Showcasing audio products – with a coating as professional as your sound
As an industry leader in high-quality ceramic coatings for the automotive, electronics, sports and fitness, and aerospace sectors, it is nothing unusual for Cerakote to take on projects that come with their own unique challenges.
In other words, we protect and enhance the things that matter most to you.
And the music industry is no exception.
That’s why our focus is on developing an easy-to-apply ceramic coating that places your microphone and other equipment exactly where it belongs: front and center, without a single scratch. Unlike many other coating materials, Cerakote is the only ceramic coating that can guarantee thousands of hours of operation without requiring multiple time-consuming and costly application steps.
Performance characteristics of Cerakote coatings
The ceramic coatings from Cerakote offer a range of outstanding properties for various applications in the field of Music & Audio.
Abrasion and Scratch Resistant
The coatings from Cerakote are extremely resistant to mechanical wear, such as impacts and scratches. Now the tour can begin.
Color selection and durability
With over 100 different colors, creativity knows no bounds. And the best part: even after the wildest performances, the color stays just as it should.
Corrosion Resistance
The coatings from Cerakote effectively protect the surfaces of microphones or other equipment from rust and corrosion.
Chemical Resistance
Cerakote coatings are themselves resistant to aggressive cleaning and detergent agents.
Liability
Cerakote ceramic coatings adhere to almost all surfaces, such as steel, aluminum, titanium, carbon fiber, polymers, and other surfaces.
Thin-film ceramic coating
With a layer thickness of only 6-50 µm, Cerakote coatings are ideal for parts with very tight tolerances, such as threads.
Application possibilities in the field of Music & Audio
Cerakote ceramic coatings can be used for various solutions. These include:
Ultralight Coating
The thin-layer application of Cerakote allows for a significant weight reduction compared to other paints and powder coatings.
Thin-film technology
Cerakote has a thin coating thickness of only 6-50 µm. This makes the paint ideal for all parts of the bicycle where low weight and tight tolerances are important.
Liability
Cerakote can be used on any non-rubberized surface and can therefore be applied to virtually all materials.
Unique
Cerakote offers unlimited color options for all parts of the bow. By combining different colors or laser-etching patterns, creativity knows no bounds.
Image: "A limited edition Lauten microphone created to benefit cancer research, support, and treatment, featuring a custom Cerakote color."
Diversity that sets the tone
Whether matte "Graphite Black" for discreet stage use or striking "Zombie Green" as a statement – Cerakote offers hundreds of color options. The finish remains permanently brilliant and does not fade thanks to UV stability. From solid classic colors to complex metallic effects or camouflage patterns, every design vision can be realized without compromising acoustic performance.
Perfect Fit
Cerakote is an ultra-thin ceramic coating designed for applications with the tightest tolerances. With a layer thickness of only 6 to 50 µm, fine details, threads, and engravings remain perfectly preserved. This feature guarantees maximum protection without compromising the fit or function of precise audio components.
Durability
Musicians and sound engineers know: excellent sound is only half the battle. The equipment must withstand the rigors of touring while looking flawless. Cerakote offers exactly that – an extremely durable ceramic coating that protects your microphones, amplifiers, and audio hardware from scratches, corrosion, and wear.
Why Cerakote is Redefining the Industry Standard
In the audio and electronics industry, traditional methods such as anodizing, PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition), or classic coatings have long dominated. However, a direct comparison quickly reveals why leading manufacturers are increasingly switching to Cerakote.
While anodizing is chemically aggressive and can promote material fatigue in aluminum, Cerakote forms a protective layer that does not attack the substrate. Additionally, anodizing processes are often limited to a few colors and suffer from color variations between different batches ("batch-to-batch consistency"). Cerakote, on the other hand, guarantees color consistency with a Delta-E value of under 1 – a crucial advantage for brands that require visual perfection across thousands of units.
Compared to PVD coatings, Cerakote scores not only with significantly lower costs but also with superior corrosion resistance. Tests show that Cerakote provides up to 330 times greater corrosion protection than conventional PVD.
Even compared to powder coatings, which often apply thick layers and can clog fine details like engravings or threads, Cerakote remains unbeatable in precision as a thin layer (6-50 µm). It thus combines the best of both worlds: the extreme protection of an industrial ceramic with the aesthetic finesse demanded by high-end audio equipment – without the environmental burdens or safety risks of outdated processes.
