Sugar Maple 7A

VSM7AW / VSM7AN

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

Manhattan 7A

VH7AW / VH7AN

Longer than an average 7A with a small round tip for defined cymbal work. Also available in Sugar Maple.

Traditional 7A

VHT7AW / VHT7AN

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.

7A Stretch

VH7AS

A long version of a traditional 7A for some extra reach. Small Acorn tip for warm cymbal tones. Great for a variety of drumming applications.

Sugar Maple Super Jazz

VSMSJW

A Maple version of Vater's popular Super Jazz model for a lighter feel. Jazz Style grip, under a 5A, with a little extra length and long taper. Also available in a hickory version.

Studio 2

VHS2W

Longer than an average 7A with a small round tip for defined cymbal work. Also available in Sugar Maple.

Super Jazz

VHSJW

Jazz-style grip with a little extra length. "Quick" feeling stick. Also available in Sugar Maple.

Cymbal Stick Ball

VMCBW

Cymbal Stick Ball 5A sized grip. Bright Ping tones. Made from Sugar Maple for a lighter touch.

Sugar Maple Session

VSMSEW

Comfortable to the traditional 5A player. Small acorn tip for great cymbal and drum sounds.Also available in a hickory version.

Nude 5A

VHN5AW / VHN5AN

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.

5A Stretch

VH5AS

Same grip as a standard 5A, but longer for some extra reach around the kit. Small Acorn tip for warm cymbal tones. A very versatile stick model in size.

Extended Play Series 5A

VEP5AW / VEP5AN

The Vater R&D Team introduces a new innovation in drumsticks that guarantees increased durability and no breakage due to wear in the rimshot area. For the past 14 months, Vater has been working on what is now called the Extended Play™ Series.

Color Wrap 5A Red Sparkle

VCR5AW / VCR5AN

The eye-catching wraps themselves are high density without compromising the feel, weight and balance of the stick. Perfect for drummers looking to add an exciting visual aspect to their playing.

Eternal Black 5A

VHEB5AW / VHEB5AN

Very well balanced stick. Heavier toward the tip for fast attack and response on drums.

5A Los Angeles 5A

VH5AW / VH5AN

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.

Sugar Maple 5A

VSM5AW / VSM5AN

Features a rounded oval style tip for full tones and fast attack from around the drumkit. Great for any musical style.

Cymbal Stick Acorn

VMCAW

5A sized grip. Full and Fat tones. Made from Sugar Maple for a lighter touch.

Fusion™ Acorn

VHFAW

A new tip on an iconic stick... The Fusion Acorn is the same design as the classic Vater Fusion but with an acorn tip for a warmer cymbal and drum tone.

Power 5A

VHP5AW / VHP5AN

Comfortable to the 5A player but with 1/2" extra length for extra reach and weight. Also available in Sugar Maple.

Nude Fusion™

VHNFW / VHNFN

Between a 5A & 5B in grip with a small round tip for cymbal clarity.

Fatback 3A

VH3AW / VH3AN

Sturdy shoulder and neck with a rounded barrel tip for volume.

Nude 3A

VHN3AW

Sturdy shoulder and neck with a rounded barrel tip for volume. Wood tip only. The unfinished sticks leave a comfortable sanded grip that is perfect to prevent drumsticks from slipping from sweaty hands during a performance.

Power 3A

VHP3AW / VHP3AN

A longer version of the top-selling 3A model for added reach and ability to "choke up" on the stick.

Extended Play™ Series MV8

VEPMV8

These extremely durable drumsticks have two distinct features to help address issues of common wear and tear on a player's drumsticks. The first feature is a pearl-colored, specially formulated durable finish that protects the tip and shoulder area of the stick from early chipping and cracking.

Retractable Wire Brush

VWTR

Sturdy pull-rod with round end. Wide range or brush spread adjustment.

Monster Wood Brush

VBMW

The Monster Wood Brush features the same nylon bristles as in the Monster Brush and Little Monster, just placed in a traditional brush arrangement. The bristles give a funky and textured "swish" sound and great backbeat accents.The wood handle grip is a 5A sized diameter.

Little Monster Brush

VBLM

A smaller diameter version of the original Monster Brush for a lighter feel and weight.

Cajon Brush

VCS

A great sounding brush/stick element for use on Cajón drums and world drumming instruments. Made of wavy polymer strands for a great sound.

Concert Ensemble Medium Hard Marimba Mallet

V-CEM40MH

Birch / Medium Hard / 100% Wool Yarn / Dark Blue.

Concert Ensemble Soft Marimba Mallet

V-CEM10S

Birch / Soft / 100% Wool Yarn / Dark Blue.

