2014

Mike Fuentes PIERCE THE VEIL

DRUMSTICKS • BRUSHES • • SPECIALTY STICKS • MARCHING • ENSEMBLE • PRACTICE PADS • ACCESSORIES • CLOTHING MANUFACTURING CHOOSING THE RIGHT STICK Vater’s undivided focus is to give you, the , the highest quality sticks, specialty sticks and drum accessories in the world. FOR YOU WITH MIKE JOHNSTON

In your search for the right stick, there’s a lot of models When I picked up Vaters that day, I instantly discovered VATER MANUFACTURING: THE FACTS that are available to you. I spent YEARS endorsing one what I had been missing out on for all those years. It particular model with another company before joining didn’t matter what Vater model I pulled out of that bin, - Vater has several Hickory wood suppliers - Vater's Hickory is stress released which - Only the outer 3"-5" of the Hickory tree Vater. For over a decade, I just thought: “Sticks are they all felt great while having their unique differences. that are exclusive to Vater. They produce is done by slowly raising the temperature is used to make drumsticks. This is the live sticks.” That experience really got me thinking and analyzing dowels based on very specific terms to at the end of the drying cycle for 8 hours. part of the tree which is call the Sap Wood. my stick choice and size. Not only were the Vater sticks It never occurred to me to check out any other models, better quality, but my playing had been somewhat produce the finest quality Hickory for This relieves the stress in the wood and or even brands. It really wasn’t until I started pulling restrained from using a size that really wasn’t drumsticks. produces straight sticks that stay straight. - It takes 16-22 years for a Hickory tree to sticks out of a store bin one day, while helping a new comfortable for me after all. grow before it is harvested for drumstick student pick out his first pair, that I really started to - Hickory only grows in the United States - Vater uses the 2 best Hickory species for production. notice the differences between them all. While doing Trust me, with all the models that Vater makes, there’s and is the best wood in the world to it's drumsticks which are Shell Bark and that I thought: “Maybe the stick I’m using isn’t the right definitely one that’s just right for you. Whether you one for ME?”. currently play Vater or not, explore their product line produce striking tools. (Hammers, Ax Shag Bark Hickory - Each time a Hickory tree is cut, another and experiment with different models. You will find Handles, and yes..drumsticks). Hickory one is planted. New trees are also yourself very pleased with what you discover! absorbs a great amount of shock. - Vater uses a dowel moisture content produced from the Hickory Nuts that specific to "striking" tools (10%-12%). naturally fall from the trees. - The best process to producing very white Some of Vater's major competitors use Thickness Hickory is to use low temperatures when a moisture content known for furniture - USA grown Sugar Maple along with The diameter or thickness of a stick is one of the most crucial parts to choosing a pair of drum sticks for yourself. The diameter of Kiln drying so not to "pink" the wood. The manufacturing (6%-8%). Wood is cellulose Hickory is one of the strongest hardwoods the stick effects the overall weight which in turn effects the volume, strength and . A thicker stick will be heavier and stronger but Kilns start drying at 85 degrees and are fiber and water...... The more water in the world. it will also have a slightly slower rebound off of the drum or the . The added weight will also increase the volume of a given slowly increased but never exceed 105 moisture you extract, the weaker the wood. stroke. A stick with a smaller diameter will be lighter, slightly quieter, and rebound faster. degrees. The more water moisture present (as in - Sugar Maple is now used by many Vater sticks), the stronger the wood. Baseball stars for their bats instead of Ash - The Kiln drying cycle time that produces because of it's strength. Length the best results is 2 1/2 weeks. - Vater produces 85% of it drumsticks from The length of a stick drastically affects the feel of the stick. Although it may not seem like much, a quarter of an inch makes a great Hickory and 15% from Sugar Maple. difference in the reach of the stick as well as the rebound. Taper The taper of a affects the overall balance of the stick. The longer the taper, the quicker the stick will respond off of a cymbal or a drum. The shorter the taper, the stiffer the stick will be and the less the stick will “bounce” off of the kit. The trade out here is strength. The shorter the taper the stronger the stick. Tip The tip of a drum stick impacts the sound more than any other factor. A small tip will give you a bright, clean sound on the . A large tip will produce a warm, full tone. The other option to consider here is nylon vs. wood. Neither is better or worse. If you want a bright, clean sound that will cut through and bass then you want to go with a nylon tip. If you want a warmer, natural tone that will blend in with the surrounding sounds then you want to go with a wood tip. TEARDROP BARREL BALL Produce rich, dark tones Tips produce a full punchy Tips produce a clean, bright and with focused lows. sound. Great for louder articulate sound. Check out our factory tour video on YouTube! volume situations. YouTube.com/VaterPercussionUSA ACORN OVAL NYLON Produce a full, fat sound. Tips produce a broad, mid Tips produce a brighter sound Very responsive. range sound due to tip than wood tip models. More and the environment length. durable than wood tips. All wood shavings left behind from manufacturing are used by Vater has chosen a waste disposal contractor that is animal farms local to the Vater factory. Once used at the farms, committed to recycling. Recyclable goods are separated and Wood Types they are then re-used for compost. sent for recycling at their sorting facility. HICKORY MAPLE Hickory is the most popular wood choice for drumsticks due to it’s Maple is a lighter wood that produces a very fast stick with warm sound and durability. Hickory is a great choice for all styles higher pitched tones. Due to it’s lightness maple is a perfect of music. choice for someone who is looking for a thicker stick without the UNMATCHED QUALITY GUARANTEE extra weight. Vater guarantees their drumsticks to be straighter, more consistent and of higher quality than all other leading drumstick manufacturers. Vater's Nylon tips are guaranteed not to fall off, crack or break for the performance life span of the drumstick. 100% of Vater’s drumsticks With all of this insight on what differs one pair of sticks from another, there is still one question you are manufactured in the USA. All Vater Drumsticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis. need to ask yourself before making a decision: How does it feel in your hand? You will know when you’ve found the right stick because it will feel like a natural extension of your body. 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Page 04 VATER.COM Page 05 AMERICAN HICKORY American Hickory dowels have to meet very strict quality characteristics to be made into a Vater drumstick. Vater only uses dowels that have a specific moisture content, straightness and grain structure to in-turn, produce a higher quality drumstick. Models arranged by diameter

Power 3A NEW Heartbeater NEW Sweet Ride 52nd St. Jazz Los Angeles 5A 5A Stretch 55AA Session L 16 5/8" • 42.23cm L 16 1/8" • 40.95cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm L. 16 1/2 • 41.91cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .600" • 1.52cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .530" • 1.35cm D .530" • 1.35cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm Wood VHP3AW Nylon VHP3AN VHHBW VHSRW VH52JW Wood VH5AW Nylon VH5AN VH5AS VH55AA VHSEW A longer version of the top-selling 3A Between a 5A and 5B in the grip. A Extra small round tip produces Named after the legendary street in Very well balanced stick. Heavier toward Same grip as a standard 5A, but longer Offers just a little extra reach for the 5A Comfortable to the traditional 5A player. model for added reach and ability to solid feeling drumstick with an acorn outstanding clarity on cymbals. Manhattan and replicated after one of the tip for fast attack and response on for some extra reach around the kit. player without adding a bunch of weight or Small acorn tip for great cymbal and "choke up" on the stick. style tip that gives the player outstanding the early hand-turned Jack’s Drum Shop . Small Acorn tip for warm cymbal tones. compromising the feel of the stick. Features drum sounds. rebound from around the drumkit. A Models this design is straight out of the A very versatile stick model in size. the classic acorn style tip. great stick for mid-volume great Jazz and Big Band era. The long and situations. flat oval tip produces warm and broad tones with full-bodied drum sounds. The quick taper gives it a great feel and response.

Studio Swing Traditional 7A Manhattan 7A Matrix Excel Jazz Ride Phat Ride L 15 7/8" • 40.32cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 15 1/2" • 39.37cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/8" • 40.96cm L 15 1/4" • 38.74cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .530" • 1.35cm D .535" • 1.36cm D .540" • 1.37cm D .540" • 1.37cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .575" • 1.46cm D .575" • 1.46cm D .580" • 1.47cm VHSW Wood VHSWINGW Nylon VHSWINGN Wood VHT7AW Nylon VHT7AN Wood VH7AW Nylon VH7AN VHMTRXW VHELW VHJZRW VHPTRW Barrel-shaped tip gives a full sound Designed in collaboration with renowned Dubbed “traditional” because Vater’s 7A Longer than an average 7A with a small The Matrix measures out as a 5A in Shorter stick with a barrel-shaped tip Slightly over a 5A in the grip. Long taper Quick taper to a medium-sized round without overwhelming volume. Just educator Steve Fidyk, the Swing model is longer and has a different tip shape round tip for defined cymbal work. the grip with a gradual taper to a small and quick taper. Great for getting around to a small teardrop tip for a great ride tip produces a clean sound on ride under a 7A in grip size. has a “double taper”, meaning that it is than standard 7A’s in the industry. barrel tip for extreme cymbal clarity. A the kit quickly. cymbal sound, response and definition. cymbals. Very versatile and playable stick slightly thicker towards the middle of the This classic style 7A has a great feel very quick feeling stick that is great stick with great balance. stick than in the grip and then finishes for lighter playing. The small acorn tip for Jazz, Funk and R&B drumming. with a very quick and thin taper. This delivers full cymbal and drum sounds produces a stick that possesses great without being overbearing. sensitivity and exceptionally fast rebound.

