Designed in collaboration with renowned educator Steve Fidyk, the Swing model measures just under a 7A in the grip. This model has a "double taper", meaning that it is slightly thicker towards the middle of the stick than in the grip and then finishes with a very quick and thin taper. This produces a stick that possesses great sensitivity and exceptionally fast rebound. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .535"
Crafted to the same manufacturing standards as Zildjian Cymbals and guaranteed straight. 7A Natural - Slim profile for light touch and great articulation. Wood or nylon tip 6A Natural - Round bead and extremely centered balance. Wood or nylon Tip Jazz Natural - Small teardrop bead for a range of refined cymbal sounds. Wood or nylon tip. 5A Natural - Our most popular model. Full-size oval tip produces full tone. Wood or nylon tip. Absolute Rock - Dual butt-end for More Info »
Vater XD-5A – Xtreme Design Series American Hickory Sticks
The Vater Vater XD-5A is an American hickory stick that falls between a traditional 5A and 5B in the grip, with a heavier taper for solid feel. Well balanced, weighted and responsive with a rounded barrel-style wood tip or nylon tip. The Xtreme Design Series models have been designed to meet the great demand of drummers who have been asking for stick models in between the very popular Vater Power 5A, Power 5B and the Rock model. Available in More Info »
The Vater "Fatback" 3A features a sturdy shoulder and neck with a rounded barrel tip for volume. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .59"
Vater Traditional 7A American Hickory Drumsticks are dubbed “traditional” because they are longer and have a different tip shape than standard 7A's in the industry. This classic style 7A has a great feel for lighter playing. The small acorn tip delivers full cymbal and drum sounds without being overbearing. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 15.5" Diameter = .540"
Vic Firth MT1A-S Corpsmaster Multi-Tenor Mallets feature a nylon head with a curved playing surface for ultra-staccato sounds on an extra-heavy gauge aluminum shaft for increased power and durability, with "anti-buzz" rubber grips. Head = 1.25" x .5" Length = 14.5"
Comfortable to the 5A player, Vater Power 5A Sugar Maple Sticks have 1/2" more length for extra reach and weight. Also available in American Hickory. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16.5" Diameter = .58"
Featuring a rounded oval style tip for full tones and fast attack from around the drumkit, Vater 5A Sugar Maple Sticks are great for any musical style. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .57"
Beefed up neck diameter for power and durability. Acorn style tip for broad, full sounds. Vater 5B Sugar Maple Sticks are very responsive. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .605"
Vater Blazer Sugar Maple Sticks feature a gentle taper to a triangular shaped tip. Excellent balance for intricate playing. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16.125" Diameter = .61"
Slightly under a 2B in the grip with a refined round head for volume and attack. Vater Concert Sugar Maple Sticks are big sticks without a lot of weight. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16.5" Diameter = .63"
Very well balanced stick. Heavier toward the tip for fast attack and response on drums. The unfinished American Hickory of Vater's Nude Series Sticks leaves a comfortable sanded grip that is perfect for drummers who have problems with stick slippage due to hand sweat while performing. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .57"
The Vater "Fusion" is between a 5A & 5B in grip with a small round tip for cymbal clarity. The unfinished American Hickory stick leaves a comfortable sanded grip that is perfect for drummers who have problems with stick slippage due to hand sweat while performing. Also available in Sugar Maple and American Hickory Laquer Finish. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .58"
The Vater "Fusion" is between a 5A & 5B in grip with a small round tip for cymbal clarity. Also available in Sugar Maple and Nude Series. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .58"
Vater American Hickory “Los Angeles” 5A Drumsticks
The Vater "Los Angeles" 5A is a very well balanced stick. Heavier toward the tip for fast attack and response on drums. Also available in Sugar Maple, Nude Series, Eternal Black and Color Wrap. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16" Diameter = .57"
Vic Firth Metal American Classic Hickory Series Drumsticks in Wood and Nylon Tip
Vic Firth Metal American Classic Hickory Drumsticks feature an oval tip and are a bit longer in length for extra reach and power. Turned from select hickory. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 17" Diameter = .635"
Vic Firth X5A American Classic Hickory Series Drumsticks in Wood and Nylon Tip
Vic Firth X5A American Classic Hickory Drumsticks are turned from select hickory and feature a tear drop tip for rich cymbal sounds. The "X" stands for "Extreme"! Made for the Vic Firth 5A player who wants more power and reach. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16.5" Diameter = .565"
Vic Firth X5B American Classic Hickory Series Drumsticks in Wood and Nylon Tip
Vic Firth X5B American Classic Hickory Drumsticks feature a tear drop tip. Turned from select hickory, they're ideal for rock‚ band and practicing too! The "X" stands for "Extreme"! Made for the Vic Firth 5B player who wants more power and reach. Available in wood or nylon tip. Length = 16.5" Diameter = .595"