The ORIGINAL Worlds 1st INconel Alloy • 6.5x14

The creation of The ORIGINAL Worlds 1st INconel Alloy 

The details

To put it simply it’s all in the Weight, Density and the Alloy’s composition in distinct & exotic metals that make up this material such as large percents of Nickel, Chromium and Iron which further define its sonic characteristics. It’s also the proprietary Precipitation Aged Hardening process this specific INconel Alloy goes through in order to greatly increase the Strength & Density much more so than even a standard INconel Superalloy. Think..... the tonal differences from Domestic Woods compared to Australian timbers and also the tonal differences from Ply shells compared to Solid Steam bent shells. It is much like these comparisons, but in the application of a Metal shell.

The AcoutIN INconel is like blending Stainless, Black Iron & Bell Brass all in ONE......

It is dynamic in articulation & vocality similar to Stainless, but Dry, Focused and tons of up front presence more associated to Black Iron and Bell Brass. It is controlled, dry, sensitive and extraordinarily throaty with more Body and Depth in comparison to Black Iron or Bell Brass which utilize a thick shell construction to generate their power/presence..... whereas INconel, due to its alloy composition achieves such an incomparable degree of INcreased Stength & Density above ALL other metals AND most importantly can be run in a thinner gauge shell to maintain these initial distinctive notes associated w/ cast shells etc., but allow for a broader note and much much more depth in capability. 

The IDEA of INconel

Truly something special in so many ways. The Worlds 1st INconel Superalloy musical instrument of any kind. INconel as I became familiar with it is used as F1 exhaust as opposed to Titanium and/or Stainless due to it's incredibly extreme capabilities from Cryogenic to +1400 F. INconel is know as a Superalloy for many many reasons from it's Corrosion/Oxidation resistance far above Titanium and/or Stainless as well as it's Density/Strength far above ALL Metals, Alloys & Superalloys. INconel is a Nickel alloy blended with Chromium, Iron & Titanium to deliver an alloy suited for extreme environments most importantly including Kinetic energy and it's behavior in such environments. 

A material with a bit of SR-71 & F-35 lineage along with F1 & NASCAR.

The INdepth details

This very extra special INstrument comes from extreme application influence in the best way possible. The idea of INconel began with the thought of what lies ahead in the world of exotic, distINct & bespoke materials used for Sonic purpose. I initially learned of the Superalloy know as INconel from its application in extreme Motorsports such as F1, NASCAR and its use in aftermarket supercar Exhaust systems. The specific application in exhaust delivers an elevation in performance and Tone (Note) of the Engine. To put it simply, if you’d like your V12 Lamborghini to sound as much like an absolutely screaming F1 car then source an ever exclusive INconel exhaust!

With the relation from Material to Sound, it was only a matter of time till it sent me to the drawing board to learn about this distinctive Superalloy. 

The search started in 2018 for the What’s, Why’s and Where’s of INconel. Well to start, it’s an Alloy unlike and incomparable to any other Alloy. 

The composition of a Superalloy

INconel’s primary contributors to its Sonic composition is directly related to the 55% Nickel, 21% Chromium (Chrome) AND its remaining balance being 24% Iron. Let’s leave it nice and simple, this Superalloys is performance based to withstand Cryogenic to +1400 F. temperatures for the life of its application. As for reference, if you ever take a look at the inner workings of the F35 Fighter Jet, approximately 30% of the weight of Engine is comprised of the use of INconel.

There is a small array of differentiated INconel alloys to choose from, but only one was sourced for its individual sonic benefits.

The selection of The ORIGINAL Worlds 1st INconel Alloy began by selecting one with a very unique aging process. INconel in any form doesn’t call for any additional strength or density treatment…..., but it couldn’t hurt could it?...... the specific INconel sourced introduces a Precipitation Age HardenINg process which is Gamma Double Prime Strengthened forming small crystals that inhibit slip and creep issues at extremely elevated temperatures. This process takes one of the worlds most temperature resistant and highly strengthened materials AND further increases every aspect of its performance in Strength, Density, Corrosion & Temperature resistance. 

Utilizing this incredible material is certainly unique, bespoke & unlike anything else. A genuine step forward in Rare, Exotic & Innovative materials added to the world of percussion.

The Finish

All Acoutin shells are sourced as RAW, Unprotected Sheets that are hand crafted from start to finish. These shells are meant to be completed as Untouched & Unaltered pure RAW finishes allowing the shell to speak their distinctive voice that is undiluted and expressive to their inherent character of the alloy. The visual result is of an industrial aesthetic that is natural and unaltered from the start of crafting through its completion as a musical instrument. These shells bare ALL markings from the natural production process of Sheet Production, Rolling, Welding and hand crafted Bearing Edges & Snare Beds. These beautifully crafted RAW shells deliver a natural sonic response similar to a Raw Lathed and Unpolished cymbal full of rich character and depth in musical tone.

SPEC’s

• Size: 6.5x14 OR 8x14 
• Finish: RAW INconel shell (Bares ALL markings from natural production process)
• (8) Chrome Over Machined Brass Laser Etched Acoutin Custom Lugs
• Acoutin Custom 24k Gold Plated Cast Badge
• Remo Coated Ambassador
• 2.3mm Triple Flanged Hoops
• 42 Strand Snare Wires
• AHEAD Soft Case

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