Evans E-Ring 14" Clear 2

This 'tone adapter' sits on a tom or snare drum and is supposed to significantly reduce the volume to enable one to practise without disturbing others. While the ring neutralises the overtones, it does little to reduce the decibel output. I would not recommend this ring for volume reduction. Fortunately, this ring is very cheap, so I don't regret trying it, but I won't be buying another one.

Ive also preferred the sound of my drum kits with Evans E rings. The sound is dampened particularly on the snare but also on the toms to give what in my opinion is a better, cleaner sound. This 'Clear 2' model i would recommend more so on a floor tom on a tow tuning rather than a snare drum - on a snare the sound could be dampened too much and deterioratr sound quality. Whereas my 14" floor tom sounds excellent with this ring.

If there is unpleasant higher frequency sound (created due to the geometry and material quality of the drums), these rings definitely adjust and make it sound more tuned (slightly bassy and pleasant sound for me). I like them and still use them : )

works like a charm !
Removes overtones really well, but it's no quick solution to bad tuning, always tune your drums correctly and then use the ring.

Apart from the tonal inpact it also helps you hit the head more to the center.
You can also write/draw on it with a permanent marker, ideal if you keep forgetting the setlist of your band ;)

The extra width works very well for me. I like the slightly muffled sound it gets me. I don't usually use the "open" snare sound... ever. So yes. It did wonders for me.

it works great for me. mostly using it to muffle floor tom or snare drum when recording

Thought i had a brand new drum set. Havent even changed me skins in 4 years, and then pow. Throw this thing on and my pearl target is instantly a pearl masterworks

I have a few of the E-Rings - various sizes - and just make sure i have them with me to adapt my snare to the acoustic i'm in. Goes with out saying the 2" has more impact than some of the narrower rings but for the cost they all do a decent job at helping control tone.

Really good damper. The snare drum sounds better with this damper.

Love an Evans snare skin