Evans Magnetic Head Drum Key

Evans Magnetic Head Drum Key - No More Dropped Tension Rods

The Evans Magnetic Head Drum Key solves one of the most frustrating parts of drum maintenance - tension rods falling off the key mid-turn and disappearing into the drum or across the floor. The magnetic head grips the tension rod securely, holding it in place as you tighten or loosen, so head changes and tuning adjustments are faster, cleaner, and far less annoying.

Pair that with an ergonomic body, a knurled knob for quick spinning, and a grip that holds firm at high tension without buzzing, and you have a drum key that's a genuine upgrade over the basic key that came with your kit.

Key Features

• Magnetic head - grips tension rods securely to prevent slipping and dropping during tuning
• Grips to high tension - maintains secure engagement even when tightening heads to higher tunings, eliminating buzz and slip
• Ergonomic design - comfortable to hold during extended tuning sessions or full head changes
• Knurled knob - allows fast, easy spinning for quick tension rod removal and installation
• Standard drum key head - fits all standard tension rods across any drum brand or size
• Made in the USA - manufactured at Evans' state-of-the-art facility to the same standards as their drum heads

Why the Magnetic Head Makes a Difference

Standard drum keys rely on friction alone to hold a tension rod in place. At low tension this is usually fine, but as you tighten a head the rod can slip off the key, spin loose, or fall into the drum - particularly frustrating when you're mid-tune on a bass drum or trying to work quickly before a gig. The Evans magnetic head eliminates this entirely. The rod snaps onto the key and stays there until you deliberately remove it, making the whole process smoother and more controlled.

About Evans

Evans is one of the world's leading drum head manufacturers, pioneering drum head design for over 40 years. Innovations include the EMAD bass drum head, the AC2S, and the Hydraulic series. All Evans products are manufactured in the USA.

Who Is It For?

• Any drummer who changes heads regularly - the magnetic head makes the process noticeably faster and less frustrating
• Drummers who tune frequently - quick, secure engagement on every rod
• Gigging and touring drummers - reliable performance under pressure, before soundcheck or mid-show
• Anyone who has ever dropped a tension rod - which is every drummer, at some point

Also available: the Evans Drill Bit Drum Key for use with cordless drills - ideal for fast head changes when combined with the Magnetic Key for final tuning.

Available at Into Music Store with UK next day delivery available. Browse our full range of drum keys online, or visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to see the range in person.