Difference in Durability?

[bigpapabds]

Hey, all... New to the forums. I was wondering if anyone has noticed a difference in durability between the main drum head manufacturers. Right now I'm debating putting on Evans EC2's or Remo Powerstroke 3's... I believe they are about the same as far as range function, price, etc.

I am playing on a Tama Rockstar and am looking to deepen the sound of my toms and eliminate a lot of overtones. I like a little bit of resonance, but a quick fade.

Thanks!

[KarlCrafton]

Welcome to the forum bigpapabds

For the sound you described, I'd say the EC2's would work better.

G1's might be what are on the bottom of you drums. The EC2/G1 combo will warm up, and beef up the sound without adding a longer tone too.
Evans heads overall have a slightly warmer/beefier tome to them vs. the same 'type' of Remo head (even though I play Remo).

Durability depends on how you play them in any head/brand. Different people have different problems with any head maker (as you'll see going through threads!).

Good luck.