Musical Drum Wrap, Refinishing with tape - Sparkles, Glitters, Pearls, and more - formerly SamBarnard.net
Formerly SamBarnard.net
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Black Oyster Pearl (Retro)

(7"x 4.5" scan of actual finishes)
Black Oyster Pearl is also known as Ringo Star black oyster
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 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 being 30 mil thick (30/1000 of an inch) which 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- also the look of the 60s black oyster. Also, the original finish had a "5% shrinkage factor" which could even shrink further, thus aiding in the splitting of the wrap (in the future), and/or the seam pulling up. This problem has been overcome by the factory with our Black Oyster Pearl.

(Note:  Even today, some suppliers sell similar 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 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.

 

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