7A Stretch Studio 2 New Orleans Jazz Super Jazz Fusion™ Fusion™ Acorn Power 5A West Side L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm L 15 7/8" • 40.32cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 3/8" • 41.59cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L. 16 5/16" • 41.43cm D .540" • 1.37cm D .550" • 1.40cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .590" • 1.50cm VH7AS VHS2W Wood VHNOJW Nylon VHNOJN VHSJW Wood VHFW Nylon VHFN VHFAW Wood VHP5AW Nylon VHP5AN VHWS A long version of a traditional 7A for Beefier version of the Studio with a grip A defined taper and acorn tip for classic Jazz-style grip with a little extra length. Between a 5A & 5B in grip with a small A new tip on an iconic stick...The Fusion Comfortable to the 5A player but with The West Side is a real unique sounding some extra reach. Small Acorn tip for just under a 5A. feel. "Quick" feeling stick. round tip for cymbal clarity. Acorn is the same design as the classic 1/2" extra length for extra reach and stick. The grip size measures comfortably warm cymbal tones. Great for a variety Vater Fusion but with an acorn tip for a weight. in-between a 5A and 5B. The small of drumming applications. warmer cymbal and drum tone. rounded oval style tip blends right into the neck and taper of the stick for a unique feel and sound dynamic.

8A Pro Rock Recording Hitmaker Fatback 3A 1A DSK Universal L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 1/8" • 40.96cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm L 17" • 43.18cm L 16" • 40.65cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .560" • 1.42cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .590" • 1.50cm D .590" • 1.50cm D .590" • 1.50cm D .595" • 1.51cm VH8AW Wood VHPRW Nylon VHPRN VHRECW VHHITW Wood VH3AW Nylon VH3AN Wood VH1AW Nylon VH1AN VHDSK VHUW Small barrel-shaped tip for defined Slightly under a 5A in the grip with an Nicely sized barrel-shaped tip for broad 5A sized in the grip with a gentle taper Sturdy shoulder and neck with a A lengthy stick with a 5B style grip and A lengthy, but comfortable, stick that Sturdy neck and rounded oval style cymbal articulation. Very responsive. oval tip. and dynamic tones. Superb balance and an acorn-style bead that puts out rounded barrel tip for volume. acorn tip. features a very fast taper for some added tip. Great for extra volume and attack and feel. great tone from around the drum-kit. A weight up top. This allows for a powerful without excess weight. very well balanced, responsive and solid "throw" and solid impact that is perfect for feeling stick. an aggressive drumming style. Page 06 VATER.COM Page 07 AMERICAN HICKORY XTREME DESIGN The Xtreme Design Series models have been designed to meet the great demand of who have been asking for stick models weighted in between the very popular Vater Power 5A/ Power 5B models and the Rock model.

5B 55BB SD9 Power 5B XD-5A XD-5B XD-ROCK L 16" • 40.64cm L. 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .610" • 1.55cm D .610" • 1.55cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .610" • 1.55cm D .630" • 1.60cm Wood VH5BW Nylon VH5BN VH55BB VHSD9W Wood VHP5BW Nylon VHP5BN Wood VXD5AW Nylon VXD5AN Wood VXD5AW Nylon VXD5BN Wood VXDRW Nylon VXDRN Very responsive, comfortable and The 55BB model offers just a little extra Just over a 5B in the grip with an oval Similar grip as 5B but with 1/2" extra Between a traditional 5A and 5B in the grip. Heavier Just over a traditional 5B in the grip Heavier taper for 2B style grip. Heavier taper for solid feel. Well balanced stick with acorn tip. Versatile reach for the 5B sized model player without tip for a full sound. length. The "big brother" to Power 5A. taper for solid feel. Well balanced, weighted and solid feel. Well balanced, weighted and responsive balanced, weighted and responsive with a rounded stick. adding a bunch of weight or compromising responsive with a rounded barrel-style wood tip. with a rounded barrel-style wood tip. barrel-style wood tip. the feel of the stick. Features the classic acorn style tip.

Warrior Punisher Destroyer L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .630" • 1.60cm VXDWW VXDPW VXDDW Just over a 5A in the grip. The slightly heavier taper A slightly bigger version of the Warrior, the Punisher Just over a 2B in the grip with some extra length for a and the rounded barrel style tip gives this stick great is perfect for when you need a bit more volume and bit more reach around the drums. The grip, taper and Power House Rock 2B Shedder playability. Wood Tip Only. weight. Delivers solid rim shots and full tones from extra length make this design a great stick for heavier L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 5/8" • 42.23cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm drums and cymbals. Wood Tip Only. hitting players. Wood Tip Only. D .620" • 1.57cm D .630" • 1.60cm D .635" • 1.61cm D .650" • 1.65cm VHPHW Wood VHRW Nylon VHRN Wood VH2BW Nylon VH2BN VHSHW Large acorn tip and heavy shoulder Full sized barrel tip and long shaft for Oval tip for greater surface contact. Great for warm-up and practice of heavy provides big sound and volume. weight and extra reach. Heavier shoulder and added length for rock playing. Large round barrel-shaped Designed by Virgil Donati. attack & punch. tip. Designed by Virgil Donati. ETERNAL BLACK A series of popular Vater models that are the same in design, but finished with a black stain for a cool visual look.

Hammer Nightstick-2S 3S Junior Sticks L 16" • 40.64cm L 17 1/4" • 43.82cm L 17 1/4" • 43.82cm VMJRW D .570" • 1.45cm D .660" • 1.68cm D .730" • 1.85cm Perfect for little hands. Great way for little VHHW Wood VHNSW Nylon VHNSN Wood VH3SW Nylon VH3SN ones to enjoy drumming. 5A sized grip with double butt end. Large oval tip, extra weight and long A very large and beefy stick. Great for Great for loud and aggressive musical shaft. A beefy stick! drum corps and heavy players. 5A 5B Power 5B situations. L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .610" • 1.55cm Wood VHEB5AW Nylon VHEB5AN Wood VHEB5BW Nylon VHEB5BN Wood VHEBP5BW Nylon VHEBP5BN Very well balanced stick. Heavier toward the tip for Very responsive, comfortable and balanced stick with Similar grip as 5B but with 1/2" extra length. Features fast attack and response on drums. acorn tip. Versatile stick. a large barrel tip for a full sound.

Warrior Punisher Destroyer L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .630" • 1.60cm Wood VHEBWW Nylon VHEBWN Wood VHEBPW Nylon VHEBPN Wood VHEBDW Nylon VHEBDN Just over a 5A in the grip. The slightly heavier taper A slightly bigger version of the Warrior, the Punisher Just over a 2B in the grip with some extra length for a and the rounded barrel style tip gives this stick great is perfect for when you need a bit more volume and bit more reach around the drums. The grip, taper and Chris Dave playability. weight. Delivers solid rim shots and full tones from extra length make this design a great stick for heavier D'ANGELO drums and cymbals. hitting players. CHRIS DAVE PROTOTYPE / VINTAGE BOMBER BEATER / NUDE 5A WOOD RETRACTABLE WIRE BRUSH ROCK WOOD

Page 08 VATER.COM Page 09 COLOR WRAP SUGAR MAPLE The core of the Color Wrap Series is made up of Vater’s extremely popular 5A and 5B models. The Sugar Maple brings out a mature, sweet voice from drums and cymbals. Maple can provide the feel of a big stick eye-catching wraps themselves are high density without compromising the weight and balance without the extra weight of a hickory stick. We offer many of Vater's popular Hickory models in Maple for players of the stick. Perfect for drummers looking to add an exciting visual aspect to their playing. who prefer to use the same model, but change the tone and volume that they get from that model.

Pianissimo Phat Ride Sweet Ride L 16" • 40.64cm NEW L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .635" • 1.61cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .530" • 1.35cm VSMPIANW VSMPTRW VSMSRW Red Sparkle Blue Sparkle Gold Sparkle Great for a variety of applications including Orchestral, In between a 5A and 5B for a comfortable grip. The A touch under a 7A in diameter. Extra small round tip 5A Wood VCR5A 5A Nylon VCR5AN 5A Wood VCB5A 5A Nylon VCB5AN 5A Wood VCG5A 5A Nylon VCG5AN Pit, and Jazz. Maple construction offers a lighter weight quick taper to a medium-sized round tip produces a provides outstanding clarity on ride cymbals. Great for 5B Wood VCR5B 5B Nylon VCR5BN 5B Wood VCB5B 5B Nylon VCB5BN 5B Wood VCG5B 5B Nylon VCG5BN for a stick of it's size. Round tip delivers precise tones. clean sound on ride cymbals. A very versatile stick. jazz drummers.

Purple Optic Silver Optic Black Optic 7A Super Jazz 8A 5A Wood VCP5A 5A Nylon VCP5AN 5A Wood VCS5A 5A Nylon VCS5AN 5A Wood VCBK5A 5A Nylon VCBK5AN L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm 5B Wood VCP5B 5B Nylon VCP5BN 5B Wood VCS5B 5B Nylon VCS5BN 5B Wood VCBK5B 5B Nylon VCBK5BN D .540" • 1.37cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .555" • 1.41cm Wood VSM7AW Nylon VSM7AN VSMSJW VSM8AW Small round tip for highly defined and clean cymbal A Maple version of Vater's popular Super Jazz model A bit bigger than a 7A in the grip. Has a small barrel- tones. Very well balanced stick. Great for jazz or lighter for a lighter feel. Jazz Style grip, under a 5A, with a shaped bead for defined and articulate cymbal work. NUDE SERIES playing. little extra length and long taper. A line of drumsticks with no finish or lacquer. The unfinished sticks leave a comfortable sanded grip that is perfect for drummers who have Recording Session 5A problems with stick slippage due to hand sweat while performing. L 16 1/8" • 40.96cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .560" • 1.42cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm VSMRECW VSMSEW Wood VSM5AW Nylon VSM5AN Just under a 5A in grip size. Barrel shaped tip Comfortable to the traditional 5A player. Small acorn Very well balanced stick that gives full tones and fast combines broad, dynamic tone range with superb tip for great cymbal and drum sounds. attack from around the kit. Very versatile. balance and feel.

