About Black Oyster Pearl (Retro)
(7"x 4.5" scan of actual finishes)
Click image to see finish on drums.
The "Black Oyster" finish was first seen on Ludwig drums in the
1960s. However, the finish really did not gain universal popularity
until Ringo Starr of the Beatles played his Ludwig drums (covered in "black oyster
pearl") on the Ed Sullivan show on February 9, 1964. Our
"Black Oyster Pearl" drum wrap has been very popular with the
"Beatle Mania" drummers, as well as those who just want that
nostalgic look. This finish has been referred to as the "bowling
ball pearl", and has actually changed appearance over the years by
the manufacturer. Our "Black Oyster Pearl" has been
created to resemble the larger pattern of the 1960s, with the brilliant
colors that "Beatle" tribute bands seek after.
In the manufacturing process, we teamed up with
the original US manufacturer to create this finish at 30 mil thick
(30/1000 of an inch) to increases it's durability and longevity.
The pattern resembles the sought after,
slightly wider pattern of the 60s plus a deeper, more 3-D appearance- and
the look of the 60s black oyster. Also, the original finish had a "5%
shrinkage factor" which could even shrink further, thus contributing
to the future splitting of the wrap, and/or the seam pulling up. The
shrink factor problem has been overcome by the factory in our Black Oyster Pearl.
(Note: Even today, some
suppliers sell finishes that shrink- ask before you buy- there are
several problems associated with this type of product.)
Our Black Oyster Pearl is one incredible
looking finish!- which to our knowledge is only available through us.
If you will like to join in the excitement of the having a custom cut 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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