Sticks

Length 16" | 40.64 cm Grip 0.605" | 1.55 cm

Increased neck diameter for less neck breakage. Versatile profile balances power & finesse.

Length 16 1/2"  | 41.91 cm

Grip 0.580"  |   1.47 cm

Lenght 16" | 40.64 cm Grip 0,580" | 1.47 cm

Between a 5A and 5B grip with a small round tip. Great sounds on ride cymbal.

Goodwood rock wood tip

This classic 5A of American Goodwood is very well balanced. The 5A is a bit heavier at the tip for quick attack and response on drums. Made of American Hickory with a wooden tip

Length 16" | 40,64 cm Grip 0.750" | 1.90 cm

This classic 5A of American Goodwood is very well balanced. The 5A is a bit heavier at the tip for quick attack and response on drums. Made of American Hickory with a nylon tip

Length 16"  |   40.64 cm

Grip 0.500"  |   1.27 cm

Length 16" |  40.64 cm

Grip 0.500" |  1.27 cm

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.375" | 0.95cm. "Great balance, great feel, it doesn't get better than that." - David Leach

Length16" | 40.64cm  Grip 0.437" | 1.11cm. Timbale 7/16 Hickory

Same 3 inch Stick Shield™ product as is included on our Extended Play Series of sticks, but available separately so that you can apply it yourself to any drumstick model you choose. Stick Shield™ is highly impact resistant and 8X stronger than Steel with maximum tensile strength, to give you amazing durability in the rim shot area

Length 16" | 40.64cm  Grip 0.460" | 1.17cm

The Sazon is a great feeling Timbale stick that measures in between a 7/16" and 1/2" Timbale stick. Perfect for any percussionist. Hickory.

Vater?s self-cohesive thin gauze / mesh style tape helps improve grip and prevent hand fatigue, while still allowing a sense of ?feel?. Each roll is 1 inch wide by 30 feet in length. One roll will wrap approximately 5

Length 13" | 33.02cm Grip 0.520" | 1.32cm. Perfect for little hands. A great way to introduce your little one to the joys of drumming. Wood tip only.

Vater?s self-cohesive thin gauze / mesh style tape helps improve grip and prevent hand fatigue, while still allowing a sense of ?feel?. Each roll is 1 inch wide by 30 feet in length. One roll will wrap approximately 5

Vater's zelfklevende dunne gaas/ tape helpt de grip te verbeteren en handvermoeidheid te voorkomen. Elke rol is 1 inch breed bij 30 voet lang. Een rol kan ongeveer 5 paar stokken wikkelen. Kan ook worden gebruikt om alleen uw vingers te tapen voor extra bescherming tijdens het bespelen van drums en percussie. 

Vater's Stick & Finger Tape is the world's first drum band designed for use on both sticks and fingers. The tape helps prevent blisters and hand fatigue, while still giving a feeling of "feeling" to maximize handiness and grip. In contrast to the commonly used first aid tape, Vater's Stick & Finger Tape will not be pulled out of sticks or fingers because of its self-cohesive design. Vater's tape comes in 5 colors and each roll is 1 inch wide by 30 feet long. One roll will wrap around 5 pairs of sticks.

Length 16 1/8"  |   40.95 cm

Grip 0.580"  |   1.47 cm

Between a 5A and 5B in the grip. A solid feeling drumstick with an acorn style tip that gives the player outstanding rebound from around the drum-kit. A great stick for mid-volume Rock music situations. Hickory.

Cleans and protects any drum shell finish. Vater's Carnauba enriched, easy-to-use, anti-static and pH-balanced formula will give your drums a “like new" protective shine every time without leaving behind a waxy build-up.

The Vater Jingle Ring was designed in collaboration with Jose Medeles (The Breeders / Independent) to offer drummers a new and distinctive piece of accessory. The Jingle Ring is on the top of the drumhead of a snare drum, tom or both. When the drum is hit, you get a unique drum / tambourine sound. If you do not use the Jingle Ring, you can easily store it in your drum case / case. For 16 inch drums.

The Vater Jingle Ring was designed in collaboration with Artist Jose Medeles (The Breeders / Independent) to give drummers a new and different kind of accessory. The Jingle Ring sits right on the top of the drum head on either a snare drum, tom or both and when the drum is hit, it gives a unique drum/tambourine sound. When not in use, you can keep the Jingle Ring right on the drum head inside the drum's case for easy transportation. For 12 inch heads.

The Vater Jingle Ring was designed in collaboration with Jose Medeles (The Breeders / Independent) to offer drummers a new and distinctive piece of accessory. The Jingle Ring is on the top of the drumhead of a snare drum, tom or both. When the drum is hit, you get a unique drum / tambourine sound. If you do not use the Jingle Ring, you can easily store it in your drum case / case. For 13 inch drums.