Fusion™ Universal 5A 5B Power 5B L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .595" • 1.51cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .610" • 1.55cm Wood VHNFW Nylon VHNFN VHNUW Wood VHN5AW Nylon VHN5AN Wood VHN5BW Nylon VHN5BN Wood VHNP5BW Nylon VHNP5BN Fusion™ Power 5A 5B L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16" • 40.64cm Between a 5A & 5B in grip Sturdy neck and rounded oval Very well balanced stick that Beefed up neck diameter for Similar grip as 5B but with 1/2" D .580" • 1.47cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .605" • 1.54cm with a small round tip for style tip. Great for extra volume gives full tones and fast attack power and durability. Acorn extra length. Features a large Wood VSMFW Nylon VSMFN Wood VSMP5AW Nylon VSMP5AN Wood VSM5BW Nylon VSM5BN cymbal clarity. and attack without excess from around the kit. Very style tip for broad, full sounds. barrel tip for a full sound. Between a 5A and 5B in grip diameter. Very well Comfortable to the 5A player but with 1/2" extra Beefed up neck diameter for power and durability. weight. versatile. Very responsive stick. balanced with a gradual taper and small round tip. length for extra reach and weight. Acorn style tip for broad, full sounds. Very responsive stick. GOSPEL SERIES Power 5B SD9 Blazer™ Vater's Gospel Series consists of three Hickory models designed to meet the feel, weight and volume needs of Gospel drummers. L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm The Gospel Series models measure in at 16.5" for some extra length and three diameters to suit the variety of volume, dynamic and D .610" • 1.55 cm D .610" • 1.55cm D .610" • 1.55cm venues size challenges these drummers face. The round tip provides great cymbal clarity and rebound from around the drumkit. Wood VSMP5BW Nylon VSMP5BN VSMSD9W Wood VSMBW Nylon VSMBN Similar grip as 5B but with 1/2" extra length. Features Just over a 5B in the grip with an oval tip for a full Gentle taper to a triangular shaped tip. Excellent a large barrel tip for a full sound. sound. balance for intricate playing.

GS-5A GS-Fusion™ GS-5B L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .605" • 1.54cm VGS5AW VGSFW VGS5BW Concert Piccolo Just under a traditional 5A but with a 1/2" extra In between a 5A and 5B in the grip like Vater's Same grip diameter as a standard 5B but with a L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16" • 40.64cm length. A comfortable grip size and weight for low to popular Fusion model, but with the extra length that heavier taper than the GS-5A and GS-Fusion for D .630" • 1.60cm D .640" • 1.63cm mid volume situations. Barrel style tip gives this stick the Gospel Series brings. Very responsive and suitable added weight. Wood VSMCW Nylon VSMCN VSMPW great playability. for all applications. Slightly under a 2B in the grip with a refined round 2B style grip with a long and gradual taper to a small Keith Zebroski head for volume and attack. A big stick without a lot round tip for precision and clarity. MIRANDA LAMBERT of weight. POWER 5A WOOD Page 10 VATER.COM Page 11 BEBOP BRUSHES The new BeBop series are smaller grip sized models that are perfect for lower volume or Jazz settings. The 500 and 525 models A well rounded line of brushes that are designed to provide an array of sounds 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 and textures, while maintaining a traditional brush feel in your hands. three models available in Hickory and Maple. Maple will offer even more of a lighter touch and slightly warmer cymbal tone.

BeBop 500 BeBop 525 BeBop 550 L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .500" • 1.27cm D .525" • 1.33cm D .550" • 1.40cm Hickory VHBB500 Maple VSMBB500 Hickory VHBB525 Maple VSMBB525 Hickory VHBB550 Maple VSMBB550 Monster Wood Standard Wire Brush Sweep VBMW VWTS VBSW The Monster Wood Brush features the same nylon Non-retractable wire bristled brush with a soft rubber Rubber gripped wire brush that is retractable without CYMBAL STICKS bristles as in the Monster Brush and Little Monster, grip. Also features metal rivet. a pull-rod. just placed in a traditional brush arrangement. The The Cymbal Stick models, which were originally designed and hand-turned in the mid 1950's by Jack Adams (Alan & Ron Vater's grandfather), have bristles give a funky and textured "swish" sound and been recreated. These Maple models feature the same distinct tip shapes and specifications that gave drummers of the great jazz and big band era great backbeat accents.The wood handle grip is a 5A that unforgettable cymbal sound. Same as the originals did decades earlier, each of these four models gives their own unique voice on cymbals. sized diameter.

Teardrop Oval Ball Acorn L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm D .570" • 1.45cm VMCTW VMCOW VMCBW VMCAW Warm Lows Mid Range Bright Ping Full and Fat Retractable Wire Brush Heavy Wire Brush Wood Handle Wire Brush VWTR VWTHW VWTW Sturdy pull-rod with round end. Wide range of brush A rubber handled retractable brush with heavy gauge Non-retractable wire brush with 5A sized wooden grip. spread adjustment. wire for a full sound. Provides a bit more weight and Features a metal rivet at butt end for cymbal scrapes. TIMBALE STICKS volume than a traditional wire brush. Vater's traditional Timbale sticks are available in both Hickory and Maple in 3 standard diameters. Also check out Karl Perazzo, Richie Garcia and Tito De Gracia's Player's Design Timbale models.

Drumstick Brush Poly Brush Poly Flex Brush 3/8" Timbale 7/16" Timbale 1/2" Timbale Yambu Jazz VWTD VPYB VPFLX L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 15 1/2" • 39.37cm Versatility of a drumstick and a wire brush all in one. Nylon bristles for flexibility and a sweet slap on drums. The non-retractable Poly bristles produce a warm, D .375" • .95cm D .437" • 1.11cm D .500" • 1.27cm D .540" • 1.37cm Drumstick end has a 5A tip. Non-retractable. Retractable without a pull-rod. mellow sound on both drums & cymbals. 5A style Hickory VHT3/8 Maple VMT3/8 Hickory VHT7/16 Maple VMT7/16 Hickory VHT1/2 Maple VMT1/2 VHTYJ wood grip. Hickory and Maple Hickory and Maple Hickory and Maple Half drumstick, half timbale stick. Round tip for bright cymbal accents.

Tito De Gracia Gajate’s Sazon Karl Perazzo’s Drumbale L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 15 1/2" • 39.37cm D .500" • 1.27cm D .460" • 1.17cm D .520" • 1.32cm VHTDG VHGAJEW VHKARLW Timbalero Tito De Gracia has a long list of recording The Sazon is a great feeling Timbale stick that A tapered Hickory Timbale stick that has the feel of Whip Brush and performing credits with major artists from the measures in between a 7/16" and 1/2" Timbale stick. a traditional drumstick with the finesse and quickness VWB worlds of Salsa and Latin jazz. Tito’s timbale model Perfect for any percussionist. Hickory. of a Timbale stick. This unique, multi-purpose design A wood handled fixed brush that is made up of the has a bit extra length for some added weight and is allows a player to switch effortlessly from a drumset to poly bristles used in Vater's popular Whip, Stick Whip Fred Eltringham made from hickory for supreme durability. percussion set up without switching sticks. and Wood Handle Whip models. The poly bristles pull SHERYL CROW / KD LANG / DIXIE CHICKS Kimberly Thompson out a great attack on the drums but without a ton of POWER HOUSE / 7A WOOD / MONSTER BRUSH / MIKE STERN volume. SPLASHSTICK / POLY FLEX BRUSH PHAT RIDE / BRUSHES

Page 12 VATER.COM Page 13 SPECIALTY STICKS Rock to folk to jazz to funk, Vater's Specialty Stick line covers many different sound and feel variations. These models are perfect for drummers & percussionists who often find themselves having to "tone it down" from using regular drumsticks.

NEW Vater has updated all Splashstick models to now feature angled edges on the dowel ends for a Splashstick Splashstick Lite Splashstick Heavy Monster Brush Little Monster Cajón better feel, rebound and VSPS VSPSL VSPSH VBM VBLM VCS fuller sound. 19 hand-selected Birch dowels that Same design as the Splashstick but A thicker version of the popular Designed in collaboration with New A smaller diameter version of the original A great sounding brush/stick element provide warm acoustic tonality but still with smaller diameter dowels for lighter Splashstick for extra weight and York based Vater Artist La Frae Sci, the Monster Brush for a lighter feel and for use on Cajón drums and world produce a solid "crack" around the weight and smaller grip size. durability for the heavier players. Monster Brush is a versatile specialty weight. drumming instruments. Made of wavy drumkit. The extended rubber grip brush that can be adjusted to provide polymer strands for a great sound. leaves 4" of the dowels exposed and the subtlety and swish of a brush or a gives a solid stick-like “stick like” feel for a fat backbeat without feel with excellent a ton of volume. Features a large but durability in the comfortable grip and wavy polymer area. strands for a unique sound and feel.

Bamboo Splashstick Bamboo Splashstick Slim Splashstick Traditional Jazz Splashstick Traditional Whip Wood Handle Whip Stick Whip VSPSB VSPSSB VSPSTZ VSPST VWHP VWHWP VSTKW Same physical design as Vater's original A very small diameter (under a 7A) for Smaller than the Splashstick Lite for The ultimate traditional style multi-dowel Polybristles that pack more punch than A wood handle version of the Whip. 5B The Stick Whip takes the very popular Splashstick, but constructed from Bamboo ultra-low volume playing. The Bamboo really low volume applications and light stick. 19 hand-select birch dowels with a brush but without the volume of a grip size allows the player the option Fusion model and adds 3 1/2” of Whip dowels. The Bamboo offers superb durability offers superb durability and some weight. a comfortable rubber grip that is perfect drumstick. of using either the stick or Polybristle bristles to the butt-end of the stick. and some added weight for a solid feel, added weight for a solid feel, without for lower volume settings. ends for even more sound Great for when you need without excess volume. excess volume. Bamboo is also the variations. to switch between a “stick” Mona Tavakoli Bamboo is also the fastest fastest growing plant on Earth, sound and a softer “brush” growing plant on Earth, WOOD HANDLE WIRE BRUSH / 7A WOOD / making this a very eco-friendly sound during a song. CAJÓN BRUSH making this a very eco- percussion product. friendly percussion product.

