Radically upgrade your low-end presence and unlock the full acoustic potential of your kick drum, regardless of its shell material or brand config. The Evans EMAD 22" Bass Drum Head System Pack (EBP-22EMADSYS) is a professional pre-matched pairing of Evans’ most iconic batter and resonant heads. By combining the legendary EMAD Clear batter head with a specialized EMAD Black Resonant head, this comprehensive system delivers an exceptionally deep, pre-equalized thud with unparalleled low-frequency warmth and clean transient definition. It is the premier choice for busy working drummers seeking effortless high-fidelity studio recording or live stage projection.
Achieving the perfect balance between batter rebound click and back-head resonance can be incredibly difficult. This 22-inch system pack solves it through unified engineering. The batter side features the standard Evans 22" EMAD Clear Head (BD22EMAD) utilizing a responsive single layer of 10mil film paired with an external sleeve. For the front, the Evans 22" Black EMAD Resonant Head (BD22REMAD) uses a single 10mil ply featuring a offset 10 cm (4-inch) microphone port hole. This internal port is surrounded by an integrated foam cushioning ring that controls high-register overtones, giving audio engineers an immediate, punchy signal without requiring heavy dampening pillows inside the shell cavity.
E-E-A-T Performance Architecture: Level 360 Hoop Seating & Professional Artist Legacy
At Angkor Music, we recognize Evans’ long history of drum head innovation since 1956. Proprietary Level 360 Hoops: Standard heads often seat unevenly against the bearing edge, creating annoying wrinkles and flat spots. The Level 360 vertical collar profile guarantees balanced contact across the entire shell circumference, ensuring the film fits perfectly flat. This expands your overall tuning range and provides stable, low-register tuning without annoying head "chuckles." Elite Artist Endorsement: This exact EMAD architectural footprint is relied upon globally by heavyweights like Jojo Mayer, Dennis Chambers, and Pat Mastelotto for its dependable consistency.
What is the benefit of buying this matched EBP-22EMADSYS pack over purchasing the heads separately?
This pack provides a fully balanced acoustic environment designed by Evans engineers. Combining the 10mil EMAD clear batter with the 10mil ported EMAD black resonant head ensures your bass drum resonates with a cohesive tone. Buying them together simplifies your setup and guarantees professional results, all while offering excellent bundle value.
How do the two included external batter damping shutters change the overall sound?
The system includes a narrow and a wide foam ring that fit into the external sleeve. The narrow ring focuses the fundamental pitch and clears up loose overtones while leaving a natural decay. The wide ring provides heavy damping, transforming the sound into a tight, modern, pre-EQ'd punch with a quick decay—perfect for high-velocity rock and metal.
Can I tune this system low without getting loose wrinkles or flapping sounds near the hoop?
Yes. Thanks to Evans’ Level 360 hoop engineering, the head collar sits flush with your shell’s bearing edge even under low tension. This eliminates the loose flapping or "chuckles" common with older drum head designs, allowing you to achieve a reliable, ultra-low sub-bass thud that holds its pitch throughout your performance.