5A sized in the grip with a gentle taper and an acorn-style bead that puts out great tone from around the drum-kit. A very well balanced, responsive and solid feeling stick. Hickory.

An easy-to-use liquid formula that quickly removes tarnish, dirt and discoloration. It renews, brightens and protects all brands of cymbals in natural or brilliant finishes. Also great to use on copper, brass, chrome aluminum and stainless steel.

Noise Guard pads allow for quiet practice on your drum kit. Each pad is made from non-slip rubber that does not compromise a real sense of rebound.

Noise Guard pads allow for quiet practice on your drum kit. Each pad is made from non-slip rubber that does not compromise a real sense of rebound.

Our linen based Grip Tape is durable, absorbent and dries quickly, while offering a very comfortable grip. Available in Black, Blue, Pink, Red, White and Yellow and is re-usable. Each package contains 4 grips to wrap 2 pairs of sticks. Each grip contains 2 end tapes for extra security on the stick.

Our linen based Grip Tape is durable, absorbent and dries quickly, while offering a very comfortable grip. Is re-usable. Each package contains 4 grips to wrap 2 pairs of sticks. Each grip contains 2 end tapes for extra security on the stick.

Our linen based Grip Tape is durable, absorbent and dries quickly, while offering a very comfortable grip. Is re-usable. Each package contains 4 grips to wrap 2 pairs of sticks. Each grip contains 2 end tapes for extra security on the stick.

Length 16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.570" | 1.45cm. 5A Sized grip. Warm Low tones. Made from Sugar Maple for a lighter touch. "It's taken me years to find what I consider the perfectly weighted stick. I found that in the Vater Teardrop Cymbal Stick. It has great action off the drums and cymbals, which makes for an effortless feel and movement around the whole kit." - Dan Peters [Mudhoney]

Length 16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.540" | 1.37cm. Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing. 

Length16 1/2" | 41.91cm Grip0.570" | 1.45cm

Manufactured in response to consumer requests, the 55AA and 55BB models offer just a little extra reach for the 5A and 5B player's without adding a bunch of weight or compromising the feel of the sticks. Both models feature the classic acorn style tip.

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.540" | 1.37cm. Longer than an average 7A with a small round tip for defined cymbal work. Also available in Sugar Maple. 

"I've been using Vater wood tip 7A's for many years now and have always been happy with their quality and durability. I've found that no other brand holds up quite as long as Vater." - Daren Taylor [The Airborne Toxic Event]

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.580" | 1.47cm. Between a 5A & 5B in grip with a small round tip for cymbal clarity. Also available in Sugar Maple and Nude Series.

Length16 1/8" | 40.96cm Grip 0.570" | 1.45cm. Originally a Vater Player's Design Model, the Matrix remains exactly the same in all dimensions as the previous artist model, just with a new name. The Matrix measures out as a 5A in the grip with a gradual taper to a small barrel tip for extreme cymbal clarity. A very quick feeling stick that is great stick for Jazz, Funk and R&B drumming.
 
 "I've used to struggle with finding the right size for me until I found the Matrix model of Vater's sticks. It's the Perfect length, perfect weight distribution, and perfect barrel tip. I personally feel like this stick was made for me and I've been using them ever since." - Taylor Gordon [Daya]

Length16 1/2" | 41.91cm Grip 0.580" | 1.47cm. Comfortable to the 5A player but with 1/2" extra length for extra reach and weight. Also available in Sugar Maple.

"I'm a hard-hitter, so I need a stick that offers not only durability but consistency. That's why I play Vater Power 5A's, I love it!!!" - Lawrence Breaux [Robin Thicke]

Length15 1/2" | 39.37cm Grip 0.540" | 1.37cm. Dubbed “traditional” because Vater’s 7A is longer and has 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.

Length 16 1/2" |  41.91 cm

Grip 0.605" |  1.54 cm

Same grip diameter as a standard 5B but with a heavier taper than the GS-5A and GS-Fusion for added weight.

Large oval tip, extra weight and long shaft. A beefy stick!

Length 15 1/2" | 39.37 cm

Grip 0.540" | 1.37 cm

Hickory only. Half drumstick, half timbale stick. Wood tip only.

 Length 16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.565" | 1.44cm

5A with an acorn tip for a nice and full sound from drums and cymbals. Solid and responsive model that practically plays itself.

Try them out for yourself and see why that major competitor himself once called them “the finest hickory drum sticks in the world!” in a hand-written letter to the Vater Family which hangs on our wall to this day.

