About 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...
About Black Pearl
(7"x 4.5" scan of actual finish)
Click image to see finish on drums.
Our "black pearl" pattern (has no bluish tone compared to 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. We strongly recommend, if you're trying to
match a wrap, please call for samples.
Slingerland offered "Black Diamond Pearl" since the 1940s (as
listed in Slingerland's 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 shrink more than 5%, 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
drum wraps that shrink– ask before you buy– there are several
problems associated with this type of product.)
We are proud to offer these custom cut drum wrap products for your enjoyment.
The vintage appearance 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. We also sell
lugs,
tension rods, t-handles & claws,
base spurs,
rims and hoops,
floor tom mounts and legs,
tom arms and mounts.
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