I have same issue with a SBP kit, though only one hoop. While waiting for that bit of inlay, I've used some vinyl adhesive material I found in a similar color - used on inside, (drummer's side) hoop, and it's hard to notice. Might suggest some of the vinyl tape available on feebay - maybe some silver glitter. Not a great match, but a little more zing than just black painted hoops. Only a few bucks, and it's easily removable if the actual inlays show up. Check; Paperstreetplastics - he's got a good selection.

Thanks DN, I'll check them out.

Has anyone tried getting a wrap 'custom printed' so to speak? I saw that Precision makes custom wraps, but would they be able to do oyster blue? I'm just wondering out loud. It's super pricey for custom print, but if I share a sheet with a few people, then, hmmm.... I know there are guys who need some for snares and small toms, so that might be a consideration. Any thoughts?

I've had a friend take a drum to Kinkos, had it scanned & got some large sheets of laminated copies. From there he spliced some inlay together out of a few sections. (Not as strange as it sounds) it actually works), perfectly matches the set, & costs a few dollars. (This works for hard to find wraps, Mod Orange, Psychedelic Red etc.,))

or you could use wrap inlays made of the old style WMP it has a lot of blue in it and when just on the inlays i do not think you would be able to tell much difference...

Very, very interesting idea td. My question would be how to you scan a wrap that is on a round object? Wouldn't they have to lay it flat for it to work? If this is possible, I'm gonna do it!

I believe that the scanner can get a good sample from the drum, & then digitally fill up the page w/ the pattern. It's more of a photo/computerized process than a straight xerox copy. The color balance can also be manipulated to make a better match.

Another option that is similar to the Kinko's idea is to take it to a place that does vinyl window stickers. They can scan it and you would even have a light adhesive backing that wont hurt the wood. I have done this with a wmp that was yellowed. Hope this helps. Good luck!

You could call Jack Lawton in Penn. He ssaves scraps and pcs. of vintage wraps and may have some in stock. I've used him before for inlays and he was very reasonable.

Dave

Thanks Dave. Do you happen to have his contact information? Feel free to pm it to me if you wouldn't mind. I think that would be my preferred route, and if he can't help, then I'll definitely Legacy's suggestion. I know a sign guy who might be able to do that (thanks for the idea LD). If those two options come up empty, then I'll try the Kinko's route. I'm getting this inlay done one way or another, dangit!

Thanks again to all.