Splashstick Rock Acoustick™ Acoustick Solid™ Sizzle Sizzle Fusion™ Sizzle Fusion™ Acorn Tai Ko Bachi VSPSRK VMAS VASS Ultra Staccato Ultra Staccato Ultra Staccato VHTKBW A medium weight multi-rod stick that will cover any Combines 7 high quality wood dowels and 6 strips The Acoustick Solid version is a Cross Cut Hickory VMSZL VSZLF VSZLFA A hefty stick used on Taiko, Odaiko, acoustic type gig. of impact resistant Polymer. The Polymer acts as a stick with the same high impact protective strips. The Ultra staccato and drumstick all in The classic Fusion, with a hard felt mallet Fusion Acorn model stick with a hard Nagado-Daiko and other traditional protective "striking layer" to allow the player to "dig in" Polymer acts as a protective "striking layer" that allows one. Maple Blazer stick for light weight head on the end. The smaller mallet felt mallet head on the end. The smaller Japanese drums large in size. This without the short life span of other multi- the player to dig in without the breakage and short and warm cymbal sounds. head design won't interfere with your mallet head design won't interfere with unique drumming style dates back more dowel sticks. Includes rubber O-Rings for lifespan of conventional dowel and multi- grip or playing. Round stick tip for bright your grip or playing. Acorn stick tip than 1,600 years. Hickory. wide range of adjustment for sound and dowel sticks. Features rubber O-rings for a cymbal tones. shape for a warmed and broad cymbal feel. Patent #5728958. wide adjustment range. Patent #5728958. sound.

Nathan Followill Sean Kinney Shawn Pelton Brian Griffin ALICE IN CHAINS SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE THE LONE BELLOW 5A WOOD / GRIP TAPE NUDE 5B NYLON / ACOUSTICK 1A WOOD / MONSTER BRUSH / CAJON BRUSH / HEAVY WIRE BRUSH / LITTLE MONSTER BRUSH 5A WOOD / 'S H-220

Page 14 VATER.COM Page 15 PLAYER'S DESIGN Designed with direction from the artists themselves, the player’s design models are derived from each artist’s unique and individual style.

Nisan Stewart Chad Sexton Chris Pennie Mike Johnston JAY-Z / MISSY ELLIOT / JA-RULE / Brian Frasier-Moore Josh Freese 311 INDEPENDENT / FIGHT MANNEQUINS MIKESLESSONS.COM / INDEPENDENT JAMIE FOX MADONNA / A PERFECT CIRCLE / THE VANDALS / STING SEVENDUST

Chad Sexton's Custom Model Chris Pennie Mike Johnston 2-4-5-1 Nisan Stewart Brian Frasier-Moore Josh Freese’s H-220 Morgan Rose’s Alien Freak L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm D .580" • 1.47cm NEW D .610" • 1.55cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .565" • 1.44cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .610" • 1.55cm VHSEXTON VHPENNIEW Hickory: VHMJ2451 Maple: VSMMJ2451 VHNISANW VHBFMW VHJOSHW VHMRAF Chad Sexton's custom model is right between a 5A Chris Pennie's model measures out at just over a 5B MikesLessons.com Educator Mike Johnston's Nisan Stewart has become a major name This stick design comes from one of Between a 5A & 5B, with a quick taper A truly unique model with no taper or tip and 5B in the grip. The taper and rounded barrel in the grip but has a slight double taper, meaning that 2-4-5-1 is a great all-around design that can be used in the R&B/Pop drumming and production the most in demand drummers of today. and heavy shoulder. A bit more weight made from "dark" hickory. This double style tip give plenty of punch and volume. All of these it gets a little thicker towards the middle of the stick in any musical style. It has a grip size between a 5A and scenes, on top of being one of the most Brian's stick design is just under a 5A in up top for a solid feel, great response butt-end stick has no finish or lacquer, elements in Chad's Custom Model make a stick that than in the grip. This gives the stick added throw and 5B with a gradual taper to a barrel tip for ride cymbal televised drummers year after year. definition. The gradual taper gives the model a fantastic the grip but with some extra length for and durability, yet still sensitive enough which leaves a comfortable sanded offers durability and great speed to get around the kit durability in the rim shot area. The smaller sized acorn and quick feel around the kit. added reach. The gradual taper to the for lighter playing. A slightly enlarged finish. The Alien Freak design, weight quickly. tip gives articulate ride cymbal sounds that cut through Nisan’s stick model is a 5B sized stick with medium sized barrel tip makes it a nicely version of a 5A tip. and size gives a powerful and solid feel in louder music. Great stick design for rock and metal The 2-4-5-1 model is available in both Hickory and and extra ¼” in length for some added reach balanced and versatile stick. with a huge amount of volume from players. Sugar Maple. The Sugar Maple version is perfect for and weight. It features an oval style tip for full around the kit. lower volume and lesson room type settings, while the sounding drum and cymbal tones. Nisan’s Hickory version is the right choice for live and harder stick design is a very well rounded model that’s hitting performance settings. suitable for many musical applications.

Big Mike Clemons Cora Coleman-Dunham Mike Wengren Jimmy Cobb Chico Hamilton Stephen Creighton ISRAEL HOUGHTON AND NEW BREED SERPENT'S RISE BEYONCE / INDEPENDENT DISTURBED MILES DAVIS JAZZ GREAT / EUPHORIA ST. LAURENCE O' TOOLE PIPE BAND

Big Mike Clemons Derek Roddy Chad Smith’s Funk Blaster Cora Coleman-Dunham Mike Wengren Jimmy Cobb Chico Hamilton Stephen Creighton NEW L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 17" • 43.18cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm Pipe Band D .595" • 1.51cm D .590" • 1.50cm D .605" • 1.54cm D .530" • 1.35cm D .625" • 1.59cm D .595" • 1.51cm D .570" • 1.45cm VHMCW VHCHADW VHCCDW L 16" • 40.64cm VHDRW VHMWN VHJCW VHCHW D .765" • 1.94cm This design comes from one of the most Derek's model is in between a 5A and Same grip as a 5B but with a heavier This design is as versatile as Cora Designed by the multi-platinum drummer Designed by the Jazz Legend, Jimmy's Chico's stick combines a 5A grip with a VMPBSC-1 herself. Cora needed a stick that could respected musicians in the Gospel scene 5B in the grip. The stick features a really taper for some extra weight and of the band Disturbed, Mike’s stick model measures in between a 5A and a gradual taper for a very responsive and Stephen Creighton was a junior world and drummer for Israel Houghton and quick taper to a small acorn tip for warm durability. A responsive and versatile cover all genres of music without measures in between a 5B and a 2B 5B in the grip. Features a long taper to a quick feel. The teardrop style tip delivers having to change models. Cora’s design champion at just 16 years old and New Breed, Big Mike Clemons. Mike's but defined cymbal tones. A great stick model that is great for heavy and solid with a quick taper to an oval nylon tip. medium sized teardrop tip for warm and warm cymbal sounds. currently holds 2 Drum Corps World Titles design measures out just under a 5B in for a variety of musical applications. playing. combines a little extra length and a The extra length gives some added defined cymbal tones. A "quick" feeling gradual taper to an acorn tip to offer and numerous additional honors. He is the grip with an extra 1/2" in length for weight and a bit more reach. Nicely jazz stick. a sergeant for the world-renowned St. added reach around the kit. With a quick superb response, feel and dynamics in weighted and durable, this is a perfect any musical application. Laurence O' Toole Pipe Band in Ireland. His taper and a classic acorn style tip for stick for hard-hitting drumming. Stick is Pipe band stick features a tapered handle full drum and cymbal tones, this model finished in a black stain. and oval shaped tip for perfect contact on is very durable and responsive. Mike's the drum head. These elements give a model also features Vater's Nude Series great balance and pitch on the Pipe Band finish for a comfortable, unlaquered grip. high-tension snare drums. Page 16 VATER.COM Page 17 PLAYER'S DESIGN INTERNATIONAL PLAYER'S DESIGN

Christian Meyer Lil’ John Roberts Roberto Gatto ELIO E LE STORIE TESE Virgil Donati Marvin "Smitty" Smith JANET JACKSON / MONIQUE SHOW / ROBERTO GATTO QUARTET / ROBERTO GATTO Sergio Pescara Furio Chirico PLANET X / INDEPENDENT KEVIN EUBANKS THE POLICE INDEPENDENT QUINTET / GINO PAOLI BAND INDEPENDENT / GROOVYDO ARTI & MESTIERI

Christian Meyer’s Live Club Virgil Donati’s Smitty Smith’s The Stewart Copeland Lil’ John Roberts’ Roberto Gatto's Sergio Pescara Furio Chirico’s Passional & Live Tour Assault Power Fusion Standard Philly Style Catsticks CLUB: L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 3/8" • 41.59cm L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/8" • 40.96cm L 16 1/4" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.27cm D .570" • 1.44cm D .625" • 1.59cm D .600" • 1.52cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .555" • 1.41cm D .560" • 1.42cm D .640" • 1.63cm D .610" • 1.54cm TOUR: L 16" • 40.64cm VHVIRGW VHSMTYW VHSCSTD VHLJRW VMGAT VMSPW VHFCPW D .570" • 1.44cm Similar to a 2B in grip, Virgil's stick has Slightly under a 5B, Smitty's stick Stewart's stick features a rounded oval Very responsive, comfortable and “quick Just under a 5A in grip size. Barrel 2B style grip with a long and gradual Designed by master Italian drummer Club VHCMLC Tour VHCMLT a beefy shoulder and quick taper to features a gradual taper to a medium style bead that provides articulate tones feeling” stick with a touch extra in length. shaped tip combines broad, dynamic taper to a small round tip. Furio Chirico, the Passional is slightly CLUB: 5A sized Maple stick with a round tip a rounded barrel shaped tip. A great sized ball tip. Power and precision on cymbals and full-body tones from With a gradual taper to an acorn style tip tone range with superb balance and feel. bigger than a 5B with an acorn style that gives a clean and bright ping from the solid-feeling stick for when volume and combined in this great playing stick. drums combined with superb balance for full sounding drum tones. tip. The gentle taper combined with cymbals. Perfect for jazz or small low-volume projection are needed. and rebound, making this a great feeling the 16 1/4” length makes for a very venues.TOUR: The gradual taper finishes with stick. well balanced and playable stick. Great a nicely sized acorn style tip for full drum and for mid to high volume rock situations. cymbal sounds. A very strong and durable Hickory. Hickory stick.

