Iconic Orchestral “Crack” Effects Await
When it comes to percussion section effects, Sweetwater’s Band and Orchestra department regularly recommends the quality craftsmanship of Black Swamp Percussion products — like this OV-SS overture slapstick. Using two 12mm birch plywood soundboards measuring 20 inches x 4 inches each, the OV-SS overture slapstick produces that unmistakable whip-crack effect that’s perfect for concert compositions. Each board also features offsetting air vents, enabling the distinct tone of the slapstick to project easily to the back of auditoriums. Fitted with solid maple handles and a heavy-gauge hinge to promote smooth and speedy operation in perfect time, percussionists of all experience levels will revel in the OV-SS’s professional-grade playability. Best of all, this slapstick’s strong, plied construction is resistant to warping, ensuring a flat and consistent playing tone. From intense passages to holiday classics like "Sleigh Ride," the Black Swamp Percussion OV-SS overture slapstick has that orchestral “crack” you're looking for!
Black Swamp Percussion OV-SS Features:
- Achieve that legendary orchestral "crack" tone heard across standards like "Sleigh Ride"
- 12mm birch plywood soundboards measuring 20 in. x 4 in. provide that classic woody sonic foundation
- Offset air vents allow for optimal projection to be heard across large spaces
- Solid maple handles and a heavy-duty hinge promise flawless playability for all players
- Engineered to resist warping
