Evans Expands UV2 Bass Drumhead Line With New Sizes, Models

Evans Drumheads expanded the UV2 bass drumhead line with new sizes and three distinct model variations, the company announced in coverage published by Music Inc. Magazine on February 23, 2026. The update introduces the UV2, UV2 EQ3 and EMAD UV2 names to the UV2 family and is presented as a response to demand for more attack and tighter low-end from bass drum players.

The expansion adds new sizes to the UV2 range, broadening fit options for different shell diameters and players who prioritize beater response. Music Inc.'s February 23 coverage framed the move around three design aims: increased attack, improved low-frequency control and enhanced durability, signaling that Evans is positioning the UV2 line for heavier playing styles and longer head life.

Model differentiation matters in this release. The UV2 label stays in the lineup as the core option, while the UV2 EQ3 and EMAD UV2 appear as variations intended to address specific tuning and response needs across bass drum setups. Music Inc. noted the three-model slate by name, making clear that the update is both a size expansion and a model diversification rather than a single new head.

Evans' timing and packaging of the UV2 extensions arrived to market attention on February 23, 2026, when Music Inc. published its report. That coverage is the earliest wide-reporting of the expanded lineup, and the details provided focus on performance characteristics - attack, low-frequency control and durability - rather than street pricing or exact roll-out dates.

Expect the UV2, UV2 EQ3 and EMAD UV2 offerings to change how players approach bass drum voicing by giving more options for attack and low-end management across multiple drum sizes. Check Evans' official channels and your local drum shop for full specs, size lists and availability as the new UV2 models reach dealers following the February 23, 2026 announcement.