Aoyama Jun INDEPENDENT Rikki Rockett Tito De Gracia Richie Gajate Garcia Karl Perazzo Craig Blundell Cesar Zuiderwijk Hideo Yamaki Eguchi Nobuo POISON INDEPENDENT DIANA ROSS / INDEPENDENT SANTANA INDEPENDENT INDEPENDENT INDEPENDENT

Tito De Gracia Gajate’s Sazon Karl Perazzo’s Drumbale Craig Blundell NEW Cesar Z’s Hideo Yamaki’s Eguchi Nobuo’s Aoyama Jun’s L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 15 1/2" • 39.37cm Blaster Holy Yearning Wild Cat Rhythm Stick L & R Rikki Rockett’s D .500" • 1.27cm D .460" • 1.17cm D .520" • 1.32cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 1/4" • 41.27cm L 16" • 40.64cm L 16" • 40.64cm LEFT: L 16 1/4" • 41.27cm Bottle Rockett VHTDG VHGAJEW VHKARLW D .540" • 1.37cm D .610" • 1.54cm D .580" • 1.47cm D .550" • 1.39cm D .595" • 1.51cm VHCBW VMCZW VMHOLYW RIGHT: L 16" • 40.64cm L 16 3/8" • 41.59cm Timbalero Tito De Gracia has a long list The Sazon is a great feeling Timbale A tapered Hickory Timbale stick that has VHWCATW of recording and performing credits with stick that measures in between a 7/16" the feel of a traditional drumstick with Craig's model features a small With a gentle taper to a Constructed from Maple for D .570" • 1.44cm D .580" • 1.47cm Eguchi Nobuo’s Wild Cat Left VHRSLW Right VHSRW VHRRBR major artists from the worlds of Salsa and 1/2" Timbale stick. Perfect for any the finesse and quickness of a Timbale round tip for defined cymbal triangular shaped tip, this is a lighter weight, Yamaki’s Holy features a gradual taper to LEFT: A bit heavier than his Between a 5A and 5B with a squared- and Latin jazz. Tito’s timbale model has percussionist. Hickory. stick. This unique, multi-purpose design work. Suitable design for “quick” feeling stick that puts Yearning features an acorn- the medium sized oval bead off oval tip and a unique handle built a bit extra length for some added weight allows a player to switch effortlessly from teaching, Jazz, Funk, lower out full and fat sounds from style tip for full and fat tones making this a comfortable, “R” model. The Rhythm Stick into the stick. The handle helps prevent and is made from hickory for supreme a drumset to percussion set up without volume Rock and playing on around the drumkit. Maple. from drums and cymbals. responsive and versatile stick. L has a sturdy neck that leads grip slippage while playing and gives the durability. switching sticks. kits. Maple. Hickory. to a rounded barrel-shaped tip stick an unmistakable look. The gradual for extra punch and volume. taper and weight provide great rebound, Hickory. response and playability. RIGHT: This very well balanced hickory stick features the Vater 5A tip. Great for any musical situation. Hickory. Page 18 VATER.COM Page 19 BEATERS PRACTICE PADS Vater's beaters all feature a steel shaft that won't bend. Beater heads Vater offers a variety of practice pads that are suitable are fastened to shaft with perm-lock safety nut for extra security. for any drummer's personal needs. CHOP BUILDER PADS

Hard Felt Beater Natural Wood Beater Red Wood Beater Poly Ball Beater Cow Beater VBF VBNW VBRW VBPY VBCB 12" Single Sided Soft 12" Double Sided 12" Single Sided Split High density felt head. Great Classic wood beater. Lots of Same as natural wood beater Provides a defined punch from Perfect beater for foot pedal Chop Builder Pad Chop Builder Pad Chop Builder Pad low-end tones and volume. punch and volume. but red in color. bass drums. A quick feeling mounted cowbells. Features a VCB12S VCB12D VCB12S2 beater. rubber striking surface. 12 inch soft practicing surface. 12 inch double-sided pad. 12 inch split practicing surface. Reverse side features a non- Hard on one side and soft on Reverse side features a non- skid rubber base. the other. skid rubber base. Vintage Bomber Beater VBVB Conceived and designed to replicate the soft but boomy “I popped this baby on my tones of the great jazz era. The Vintage Bomber’s cork center is wrapped with a soft and puffy pedal and immediately fell synthetic covering and is reminiscent in look, feel and sound to the original lamb’s wool beaters from decades in love with it. The beater ago. Designed in collaboration with Otis Brown III. is very well balanced and Long Range Bomber produces a smooth, soft, VBLRB Same as the Vintage Bomber but with a longer shaft for and boomy sound.” larger bass drums. -Drum! Magazine 6" Hard 6" Soft Workout Pad Chop Builder Pad Chop Builder Pad VCB6H VCB6S VWP The Workout Pad is a hard 6 inch Hard practicing surface. 6 inch Soft practicing surface. rubber practice tool that Chris Johnson Reverse side features an 8mm Reverse side features an 8mm provides a natural feel and screw to mount on a cymbal screw to mount on a cymbal rebound. Includes 8mm thread 3A WOOD stand and a non-skid rubber stand and a non-skid rubber to mount on cymbal stand. base. base. The 8” diameter makes it convenient for travel. Perfect for NOISE GUARD PADS the beginning drum student. Luke Holland Chris Kimmerer Noise Guard pads allow for quiet practice on your THE WORD ALIVE THOMAS RETT . Each pad is made from non-slip rubber 3A WOOD 3A WOOD / POLYFLEX BRUSH 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. Complete Rock Pack VNGCRP Rock Pack VNGRP - 12", 13", 14", 16", Bass Drum - 12", 13", 14", 16" Complete Fusion Pack VNGCFP Fusion Pack VNGFP - 10", 12", 14", 14", Bass Drum - 10", 12", 14", 14" Cymbal Pack 1 VNGCP1 14" Pad VNG14 - 1 Crash, 1 Crash / Ride, 1 Hi-Hat Bass Drum Pad VBDNG Shannon Leto David Palmer Cymbal Pack 2 VNGCP2 - One size fits all ROD STEWART - 2 Crash, 2 Crash / Ride, 1 Hi-Hat NUDE 5A NYLON POWER 5A WOOD / XD-5A WOOD

Page 20 VATER.COM Page 21 ACCESSORIES Round out your drum kit with some of Vater's accessories. From Cymbal Polish and Grip Tape to Stick and Drink Holders, there's plenty of options to keep your drum kit in fine working order, and your trusty Vater sticks close by.

Drink Holder Tech Pack VDH VTP Vater’s Drink Holder features the same A “first-aid” kit for drummers. It contains Single Pair Stick Holder Multi-Pair Stick Holder metal design and fastening system as the essentials to keep your drum kit up VSHS VSHM their popular stick holders for supreme and running through the toughest of StickMate StickMate Shaker Feature a unique clamp-style fastening system, adjusted by an easy to turn knob. durability. The Drink Holder has an inside gigs. Includes:1 Drumkey, 6 VSMT VSMS Depots on both the Single Pair and Multi-Pair Holders are adjustable for infinite angle diameter of 3 ½”, large enough for most Strainer Cords, 2 Hi-Hat Clutch Felts, 6 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 adjustment of the sticks. Because of the fastening system, you won’t find Vater’s drinks, cups, and sports bottles and Cymbal Felts, 4 T-Style Wing Nuts, 10 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 Stick Holders falling off your cymbal stands, which is a very common problem with securely fastens to cymbal stands with Tension Rod Washers, 1 Bass Drum 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. other brands’ Stick Holders. an easy-to-turn knob. Head Patch

(Glow in the Dark)

Slick Nut Slick Nut Skull Professional Drumming Gloves Grip Tape Stick & Finger Tape VSNB VSNSKULL Medium - VDGM Large - VDGL Gray - VGTG Black - VGTB White - VSTW Blue - VSTBL Red - VSTR Unlike the traditional wing nut, the Slick Nut doesn’t need Slick Nut Skull has the same features as the original Extra Large - VDGXL Red - VGTR White - VGTW Black - VSTBK Green - VSTG to be threaded on or off and won’t loosen or fall off while Slick Nut but with a molded Skull body design and Synthetic leather with a breathable mesh backing Having trouble holding on?...our linen based Grip Tape Vater’s self-cohesive tape helps improve grip and you play. Simply hold in the fastening button, put Slick Nut Glows in the dark. and elasticated panels on the sides of the fingers. is durable, absorbent and dries quickly, while offering a prevent hand fatigue, while still allowing a sense of “Back Pack” Cymbal Bag on cymbal stand to desired tightness and release button. This combination provides great flexibility, fit and very comfortable grip.Comes in White, Black, Red and “feel”. Each roll is 1 inch wide by 30 feet in length. VCYBB The Slick Nut can also be used as a theft deterrent by The Slick Nut comes in 8mm, the most common improved ventilation to assure maximum comfort Grey colors and is re-usable. Each package contains One roll will wrap approximately 5 pairs of sticks. A heavy duty bag that features comfortable shoulder simply tightening the hex set screw on the side of the thread size for cymbal stands, with top cymbal while performing. Vater’s gloves help protect hands 4 rolls, which is enough to wrap at least 2 pairs of straps, soft cymbal dividers and a large rectangular body. This makes the Slick Nut non-removable, a great felt already attached. Hex key included. Patent from blisters without compromising natural feel and sticks depending on stick length/diameter and how outside pocket that is perfect for storing your stick bag feature for drummers who have to leave their drum kits #5785480 sensitivity. much you overlap the tape while wrapping. Each roll and other accessories. unattended for a period of time. contains 2 end tapes for extra security on the stick.

