Vater

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Vater is one of the world's oldest drum stick manufacturing companies. The company was founded by Alan and Ron Vater, who's grandfather, Jack Adams, opened Jack's Drum Shop in Boston in the 1940's. The reputation of these hand crafted drumsticks spread among the area's top drummers, and soon famous drummers like Philly Joe Jones and Buddy Rich were seeking out these special sticks. Now 50 years later, the Vater Family expands on the family tradition by offering some of the finest drumsticks in the world!

Besides drumsticks, Vater also makes a variety of drumsticks, timpani, marimba and vibe mallets, brushes, specialty sticks and accessories. Quality, craftsmanship, pride, and hands-on production... started by Jack, perfected by Clarry, and carried into the new millennium by Alan and Ron Vater and a team of dedicated craftsmen. Drummers endorsing Vic Firth sticks include Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), David Silveria (Korn), Ben Gillies (Silverchair), Mike Chiplin (Lostprophets), David Buckner (Papa Roach), Virgil Donati (Planet X/Independent), Morgan Rose (Sevendust ), Josh Freese (A Perfect Circle) & Rodney Holmes (Steve Kimock/Independent) and many more!

Vater offers the basic sizes of sticks; 7A, 5A, 5B, 2B, 8A, 1A, and Rock. However, they also offer more creative sizes made for the in-between people, such as:

• • 1A L=17" D=.590"
  • Power 5B L=16.5" D=.610"
  • Universal L=16 1/4" D=.595"
  • New Orleans Jazz L=16" D=.555"

Vater also offer a wide range of "Player's Design" sticks! These sticks are signature artist sticks. Including:

• • David Silveria's DSK Tour L=16" D=.590"
  • Morgan Rose's Alien Freak L=16" D=.610"
  • John Blackwell’s Jia Angel L=16 1/8" D=.570"
  • The Stewart Copeland Standard L=16" D=.555"
  • Chad Smith's Funk Blaster L=16" D=.605"
  • Virgil Donati's Assault L=16 3/8" D=.625"
  • Ben Gillies Heartbeater L=16 1/8" D=.580"

All the sizes are also available in nylon tips. There are also many more to choose from. Vater also manufactures silence mutes, stick bags, drink holders and other accesories.