Concert Ensemble Medium Marimba Mallet

V-CEM31M

Birch / Medium / Full Oval Head / 100% Wool Yarn / Dark Blue

Concert Ensemble Hard Rubber Xylophone Mallet

V-CEXB52RH

Birch / Hard / 1 1/8" Rubber Head / Black

Chop Builder 12" Single Split Surface Practice Pad

VCB12S2

Vater Chop Builder Pads are designed to offer a pad that is suitable for a drummer's personal practice needs. 12 inch split practicing surface is set up so that half of the pad surface is soft rubber and the other half is hard rubber. Reverse side features a non-skid rubber base.

Complete Rock Pack Noise Guard

VNGCRP

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.

Chop Builder 6" Hard Single Side Practice Pad

VCB6H

Vater Chop Builder Pads are designed to offer a pad that is suitable for a drummer's personal practice needs. 6 inch Hard practicing surface really helps you hear your sticking. Reverse side features an 8mm screw to mount on a cymbal stand and a non-skid rubber base.

Noise Guard 14" Pad

VNG14

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.

Rock Pack Noise Guard

VNGRP

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.
Includes: 12", 13", 14", 16"

Chop Builder 6" Soft Single Side Practice Pad

VCB6S

Vater Chop Builder Pads are designed to offer a pad that is suitable for a drummer's personal practice needs. 6 inch Soft practicing surface. Reverse side features an 8mm screw to mount on a cymbal stand and a non-skid rubber base.

Chop Builder 12" Soft Single Side Practice Pad

VCB12S

Vater Chop Builder Pads are designed to offer a pad that is suitable for a drummer's personal practice needs. 12 inch soft practicing surface. Reverse side features a non-skid rubber base.

Chop Builder 12" Double Sided Practice Pad

VCB12D

Chop Builder Pads are designed to offer a pad that is suitable for a drummer's personal practice needs. 12 inch double-sided pad. Hard on one side and soft on the other.

NoiseGuard Complete Fusion Pack

VNGCFP

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.
Includes: 10", 12", 14", 14", Bass Drum

Workout Practice Pad

VWP

The Workout Pad is a hard rubber practice tool that provides a natural feel and rebound. Includes 8mm thread to mount on cymbal stand. The 8" diameter makes it convenient for travel. Perfect for the beginning drum student.

Cymbal Pack 2 Noise Guard

VNGCP2

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.
Includes: (2)Crash, (2)Crash/Ride, (1)Hi-Hat

Rock Pack Noise Guard

VNGRP

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.
Includes: 12", 13", 14", 16"

Noise Guard Bass Drum Pad

VBDNG

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes. Bass Drum Pad is one size fits all.

Cymbal Pack 1 Noise Guard

VNGCP1

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 Guards are available in pre-packs and individual sizes.
Includes: (1)Crash, (1)Crash/Ride, (1)Hi-Hat

Drum Polish

VDP

A Dealer 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.

Multi Pair Stick Holder

VSHM

Vater's Stick Holders feature a unique clamp-style fastening system and is adjusted by an easy to turn knob. Depots on both the Single Pair and Multi-Pair Holders are adjustable for infinite angle adjustment of the sticks. Because of the fastening system, you won't find Vater's Stick Holders falling off your cymbal stands, which is a very common problem with other brands' Stick Holders.

Slick Nut Cymbal Fastener

VSNB

Unlike the traditional wing nut, the Slick Nut doesn't need to be threaded on or off and won't loosen or fall off while you play. Simply hold in the fastening button, put Slick Nut on cymbal stand to desired tightness and release button. The Slick Nut can also be used as a theft deterrent by simply tightening the hex set screw on the side of the body. This makes the Slick Nut non-removable, a great feature for drummers who have to leave their drum kits unattended for a period of time.

StickMate Shaker

VSMS

You’ll definitely want to add these to your stick bag! The StickMate Tambourine and Shaker models slide right on to your stick, brushes and mallets to give you added sound effects while playing, They’re made of lightweight polymer and the low profile won’t interfere with your playing. There’s a cut out in the handle for your thumb to rest in and contact the stick. You can easily put it on and take it off, or tape it on to the grip for extended usage. Patent Pending.

Ear Plugs

VSAS

Ear Protection for all musicians. Includes two filter styles for different levels of hearing protection. Also includes case for safe storing when not in use.

Drink Holder

VDH

Vater's Drink Holder features the same metal design and fastening system as their popular stick holders for supreme durability. The Drink Holder has an inside diameter of 3 1/2", large enough for most drinks, cups, and sports bottles and securely fastens to cymbal stands with an easy-to-turn knob.