(Close up ) Pink Stick Bag Stick Bag Marching Mallet Bag Marching Stick Holder Ear Plugs Cymbal Polish Drum Polish VSBPINK VSB1 VMMB MV-SH VSAS VCP VDP Vater's new pink stick bag features an all-over style A tough nylon bag that will keep you well stocked and Sturdy nylon bag with 4 large pockets for storing Attaches to snare drums with adjustable Ear Protection for all musicians. Includes An easy-to-use liquid formula that quickly Vater’s Carnauba enriched and anti- print. Features 2 large outside pockets, with multiple organized. Includes velcro strips for secure placement many pairs mallets. The tapered bag design helps Velcro straps. Made from tough nylon, two filter styles for different levels of removes tarnish and dirt. It brightens and static formula cleans and protects any pockets and pouches inside for tons of accessory on drums and an adjustable shoulder carrying strap. prevent mallet heads from bunching together. Includes it provides easy access for quick stick hearing protection. Also includes metal protects all brands of cymbals in natural drum shell finish. It will give your drums storage space. Stick storage space is divided into 2 zipper pocket inside and a large pocket on the outside changes. Also great for use on traditional container for safe storing when not in or brilliant finishes. Also great to use on a protective shine every time without large sections and includes Velcro straps for hanging for storing sheet music. drumset. use. copper, brass, chrome aluminum and leaving behind a waxy build-up. on floor toms. stainless steel.

Page 22 VATER.COM Page 23 Jay Lane Eric "Boots" Greene Derrick Wright Scott Pellegrom Adam Marcello Mark Colenburg BOB WEIR AND RATDOG COMMON / SKYLAR GREY ADELE INDEPENDENT ROBERT GLASPER / MAXWELL 52ND STREET JAZZ / BAMBOO RECORDING / SESSION JOSH FREESE'S H-220 JAZZ RIDE POWERHOUSE RECORDING SPLASHSTICK

Jose Pasillas Brann Dailor INCUBUS MASTODON Jesse Wood 5B WOOD 7A WOOD Arejay Hale THE NAKED AND FAMOUS David Lovering Van Romaine Nikki Glaspie Chris Tyrrell "Vater makes the best sticks out there by far. If it wasn't "Vater sticks are great. I found exactly what I need." ROCK WOOD TIP / SLICK NUTS / PIXIES ENRIQUE IGLESIAS DUMPSTAPHUNK / INDEPENDENT LADY ANTEBELLUM MORGAN ROSE'S ALIEN FREAK SLICK NUT SKULLS / GRIP TAPE 5A WOOD 5A WOOD / SPLASHSTICK PHAT RIDE / JIMMY COBB MODEL 55BB WOOD for them I'd just be air drumming!"

George Sluppick Steve Fidyk Brad Davis CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD / Dave Chiverton Robby Ameen ADVENTURE DRUMS / INDEPENDENT / THE CITY CHAMPS TEMPLE UNIVERSITY, PHILADELPHIA, PA John Fred Young Jimmy Kadesch Miles McPherson INDEPENDENT Tal Bergman INDEPENDENT Jean Paul Gaster SUGAR MAPLE 5A WOOD / MONSTER SWING / RED WOOD BEATER / HOODIE ALLEN INDEPENDENT SESSION / SUGAR MAPLE SESSION JOE BONAMASSA SESSION / EARPLUGS / CLUTCH KATELYN TARVER BRUSH / RETRACTABLE WIRE BRUSH / STANDARD WIRE TAP BRUSH XD-5A WOOD GOSPEL SERIES FUSION 5A WOOD 5B WOOD RETRACTABLE WIRE BRUSH WEST SIDE CONCERT WOOD / BEBOP 500 VARIOUS MALLETS

Otis Brown III Josh Devine Steve Misamore Venzella Joy Nellyris "Didi" Negron JOE LOVANO / ESPERANZA SPALDING Jeremy Spencer Jerry Gaskill Bennie Rodgers Manny Dominick ONE DIRECTION DIERKS BENTLEY INDEPENDENT CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: AMALUNA SUPER JAZZ / VINTAGE BOMBER KINGS X INDEPENDENT GHOST TOWN AGAINST ME! CORA COLEMAN-DUNHAM MODEL BEATER / RETRACTABLE WIRE 55BB 5B WOOD 3A WOOD BRUSH 5B WOOD 5B NYLON FUSION ACORN / 7/16 TIMBALE RECORDING POWER 5B WOOD

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Jim Riley Kendrick Scott RASCAL FLATTS TERENCE BLANCHARD Dave DiCenso 5B WOOD / SPLASHSTICK SWING NYLON / RETRACTABLE WIRE BRUSH Gorden Campbell Mike Mitchell Ben Thompson JOSH GROBAN Eric Slick Matt Byrne "Vater has a full line of implements that are not only "I've always felt that Vater sticks were the logical PHILLIP PHILLIPS / INDEPENDENT INDEPENDENT TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB 5B WOOD / FELT BEATER / SLICK NUT DR. DOG HATEBREED great for , but they really have what you extension of my hands." SMITTY SMITH'S POWER FUSION 7A WOOD 1A WOOD 5B WOOD 2B WOOD / RED WOOD BEATER need in the education world as well."

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Christian Coma BLACK VEIL BRIDES ALANIS MORISSETTE / INDEPENDENT 3A NYLON NEW ORLEANS JAZZ WOOD "I have been using Vater for more than half my life! Patty Schemel "I love all Vater products. They put a lot of love into Their quality is unparalleled, and a better pair of THE COLD AND LOVELY / HOLE / Caleb Clifton Matt Abts Robin Diaz Cyrus Bolooki Chris Layton everything and there's a lot of great history in the sticks simply does not exist. I love 'em!!" IMPERIAL TEEN EYES SET TO KILL GOV’T MULE DAUGHTRY / INDEPENDENT NEW FOUND GLORY ARC ANGELS / STEVIE RAY VAUGHN company, which means a lot to me. Nobody makes POWER 5A WOOD 55BB NUDE 5B WOOD / SLICK NUT 1A WOOD NUDE 5B WOOD SUGAR MAPLE 5B WOOD sticks as good as Vater."

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Page 28 VATER.COM Page 29 • A complete selection of implements that create any timbre at all dynamic levels and hand crafted quality combined to give your ensemble that winning edge. MARCHING STICKS • Fast and balanced implements that generate superior Fast, balanced and durable sticks. Designed for Snare or Tenor drums, indoor or outdoor. Marching Vater sticks and mallets tone quality with unmatched projection and stadium Each model has that great Vater feel. are designed to exceed the need of filling volume. today’s marching percussionist. • Strength and durability to withstand the rigors of daily rehearsals and dynamic performances. MV2 MV7 MV8 L 16 5/8" • 42.23cm L 17" • 43.18cm L 17" • 43.18cm NEW D .690" • 1.75cm D .710" • 1.80cm D .710" • 1.80cm MARCHING BASS DRUM MALLETS MV2 MV7 MV8 A long taper with a round tip for quick response, solid Larger diameter stick with a barrel shaped tip for that A Medium taper adding a little extra weight in the Feature Hickory shafts with a taper at both ends for great balance and strength where it is needed, feel and great control at all dynamic levels. full body sound. Featuring a longer taper for great shoulder and a rounded acorn tip to provide great just under the super-hard felt head. That feature adds a bit more weight in the throw for a fuller sound. balance and feel. rebound and a full sound Available in 5 models to meet the needs of any size drum. Also available with a Puff-Fleece option.

MV10 MV11 MV13 L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 17" • 43.18cm D .625" • 1.59cm D .635" • 1.61cm D .655" • 1.66cm MV10 MV11 MV13 Long and sleek taper with a acorn tip. A versatile stick Scaled down for younger players or as in indoor A full, solid stick that tapers down to fast nylon tip. great for indoor, as a Junior stick or as an option for option with rounder tip for fast articulation. Great for a variety of uses from indoor, tenors. accessory parts or fine cymbal articulation.

MV-B1 MV-B2 MV-B3 MV-B4 MV-B5 Head Dia. 1 1/4" Head Dia. 1 1/2" Head Dia. 1 3/4" Head Dia. 2 1/8" Head Dia. 2 3/8" MV-B1 MV-B2 MV-B3 MV-B4 MV-B5 For 16"-18" drums For 20"-22" drums For 24"-26" drums For 28"-30" drums For 30" and larger MV20 3S Nightstick-2S L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 17 1/4" • 43.82cm L 17 1/4" • 43.82cm D .650" • 1.65cm D .730" • 1.85cm D .660" • 1.68cm MV20 Wood VH3SW Nylon VH3SN Wood VHNSW Nylon VHNSN A smaller stick in length, diameter and weight. A very A very large and beefy field snare stick.With a large A smaller version of the 3S at just .660 diameter But controlled stick with a compressed balance. Great for indoor teardrop tip, it's great for the heavy player that are looking still provides a solid feel. percussion applications, Tenor drums or warming up on a for volume and depth. Also available with a nylon tip for a Available in wood and nylon tip for flexibility and wide pad. Able to handle a wide dynamic range. crisper attack and defined cymbal work. rang of use.

