the G2's on top and the Attacks on the bottom these shells sound great! Also, on the bass drum I have Attack no ring heads on both sides. I also have a pillow in there for damping and this bass drum sounds just amazing! So, the Attacks have their place but on the batter side I am very impressed with the sound, tuning range, and ease of tuning of these G2's. If you've never tried them, give them a shot, if you have you likely already know what I'm talking about!

## Features

- HYDRAULIC DRUM HEADS: Evans Hydraulic drumheads are the only heads on the market with a thin layer of oil between two plies of film to suppress unwanted overtones.
- EARLY ROCK SOUND: Known for a fat, deep, short sound reminiscent of early rock n roll.
- TWO PLIES: Two plies offer maximum durability.
- LEVEL 360 TECHNOLOGY: All Evans drumheads feature Level 360 Technology to provide ease of tuning, extended pitch range, and optimum quality of sound.
- MADE IN THE USA: All Evans drumheads are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001RFBEPM |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,767 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #11 in Drum Set Tom-Tom Drumheads |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Color Name | Hydraulic Glass |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,193) |
| Date First Available | July 10, 2007 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954952686 |
| Included Components | bag |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Item model number | ETP-HYDGL-S |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc |
| Material Type | Glass |
| Product Dimensions | 16.2 x 0.8 x 16.2 inches |
| Size | Tompack-12",13",16" |
| UPC | 019954952686 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Evans
- **Color:** Hydraulic Glass
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 16.2 x 0.8 x 16.2 inches
- **Material:** Glass
- **Model Name:** ETP HYDGL S

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality!
*by J***H on December 16, 2025*

Great quality! Super durable and responsive. Holds tone a bit longer than your Remo Emporor so if dampening is what your looking for, you may need exactly that, some dampening. Otherwise they give a nice vintage sound when left open. I use an E-ring on my 16" tom but the 12" and snare are free to breathe. Also, I matched them with the Ec2 reso heads.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I may be a convert!
*by B***E on May 16, 2013*

Recently I was looking for some heads to put on a set of Starion shells that I modified. My original plan was to use a set of Attack heads on both the resonant and the batter side of these shells. That decision was based mostly on price. Not completely though as I have used the Attack heads for resonant heads with very good results. The Attack heads that I bought though are single ply. To me that make them great candidates for resonant heads but I think a two ply head is better for a batter head. I gave the Attacks a shot on both sides but I wasn't completely happy with the sound and felt a two ply head would just be the better way to go. In the past I have used Remo heads for batter heads almost exclusively. I still very much like the Remo Pinstripe heads but decided to give these Evans heads a try just to try something different. I am very happy I did! These Starion shells now have a very nice sound with lots of resonance. The most noticeable difference between these G2's and the Attacks is that the tuning range seems to be much wider. The Attacks had a very narrow tonal range where they resonated. The G2's seem to resonate everywhere! From very loose to moderately tight they have very nice sound and resonance. I have some Moon Gel damping pads installed to cut down on some of the resonance but doing it this way instead of choking the drum offers a much better sound. By adding, removing, or moving the Moon Gel pads around I can control exactly how much resonance the drums have without having to change the heads tune. I should mention that I am still using the single ply Attacks for the resonant side. With the G2's on top and the Attacks on the bottom these shells sound great! Also, on the bass drum I have Attack no ring heads on both sides. I also have a pillow in there for damping and this bass drum sounds just amazing! So, the Attacks have their place but on the batter side I am very impressed with the sound, tuning range, and ease of tuning of these G2's. If you've never tried them, give them a shot, if you have you likely already know what I'm talking about!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for the right applications and the price point is unbeatable
*by K***S on March 29, 2022*

I almost always start with Remo ambassadors-coated or clear and start from there as far as tuning, dampening, etc. However for the specific kit and the music for one of my current projects needed something different. It is a vintage kit, and the music needed for the Tom's to be dampened but still have tone and warmth- not sound like boxes and thuss and/ or rely on effects to give tone. These were almost 10$ less than the emperors, (especially since I got them from warehouse in "like new" condition meaning they were never installed). I had used them before but had forgotten how well they work. Tone is there, and stick rebound doesn't suffer much from the second ply/ extra thickness. The kit I put them on already (for some reason) had G2 clear on the reso side. Somehow this combination on a late 60s/ early 70s thin shell kit works well, with warm tones and very little additional overring or volume control, but still has a dynamic range.

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