Buzz Kill

VBUZZ

Easy to use drum/cymbal gel dampening system to control unwanted over ring and tone. Can be easily cut to achieve the desired amount of dampening whether using it live or in the studio. Buzz Kill is super-tacky, so it can be used on both batter and resonant heads. Reusable and can be easily cleaned with water when dirty. Each Buzz Kill pack comes with 6 Buzz Kill gels.

Stick Shield

VSS

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.

Single Pair Stick Holder

VSHS

Vater's Stick Holders feature a unique clamp-style fastening system and is adjusted by an easy to turn knob. Depots on both the Single Pair and Multi-Pair Holders are adjustable for infinite angle adjustment of the sticks. Because of the fastening system, you won't find Vater's Stick Holders falling off your cymbal stands, which is a very common problem with other brands' Stick Holders.

Tech Pack

VTP

The Tech Pack from Vater is a first-aid kit for the working drummer, and contains the essentials to keep your kit up and running through the toughest of gigs.Tech Pack includes:1 Drumkey, 6 Snare Drum Strainer Cords, 2 Hi-Hat Clutch Felts6 Cymbal Felts, 4 T-Style Wing Nuts, 10 Tension Rod Washers, 1 Bass Drum Head Patch.

Buzz Kill Extra Dry

VBUZZXD

Easy to use drum/cymbal gel dampening system to control unwanted over ring and tone. Can be easily cut to achieve the desired amount of dampening whether using it live or in the studio. Buzz Kill is super-tacky, so it can be used on both batter and resonant heads. Reusable and can be easily cleaned with water when dirty. Buzz Kill Extra Dry features more weight and mass, which makes it an ideal choice for larger drums. Great for getting that funky, super-flat snare drum sound.

Cymbal Polish

VCP

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.

StickMate Tambourine

VSMT

You’ll definitely want to add these to your stick bag! The StickMate Tambourine and Shaker models slide right on to your stick, brushes and mallets to give you added sound effects while playing, They’re made of lightweight polymer and the low profile won’t interfere with your playing. There’s a cut out in the handle for your thumb to rest in and contact the stick. You can easily put it on and take it off, or tape it on to the grip for extended usage. Patent Pending.

Practice Tips

VTIPS

Vater Practice Tips are made of a durable and pliable rubber material, so that they can easily be put over the tips of any drumsticks. They provide a quick and easy way for drummers to quietly practice anywhere they may be without having to carry a heavy practice pad with them. They can also be used while playing acoustic drums for a unique tonal option with reduced volume as well as on electronic drumsets for less attack on the pads. 2 pairs included.

Tacky Sack

VTS

Provides extra gripping power, Absorbs moisture,Firm grip, more control.A grip enhancing rosin powder that absorbs moisture and provides added control of your drumsticks while performing in humid and sweaty conditions. Gently “clap” your hands on the Tacky Sack to apply rosin powder to your palms. Cord included to hang Tacky Sack from your snare drum, stick bag, hardware etc.

Hard Felt Bass Drum Beater

VBF

Made from the finest materials available.
Hard Steel Shaft
Perm-lock Safety Nut
Ball Balanced for Speed

Red Wood Bass Drum Beater

VBRW

Made from the finest materials available.
Hard Steel Shaft
Perm-lock Safety Nut
Ball Balanced for Speed

Natural Wood Bass Drum Beater

VBNW

Made from the finest materials available.
Hard Steel Shaft
Perm-lock Safety Nut
Ball Balanced for Speed

Long Range Bomber Bass Drum Beater

VBLRB

The Vintage Bomber was designed in collaboration with Otis Brown III, drummer for Jazz Great Joe Lovano. The Vintage Bomber was conceived and designed to replicate the soft but boomy bass drum tones of the great jazz era. The Vintage Bomber's cork center is wrapped with a soft and puffy synthetic covering and is reminiscent in look, feel and sound to the original lamb's wool beaters from decades ago.

Poly Ball Bass Drum Beater

VBPY

Made from the finest materials available.
Hard Steel Shaft
Perm-lock Safety Nut
Ball Balanced for Speed

Cow Bell Beater

VBCB

Made from the finest materials available.
Hard Steel Shaft
Perm-lock Safety Nut
Ball Balanced for Speed

Vintage Bomber Bass Drum Beater

VBVB

The Vintage Bomber was designed in collaboration with Otis Brown III, drummer for Jazz Great Joe Lovano. The Vintage Bomber was conceived and designed to replicate the soft but boomy bass drum tones of the great jazz era. The Vintage Bomber's cork center is wrapped with a soft and puffy synthetic covering and is reminiscent in look, feel and sound to the original lamb's wool beaters from decades ago.