Evans Orchestral coated snare batter head features a single ply of 7.5mil film that offers an open and airy tonal quality that is expressive with all popular snare strand materials. Evans Level 360 technology is incorporated to extend the level playing surface of the drumhead, 360 degrees around the drum. The vertically enhanced collar design guarantees even contact with the critical bearing edge of the drum shell, resulting in: ease of tuning, extended pitch range and optimum quality of sound. Evans Level 360 technology resolves the age-old dilemma of traditional synthetic heads consistently not fitting the drum shell without using considerable force. 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" concert drum head with a single ply of 7.5mil film, Thin single ply has an open and airy tonal quality, Expressive with all popular snare strands, Responds well under soft press rolls or articulate sticking, Exclusive Level 360 Technology collar design ensures proper contact between drum head and drum shell