Length 16" | 40.64cm  Grip 0.560" | 1.42cm

• Just under a 5A in the grip with a gradual taper to a smaller sized tip that will make your ride cymbal sing with clarity.

"'Try them out for yourself and see why that major competitor himself once called them “the finest hickory drum sticks in the world!”

"'Try them out for yourself and see why that major competitor himself once called them “the finest hickory drum sticks in the world!”

Length 16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.555" | 1.41cm. A bit bigger than a 7A in the grip. Has a small barrel-shaped bead for defined and articulate cymbal work. Great response from around the drumkit.

Length 16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.640" | 1.63cm. 2B style grip with a long and gradual taper to a small round tip.

Length16 1/2" | 41.91cm Grip0.605" | 1.54cm

Manufactured in response to consumer requests, the 55AA and 55BB models offer just a little extra reach for the 5A and 5B player's without adding a bunch of weight or compromising the feel of the sticks. Both models feature the classic acorn style tip.
 

 "Vater drumsticks on a gig… it doesn't get any better!!!" - Nisan Stewart [Dancining with the Stars / Jamie Foxx]

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.555" | 1.41cm. Small barrel-shaped tip for defined cymbal articulation. Very responsive. Also available in Sugar Maple. 

 "I look for consistency, responsiveness and balance in a drumstick. My Vater 8A's encompass all of these things and more." – Quinton Robinson

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.570" | 1.45cm. Very well balanced stick. Heavier toward the tip for fast attack and response on drums. The unfinished stick leaves a comfortable sanded grip that is perfect for drummers who have problems with stick slippage due to hand sweat while performing.

Length16 1/2" | 41.91cm Grip 0.610" | 1.55cm. Same specs as the popular Power 5B model but with a classic acorn style tip for a full and broader cymbal and drum tone.

"I've been using the Vater 5B For the past 14 years, and couldn't imagine my self playing anything else until now. The Power 5B Acorn have a bit extra length and the weight is distributed perfectly. I've found my new favorite stick" - Gunnar Olsen about the NEW Vater Power 5B Acorn drumstick model.

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.570" | 1.45cm. Comfortable to the traditional 5A player. Small acorn tip for great cymbal and drum sounds. Also available in Sugar Maple.

"I've used Vater Sessions for many years due to the consistency and quality. I am always very confident in using these live or in the studio as they've never let me down! There's nothing better than using a fresh pair live on stage as they feel and respond the way I want every night, every show!" - Matt McGuire [The Chainsmokers]

Length16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.595" | 1.51cm. Sturdy neck and rounded oval style tip. Great for extra volume and attack without excess weight. Also available in Nude Series.

"The Universal is the perfect model for me to use because they are a bit thinner than the 5B and it is a durable stick so I don't have to worry about breaking them every time I play!" - Jessica Bowen [The Summer Set]

"I just started playing the Vater Universal model and it's become my go to stick for everything from feather touch jazz drumming to ridiculously fast punk beats. Great weight and that sturdy neck takes a beating." - Jamie Miller [Bad Religion]

Length 16" |  40.64 cm

Grip 0.500  |  1.27 cm

The new BeBop series are smaller grip sized models that are perfect for lower volume or Jazz settings. The 500 models come in under a 7A in the grip. The quick taper produces a fast rebound with a small tip size for a clean ride cymbal tone. Maple will offer even more of a lighter touch and slightly warmer cymbal tone.

Length 16"   |   40.64 cm

Grip 0.540"  |   1.37 cm

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter playing.

Length 16" | 40.64 cm

Grip 0.570" |  1.45 cm

Comfortable to the traditional 5A player. Small acorn tip for great cymbal and drum sounds.

Lenght 16" | 40.64cm Grip 0.550" | 1.40cm. The new BeBop series are smaller grip sized models that are perfect for lower volume or Jazz settings. The 500 and 525 models come in under a 7A in the grip. The quick taper produces a fast rebound with a small tip size for a clean ride cymbal tone. All three models available in Hickory and Maple. Maple will offer even more of a lighter touch and slightly warmer cymbal tone. Also available in a Hickory version.

Length 16 1/8" | 40.96cm Grip 0.560" | 1.42cm. Just under a 5A in grip size. Barrel shaped tip combines broad, dynamic tone range with super balance and feel. Also available in a hickory version.

Length16 1/2" | 41.91cm Grip0.605" | 1.54cm

Manufactured in response to consumer requests, the 55AA and 55BB models offer just a little extra reach for the 5A and 5B player's without adding a bunch of weight or compromising the feel of the sticks. Both models feature the classic acorn style tip.

 "Vater drumsticks on a gig… it doesn't get any better!!!" - Nisan Stewart [Dancining with the Stars / Jamie Foxx]