Evans MS5 Marching Snare Side Drumhead 14"

EVANS MS5 Snare Side Marching Drumhead: Elite Articulation and Response

The EVANS MS5 Snare Side is the industry standard for high-tension marching snare drums. Engineered to withstand the extreme rigors of the modern drum corps and indoor percussion environments, this 5mil single-ply head provides the razor-sharp articulation and maximum snare response required for complex, high-velocity rudimental passages.

Advanced Hybrid Construction

The MS5 utilizes a sophisticated material blend to achieve its signature "crack" and durability:

• Aramid Fiber & Polyester Laminate: Constructed from 5mil aramid fiber reinforced with a polyester film laminate. This combination ensures the head can handle ultra-high tension without stretching or losing its "snap."
• Maximum Snare Sensitivity: Designed specifically to react to the slightest vibration of the snare guts, providing a crisp, clean response from the center of the head to the very edge.
• High-Tensile Pairing: While versatile, the MS5 is optimized to be paired with high-tensile fiber batter heads (such as the EVANS Hybrid or MX series) for a perfectly balanced, world-class marching sound.

Precision Engineering for the Field

Every detail of the MS5 is focused on tonal clarity and structural integrity:

• Collar Support Film Ring: Features a specialized support ring at the collar that provides structural stability without damping natural overtones or sustain—ensuring your snare sound carries to the back of the stadium.
• The "Drum Corps" Sound: Delivers the sought-after dry, "table-top" sound profile while reducing unwanted "ring" and mid-range overtones.
• American Made: Like all EVANS products, the MS5 is designed, engineered, and manufactured at the D'Addario facility in the USA, ensuring the highest level of quality control in the industry.

Specifications

• Treatment: Clear Aramid/Polyester
• Ply: Single-ply (5mil)
• Technology: Aramid Fiber Laminate
• Application: Marching Snare Side (Bottom)

The EVANS MS5 is the ultimate bottom head for any marching program demanding peak performance and legendary reliability under pressure.