Cvl Drums Shells OLIVE SHELL 5.4MM 13X6.5
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Cvl Drums Shells
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
This CVL shell fits within a "custom" logic: starting from a high-end luthiery base, made in Italy, then fully customizing the instrument (lugs, throw-off, vent, finish). The use of an exclusive manufacturing process that limits the amount of glue aims to preserve the natural acoustic response of the wood while maintaining production consistency thanks to ISO 9001 certification.
Who This Drum/Shell Is For
This shell is intended for intermediate to expert drummers, luthiers, and anyone wishing to build a 13-inch snare drum or tom with a distinctive character. Perfect for contexts where personality is sought (rock, pop, funk, acoustic music, studio), with a decidedly artisanal approach in the choice of hardware and drilling.
Features and New Developments
Delivered unpierced, this shell gives you the freedom to precisely position lugs, throw-off, butt plate, and vent hole. To ensure safe assembly, it is recommended to use a Sparedrum LO16 or LO26 template, as well as "hardwood" drill bits. Always measure and verify the drilling diameters required by your hardware before any operation.
Sound Characteristics
Olive wood is appreciated for its dense grain and sonic identity: a clear attack, a pronounced warmth in the midrange, and a strong presence, while maintaining definition. With a thickness of 5.4 mm and standard 45-degree interior bevels, it achieves a balance between responsiveness and control, suitable for both high, articulate tunings and lower, rounder, deeper tensions.
Technical specifications
| Plies | 6x Olive | Unpierced shell | holes for lugs, throw-off, butt plate, and vent must be drilled |
| Thickness | 5.4mm | Warranty | 5 years |
| Diameter | 13" | Sustainable development | minimizing environmental impact and respecting wood sourcing through continuous process improvement |
| Bevels | Standard 45deg Interior | Option on request | production of special shells (choice of wood, plies, etc.) via your dealer |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does a 13-inch olive snare drum shell produce?
The 6-ply 5.4 mm olive wood favors a sharp attack, warm midrange, and defined presence. The internal 45° round-over edges contribute to a balance between responsiveness and control.
Is the CVL Drums Shells Olivier 13x6.5 shell pre-drilled?
This model is delivered un-drilled. The locations for the lugs, throw-off, butt plate, and vent hole need to be made.
Can this shell be used as a snare or a tom?
Its 13-inch diameter and 6.5-inch depth allow the construction of either a snare drum or a tom. The choice of hardware and drilling placement then determines the final configuration.
What tools should be used to drill a CVL olive shell?
For drilling olive wood, using drill bits designed for hardwood is recommended. A Sparedrum LO16 or LO26 template can secure drilling placement, after verifying hardware-required hole diameters.
What tuning ranges are suitable for a 5.4 mm olive shell?
With its standard internal 45° round-over edges, this shell accommodates high tension for an articulate response as well as lower tension for a round, deep tone.