MV-B1S MV-B2S MV-B3S MV-B4S MV-B5S Head Dia. 1 1/4" Head Dia. 1 1/2" Head Dia. 1 3/4" Head Dia. 2 1/8" Head Dia. 2 3/8" MV-B1S MV-B2S MV-B3S MV-B4S MV-B5S "We could have chosen any stick to play, but we immediately For 16"-18" drums For 20"-22" drums For 24"-26" drums For 28"-30" drums For 30" and larger chose Vater. Vater's quality, feel and durability is second to none. Forget the marketing and hype of the others and try out the Vater MV7's and MV2's. They have it all...great feel, rebound, weight, durability and they are easy to control. The MULTI-TENOR MALLETS AND STICKS MV7 has a long taper and a barrell tip that creates a great James Harrison rebound and a bright cutting sound while the MV2 has a short Multi-Tenor Mallets feature heavy gauge aluminum shafts with textured “non-slip” grips. taper with a round tip that promotes a heavy dark full sound. DRUM LINE INSTRUCTOR-BOISE Vater and Boise State, a winning pair!" Sticks feature Hickory handle with a longer taper for balance and speed. STATE UNIVERSITY KEITH STEIN BLUE -James Harrison (Boise State University) THUNDER MARCHING BAND

MV-T1 MV-T2 MV-T2XL MV-T1 MV-T2 MV-T2XL Clear lexan head for full, ultra-staccato sound with Hard 1 ¼" head for fast close articulate sounds with a Large 1 ½" lexan disk. The larger hard disk allows great projection to cut though. lot of control. the mallet to rebound from drum head to drum head quickly without contacting the rims. Great for articulating scraps, sweeps and windmills.

MV-T3 TENOR STICK MV-T3 L 16 1/8" • 40.95cm Super-hard felt head for more legato sound on toms D .680" • 1.73cm and cymbals. MV-TS1N Boise State University Keith Stein Blue Thunder Marching Band Washington State University Featuring a distinctive nylon tip for crisp articulation BOISE, ID and projection both indoor and out. Page 30 VATER.COM Page 31 MALLETS CONCERT-ENSEMBLE MALLETS 3 color-coded models feature hard rubber cores that produce a rich sonority. Satin finished birch handles with graduated sized heads and proportionate weights for effortless projection and Designed for • Balanced implements that generate focused, rich and full- great speed over the entire instrument. bodied tones that fill a concert hall. Concert Band, • Hand matched for size, weight and sound. Wind Ensemble • All wrapped mallets have dark blue 100% wool yarn or Multi- Ply Cord for a uniform look. and Orchestral • A complete selection of mallets that show their versatility at MV-M20 MV-M22 MV-M24 applications. low to moderate dynamic levels in a stadium setting. L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm L 16 3/4" • 42.55cm D 5/16" • 0.79cm D 5/16" • 0.79cm D 5/16" • 0.79cm MV-M20 MV-M22 MV-M24 Soft / Blue 100% Yarn Soft / Blue 100% Yarn Hard / Black Multi-Ply Cord MARIMBA MALLETS 3 graduated sized heads feature large rubber cores wrapped with 100% wool yarn and Satin finished Birch handles. Each model produces a full-focused tone and distinct timbre & over the entire instrument. 3 distinct timbres feature graduated weighted heads for effortless projection and great speed. All with birch handles.

V-M1 V-M2 V-M3 L 16 5/8" • 42.23cm L 16 5/8" • 42.23cm L 16 5/8" • 42.23cm D 5/16" • 0.79cm D 5/16" • 0.79cm D 5/16" • 0.79cm V-M1 V-M2 V-M3 Soft / Sweet roll timbre with round attack Medium / Roll or lead line implement Hard / Bright, rich tone with full-bodied sound MV-M40 MV-M42 MV-M44 L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm D 11/32" • 0.871cm D 11/32" • 0.871cm D 11/32" • 0.871cm MV-M40 MV-M42 MV-M44 MALLETS Medium-Hard / Fast Balanced Mallet Hard / Bright and Clear Sonority Extra-Hard/Added weight for unmatched projection 3 mushroom-shaped hard rubber cores feature tightly wrapped multi-ply cord and Rattan handles for superior durability and feel. Each model produces a rich, warm sound and full VIBRAPHONE MALLETS fundamental over the entire instrument. 2 color-coded models feature hard rubber cores that produce a rich sonority. Extra durable Rattan handles with graduated sized heads and proportionate weights for effortless projection and great speed over the entire instrument. V-M6 V-M8 V-M9 L 15 3/4" • 40.01cm L 15 3/4" • 40.01cm L 15 1/4" • 48.74cm NEW V-M6 V-M8 V-M9 Soft / Great open chord tone with Round attack Medium-hard / Warm lead line implement Medium / Heavy vibes mallet. Rattan handle and a fuller oval head with a mulit-cord wrap.

MV-M30 MV-M32 L 15 3/4" • 40.01cm L 15 3/4" • 40.01cm MV-M30 MV-M32 Medium / Green Multi-Ply Cord Hard / Black Multi-Ply Cord

Diane Downs Mallet Louisville Leopard Percussionists MV-GM1 Rhythm Cats Defiance College Yellow Jacket Band FOUNDER/DIRECTOR: LOUISVILLE LEOPARD PERCUSSIONISTS DEFIANCE, IN LOUISVILLE, KY VARIOUS STICK / MALLET MODELS CHARLOTTE BOBCATS DRUM TEAM Page 32 VATER.COM Page 33 RUBBER XYLOPHONE & XYLOPHONE & ORCHESTRA ORCHESTRA BELL MALLETS BELL MALLETS Designed for indoor, out-door, or concert settings. The shape of the mallet head is designed Selection of 4 models that provide the variety of tonal colors necessary for performance in any for optimum sound throughout the series. ensemble. Rattan handles are used for superior feel and durability.

VM-R1 VM-R2 VM-R3 V-M10 V-M11 V-M12 V-M13 VM-R1 VM-R2 VM-R3 L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm L 14 1/2" • 36.83cm The soft mallet creates a warm sound that is great for The medium mallet creates a full sound and is a great The hard mallet offers a clear and full sound with V-M10 V-M11 V-M12 V-M13 ambiance or soft passages in the music. A great mallet blend of attack and tone. The length of the mallet strong attack to the instrument without the sound Medium-soft / Fast and balanced Hard / Added weight and full tone Brilliant / Bright and effortless projection Brass / Bright tone with full-bodied to use in legato passages, allowing the mallets to blend allows you to have the versatility to choke up or to sticking out of the blend of the ensemble. implement sound with the rest of the ensemble. It allows the tone of the hold the mallets further back for more leverage. instrument to speak without being lost. It is a great way to add the sound without the strong attack. MALLETS ORCHESTRAL Vater Timpani Mallets are considered the world’s standard for sound, balance, durability and overall quality. Ten SNARE STICKS distinct models featuring straight and tapered Sugar Maple or hickory shafts give the serious percussionist the variety of tonal colors necessary for expressive performance on timpani, drumset or any . Maple Snare Drum Sticks that are perfect for Orchestral and Pit playing.

Stephen Creighton Pipe Band Pianissimo SD9 L 16" • 40.64cm NEW L 16" • 40.64cm NEW L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 D .765" • 1.94cm D .635" • 1.61cm D .610" • 1.55cm Ultra Staccato Staccato General Legato Classical Staccato VMPBSC-1 VSMPIANW VSMSD9W VMT1 VMT2 VMT3 VMT4 VMT5 Stephen Creighton was a junior world champion at just Great for a variety of applications including Orchestral, Just over a 5B in the grip with an oval tip for a full Hard felt produces clearest Medium hard felt produces Medium soft multi-purpose Soft felt for a rich timbre with a Medium hard felt produces 16 years old and currently holds 2 Drum Corps World Pit, and Jazz. Maple construction offers a lighter sound. rhythmic timbre. Straight shaft. strong articulation. Straight shaft. mallet. Straight shaft. round attack. Straight shaft. strong articulation. Tapered shaft. Titles and numerous additional honors. He is a sergeant weight for a stick of it's size. Round tip delivers for the world-renowned St. Laurence O' Toole Pipe Band precise tones. in Ireland. His Pipe band stick features a tapered handle and oval shaped tip for perfect contact on the drum head. These elements give a great balance and pitch on the Pipe Band high-tension snare drums.

T6 T7 Sizzle Sizzle Fusion™ Sizzle Fusion™ Acorn Classical General Classical Legato Ultra Staccato Ultra Staccato Ultra Staccato VMT6 VMT7 VMSZL VSZLF VSZLFA Blazer™ Concert Piccolo L 16 1/4" • 41.28cm L 16 1/2" • 41.91cm L 16" • 40.64cm Medium soft multi-purpose Soft felt for a rich timbre with a Ultra staccato mallet and The classic Fusion, with a hard Fusion Acorn model stick with a D .610" • 1.55cm D .630" • 1.60cm D .640" • 1.63cm mallet. Tapered shaft. round attack. Tapered shaft. drumstick all in one. Maple felt mallet head on the end. hard felt mallet head on the end. VSMBW VSMCW VSMPW The smaller mallet head design The smaller mallet head design Blazer stick for light weight and Gentle taper to a triangular shaped tip. Excellent Slightly under a 2B in the grip with a refined round 2B style grip with a long and gradual taper to a small warm cymbal sounds. won't interfere with your grip won't interfere with your grip or or playing. Round stick tip for playing. Acorn stick tip shape for a balance for intricate playing. head for volume and attack. A big stick without a lot round tip for precision and clarity. bright cymbal tones. warmed and broad cymbal sound. of weight.

