Vater Announces New Artist Drumstick Models, Stick Whip, And Workout Pad

Jan 12, 2007

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Morgan Rose's Whiplash-Player's Design Model

Designed by Sevendust drummer Morgan Rose, his new design is just over a 2B in the grip with an oval tip for full sound on drums and cymbals.

The Whiplash features Vater's Nude Series finish, which helps prevent stick slippage from hand sweat. A very responsive stick for rock/metal music.

Diameter: .650" (1.7cm)
Length: 16 1/4" (41.3cm)
List Price: $13.99

Sean Kinney-Player's Design Model

Metal drumming icon Sean Kinney of Alice In Chains and Vater Artist since 1993 has designed a new Player's Design Series stick model. Sean's stick combines elements of the 2 previous stick models he was using, the Universal and Rock.

Features a gradual taper that provides great rebound and a rounded oval tip for full drum and cymbal tones. Sean's stick also features Vater's Nude Series finish Nude Series finish, which helps prevent stick slippage from hand sweat.

Diameter: .620" (1.6cm)
Length: 16 7/8" (42.9cm)
List Price: $13.99

David Silveria's DSK Tour-Player's Design Model

Diameter: .590" (1.5cm)
Length: 16" (40.6cm)
List Price: $13.99

David's new DSK Tour is a scaled down version of his original DSK model. The shorter length provides a "quick" feel when going around the kit, while the heavy shoulder provides outstanding durability for aggressive live performances.

Stick Whip

The Stick Whip takes the very popular Fusion model and adds 3 1/2" of Whip bristles to the butt-end of the stick. Great for when you need to switch between a "stick" sound and a softer "brush" sound during a song.

List Price: $24.95

Workout Pad

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.

List Price: $23.95

For more information, visit their web site at www.vater.com.