Black Diamond Pearl
(7"x 4.5" scan of actual finish)
Click image see finish on drums.
For comparison, next is a scan of our Black Pearl...
Black Pearl
(7"x 4.5" scan of actual finish)
Click image to see finish on drums.
Our "black pearl" pattern (lighter and grayer than the first
scan on this page) has been used by drum manufactures from the 1980s until
present, while the "black diamond pearl" (the first wrap scan
on this page) tends to match drums from the 1970s and before- both
'patterns' are identical.
"Black Diamond Pearl" has been available since the 1940s
(Slingerland catalog) and after that from Ludwig, Gretsch (called "Black
Pearl" by Gretsch), Rogers, and just about every major (and not so
major) drum company. (Note: After a while, many of the companies lightened
the color.)
Both of our finishes are made from the same US factory that supplied all the
companies listed above. Our material is made 30 mil thick (30/1000
of an inch), which makes the finish more
durable, longer lasting, and better looking (no ripple effect). Also, the finishes of the past had a
"5% shrinkage factor" which could even shrink further, causing some finishes to
eventually split, and/or cause the seam to pull away.
We have both black pearls made so they do not shrink- none of the finishes we
sell shrink. (Note: Even today, some
suppliers sell similar finishes that shrink- ask before you buy- there are
several problems associated with this type of product.)
We are proud to offer these products for your enjoyment. The vintage
appearance (hue of the original color) of our "Black Diamond Pearl"
is only available through us. If you would like a piece of history,
just give us a call.
See our History of Drum Wrap
to read the history of drum wraps. Then take a look at
our pricing information. |