MarchFourth Slippery Rock H.S. Defenders Drum Corp Stoughton High School Little Rock High School SLIPPERY ROCK, PA ROCKLAND, MA STOUGHTON, MA PALMDALE, CA Page 34 VATER.COM Page 35 I. ROLL RUDIMENTS A. SINGLE STROKE ROLL RUDIMENTS 1. SINGLE STROKE ROLL* 15. SEVENTEEN STROKE ROLL 28. SWISS ARMY TRIPLET

II. DIDDLE RUDIMENTS 2. SINGLE STROKE FOUR 16. SINGLE PARADIDDLE* 29. INVERTED FLAM TAP

3. SINGLE STROKE SEVEN 17. DOUBLE PARADIDDLE* 30. FLAM DRAG

EDUCATIONB. MULTIPLE BOUNCE ROLL RUDIMENTS ARTISTS IV. DRAG RUDIMENTS INTERNATIONAL 4. MULTIPLE BOUNCE ROLL 18. TRIPLE PARADIDDLE* 31. DRAG* ARTISTS

5. TRIPLE STROKE ROLL 19. SINGLE PARADIDDLE-DIDDLE 32. SINGLE DRAG TAP* U.K.

C. DOUBLE STROKE OPEN ROLL RUDIMENTS III. FLAM RUDIMENTS 6. DOUBLE STROKE OPEN ROLL* 20. FLAM* 33. DOUBLE DRAG TAP*

Yoron Israel Sean Skeete John Medeiros Jr. ASSISTANT CHAIR OF PERCUSSION Ron Savage ASSISTANT CHAIR OF ENSEMBLES AT PRIVATE INSTRUCTOR / SOUHEGAN DEPT: BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC / CHAIR: ENSEMBLE DEPARTMENT Jamie Morrison Lee7. FIVE Caron STROKE ROLL* 21. FLAM ACCENT* 34. LESSON 25* BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC Matt Helders Steve Barney Tobias Miorin STEROPHONICS Geoff Dugmore RUDIMENTAL CLINICIAN HIGH SCHOOL, AMHERST NH INDEPENDENT BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC FUSION WOOD / MIKE JOHNSTON ARCTIC MONKEYS THE WANTED / SUGABABES INDEPENDENT / SESSION ARTIST 5B WOOD / MORGAN ROSE'S ALIEN INDEPENDENT MV7 MV7 / HICKORY SESSION CHICO HAMILTON MODEL UNIVERSAL 2451 3A WOOD UNIVERSAL RECORDING FREAK NUDE FUSION WOOD U.K.

8. SIX STROKE ROLL 22. FLAM TAP* 35. SINGLE DRAGADIDDLE

9. SEVEN STROKE ROLL* 23. FLAMACUE*Shawn Preston 36. DRAG PARADIDDLE #1* Tre Balfour PRIVATE INSTRUCTION / "THE Kim Plainfield Bob Knight Jeremy Stacey Fred Dinkins DRUM SET / COMMANDANTS OWN" US MARINE Bridget Leahy ASSOC. PROFESSOR: BERKLEE Craig Connet Ben Stone RUMOR / CEE LO GREEN / NIK Steve Pilgrim NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING INSTRUCTOR: P.I.T., LOS ANGELES, CA INSTRUCTOR: LITTLE ROCK H.S. DRUM & BUGLE CORP INDEPENDENT COLLEGE OF MUSIC SANDI THOM TOM JONES KERSHAW / ALISON MOYET PAUL WELLER BIRDS UNIVERSAL / FUSION WOOD VARIOUS MODELS MV7 / GOSPLE FUSION WOOD VM-1 / VM-2 / VM-3 52ND STREET JAZZ / RECORDING HITMAKER HITMAKER MATRIX HITMAKER NEW ORLEANS JAZZ 10. NINE STROKE ROLL* 24. FLAM PARADIDDLE* 37. DRAG PARADIDDLE #2* U.K.

11. TEN STROKE ROLL* 25. SINGLE FLAMMED MILL 38. SINGLE RATAMACUE*

Troy Hall EDUCATION COORDINATOR FOR ACCESS12. ELEVEN PERCUSSION STROKE / PRIVATE ROLL* Dick DiCenso 26. FLAM PARADIDDLEDIDDLE* 39. DOUBLE RATAMACUE*James Murphy INSTRUCTOR & MARCHING DRUM SET INSTRUCTOR: WEYMOUTH, PEACEANDDRUMS.COM / BLUE MAN Andrea Marongiu Geoff Dunn Pete Robertson Frank Tontoh Gary Wallis PERCUSSION CLINICIAN MA Libor Hadrava Sam Van Arsedale GROUP CRYSTAL FIGHTERS INDEPENDENT THE VACCINES INDEPENDENT TOM JONES / MIKE & THE MECHANICS MV2 / SUGAR MAPLE 7A WOOD SUPER JAZZ AXIOM MUSIC SCHOOL SPOTSYLVANIA HIGH SCHOOL, VA SWEET RIDE FUSION WOOD SUGAR MAPLE BLAZER WOOD FUSION WOOD FUSION WOOD HITMAKER FRANCE GERMANY 13. THIRTEEN STROKE ROLL* 27. PATAFLAFLA 40. TRIPLE RATAMACUE*

* = THESE RUDIMENTS ARE INCLUDED IN THE ORIGINAL STANDARD 26 AMERICAN RUDIMENTS Joanna14. FIFTEEN Huling STROKE ROLL* PRIVATE/INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF Michael Boyd MUSIC, BETHESDA MD; FOUNDER AND PERCUSSION INSTRUCTOR, LAKEWOOD MUSIC DIRECTOR: MERCURY RISING HIGH SCHOOL, CO / PRIVATE Nicholaus Meyers Manni von Bohr , BALTIMORE, Jimmy Pemberton Serge Lysak INSTRUCTOR AT AUGUSTA STATE Sebastien Rambaud Pierre Belleville PiTTi Hecht Aaron Thier RANDY HANSEN INDEPENDENT / EDUCATOR INSTRUCTION THE DRUM LAB INDEPENDANT / FILLS MONKEY THE DO INDEPENDENT BLOCKWERK SUGAR MAPLE POWER 5B WOOD / MD 55BB MV7 / MV2 SUGAR MAPLE 5B WOOD UNIVERSITY SESSION POWER 5A WOOD 5B WOOD / TIMBALE STICKS AARON THIER SIGNATURE ETERNAL BLACK 5B WOOD

Page 36 VATER.COM Page 37 INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS CANADA CZECH SWITZERLAND SOUTH AFRICA VENEZUELA PERU Michal Stancík Guido Wyss Georg Voros Alejandro Araujo Diego Ubierna MOONSHINE HOWLERS ENIGMATIK INDEPENDENT TECUPAE / SUPERNATURALS ADAMMO SUGAR MAPLE PICCOLO EXTREME DESIGN WARRIOR PICCOLO 1/2" TIMBALE/ TITO DEGRACIA MODEL 5B WOOD / 2B WOOD David Landštof Rico H. Sabu Satsha Juan Pablo Romero Alex Sarrin XINDL X / IVÁN GUTIEREZ STONEMAN INDEPENDENT OSCAR D’ LEÓN INDEPENDENT FUSION WOOD 5B WOOD MATRIX 1/2" TIMBALE / FUSION SWEET RIDE / FUSION WOOD SLOVAKIA Lionel Blanc BELGIUM Anderson Quintero BAHRAIN Emil Fratrik SIDEBURN Matthias Standaert PALOMA SAN BASILIO / SERVANDO Y Busac Ian Browne Anthony Michelli INDEPENDENT RIKKI ROCKETT'S BOTTLE ROCKETT LADY LINN AND HER MAGNIFICENT FLORENTINO SMOULDERING IN FORGOTTEN MATTHEW GOOD BAND / JESSIE INDEPENDENT / EDUCATOR / 1/2" TIMBALE / FUSION POWER 5A Matt Frenette Paul DeLong Tim Proznick 7A / STICK WHIP / VARIOUS MALLETS DeeDee Kaufmann SEVEN & BRUSHES LOVERBOY THE CODE / INDEPENDENT FARRELL / FABER DRIVE MOSTLY MARLEY / SHAD K CLINICIAN GEORGE 5B WOOD RUSSIA SESSION / 5B WOOD Ahmedinho Hassan 5B NYLON / SPLASHSTICK 7A WOOD FUSION WOOD SUGAR MAPLE 5A NYLON Ludo Srnec SMITTY'S POWER FUSION Laurens Smagghe Victor Konkov BAHRAIN HAVANEROS BAND / AMMAR CANADA SOUTH KOREA PAVOL HABERA / MISHA / ROBO PAPP Hena Habegger MILOW / BARBIE BANGKOK GORKY PARK AL FARDAN BAND / FRANK WINTER (GB.) / KING IVAN / GOTTHARD 55AA / NEW ORLEANS JAZZ 5A WOOD / 5B WOOD SUPER JAZZ LADY KAZOO / DENIS LACHO POWER 5A WOOD ARGENTINA INDIA SWEET RIDE Oleg “Kobra” Khovrine IRELAND Gerardo Pricolo ZEMLYANE Jai Row Kavi GHANA Jason Duffy 5B WOOD INDEPENDENT INDEPENDENT FUSION Francis Osei JADED SUN FUSION WOOD Kirill “the Dude” INDEPENDENT 7A WOOD / FUSION WOOD ISRAEL Katchanov Vinayak Pol 7A WOOD Shane Kinsella SLOT CONVERSATION Doron Giat SESSION WOOD ITALY THE MINUTES CONCERT WOOD 5A NYLON INDEPENDENT / PROJECT RNL. SWEET RIDE SWEDEN POLAND Jeremy Kleynhans Paul Benjamin Larnell Lewis Daniele Pomo Mark Alfred KO / DANIEL WESLEY / REBEL INDEPENDENT / EDUCATOR / Han Woong Won Ham Jinu MARIELLA NAVA / RANESTRANE Nir Nakav Tobias Gustafsson Marek Kapłon PERFECT CADENCE / JULLY BLACK INSTRUCTOR AT DONG DUK WOMEN INDEPENDENT / RIVERDANCE VOMITORY TSA EMERGENCY CLINICIAN FUSION WOOD / 7A WOOD / SUGAR UNCHAINED 5B WOOD STUDIO / STUDIO 2 / VMT6 / BRUSHES SALEM 5B WOOD 5B WOOD MAPLE 7A WOOD UNIVERSITY, BAEK JAE ART SCHOOL 2B WOOD FUSION NYLON POWER 5B NYLON POWER 5A WOOD NETHERLANDS AUSTRALIA VATER SWAG STORE Jump on over to Vater's online clothing store to buy some Vater gear for yourself or a friend. We have a new selection of shirts, hats, bags, stick bags and accessories. Keep checking back as more items will be added frequently!

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