Evans MX5 Snare Side Marching drum heads contain an aramid fiber/polyester laminate for maximum snare response. A thin overtone control ring reinforces the edge durability and helps to eliminate unwanted overtones, further enhancing articulation. For over 60 years, Evans has been an innovator in drumhead manufacturing and design. As the creator of the first synthetic drumhead and other revolutionary products such as EMAD, Hydraulics, and the UV1 series, Evans drumheads are designed with the intent of solving problems for drummers. Regarded for high quality and consistency all Evans drumheads are made in the USA and feature Level 360 Technology., 14" MX5 Hybrid Marching Snare Bottom head is made using a 5mil think aramid fiber/polyester laminate, Produces that sought after drum corps sound while providing maximum snare response, Produces a more crisp snare response than a standard Kevlar bottom head, Projects in the largest of stadiums while controlled in the indoor environment, All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA