ProMark Rods & Brushes - Versatile Alternatives for Every Playing Style
The ProMark Rods and Brushes collection offers drummers a world of tonal variety beyond the traditional drumstick. Whether you need the warm, blended sound of brushes for a jazz gig, the controlled attack of hot rods for a quieter rehearsal, or the unique feel of multi-sticks for creative experimentation, ProMark has you covered.
Why Choose ProMark Rods & Brushes?
Tonal versatility - From whisper-quiet brushes to the punchy attack of hot rods, there's an option for every volume and genre
Premium construction - Built to ProMark's exacting standards with consistent feel and durability
Ideal for acoustic settings - Perfect for unplugged sessions, jazz venues, and low-volume rehearsals
Wide range of options - Hot rods, wire brushes, nylon brushes, multi-rods, and mallets available
65+ years of ProMark craftsmanship - Trusted by professional drummers worldwide
What's in the Range?
Hot Rods - Bundled wooden dowels that produce a softer attack than a traditional stick, great for acoustic and low-volume settings. Wire Brushes - Classic jazz brushes for sweeping, swishing, and blended cymbal tones. Nylon Brushes - More durable than wire, with a slightly brighter tone. Multi-Rods - A hybrid between a rod and a brush for a unique, versatile sound. Mallets - Ideal for soft, resonant tones on toms and cymbals.
Shop the full ProMark Rods and Brushes range online with next day UK delivery, or visit our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to try them in person before you buy.
The ProMark Cool Rods are designed with birch dowels, making them the perfect tool for unplugged gigs. This alternate sound source provides you with a more-delicate sound than the Hot Rods model. Now with playable rubber end caps
Nineteen small premium select birch dowels
Diameter: .425", Length: 16"
Smooth grip for easy playability
Unique wrap near the neck provides a tight sound with just enough texture and improves durability
All ProMark drumsticks are designed and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
The ProMark Light Nylon Brush 5B is the ideal brush for delicate playing and gentle attack. Built to last, these nylon bristles are fused to ensure optimal playability and durability. The soft-touch handle is designed with internal counterweights that make it feel like your favorite 5B rebound drumstick, so you can get the response of a 5B stick, with the tone of a light brush.
Retractable yellow light gauge nylon bristles
ProMark Light Nylon Brush 5B features a soft touch ABS handle with a 5B diameter.
This light brush has nylon bristle fusion to ensure optimal playability and durability.
The counter-weighted handle of this ProMark brush responds like a rebound stick.
ProMark Hybrid Rods give players the power to explore uncharted drumming territory. Made with a nylon dowel tip and a FireGrain 2B handle, the Hybrid Rod Nylon 2B delivers the warm and balanced tone of a nylon rod, with the feel and response of a stick. The innovative design also features an adjustable O-ring, which can be used to loosen or tighten the dowels and alter the attack accordingly. Providing enhanced playability and customizable tone, the Hybrid Rod Nylon 2B offers drummers a premium rod experience.
Provides the response and rebound of a drumstick, with the tone of a rod
Black nylon monofilament bundle with an adjustable O-Ring
ProMark Hybrid Rods give players the power to explore uncharted drumming territory. Made with a bamboo dowel tip and a FireGrain 2B handle, the Hybrid Rod Bamboo 2B delivers the low volume benefit of a rod, with the feel and response of a stick. The innovative design also features an adjustable O-ring, which can be used to loosen or tighten the dowels and alter the attack accordingly. Providing enhanced playability and customizable tone, the Hybrid Rod Bamboo 2B offers drummers a premium rod experience.
Provides the response and rebound of a drumstick, with the tone of a rod
Bamboo dowel bundle with an adjustable O-ring.
FireGrain handle for increased durability.
2B diameter.
ProMark Rods & Brushes - Expand Your Sound Beyond the Drumstick
For drummers looking to expand their sonic palette, the ProMark Rods and Brushes collection is an essential addition to any stick bag. Built with the same precision and quality that has made ProMark one of the most trusted names in drumming for over 65 years, each rod, brush, and mallet in this range is designed to give you maximum control and expression across a variety of playing contexts.
Hot rods are a favourite among drummers who need to play at lower volumes without sacrificing feel - ideal for acoustic gigs, rehearsal spaces, and recording sessions where a full stick would be too loud. Wire and nylon brushes open up a world of jazz and light pop textures, allowing you to sweep, tap, and swish your way through intricate grooves with ease. Multi-rods bridge the gap between rods and brushes, offering a unique hybrid sound that works beautifully in folk, country, and singer-songwriter settings.
Into Music Store stocks the full ProMark Rods and Brushes range at our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Pop in to try them for yourself, or order online with next day delivery across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hot rods are made from bundled wooden dowels and produce a softer, more focused attack than a traditional drumstick - great for low-volume playing while retaining a stick-like feel. Brushes, whether wire or nylon, produce a much softer, blended sound and are ideal for jazz, light pop, and acoustic settings where a sweeping or swishing technique is needed.
Yes, ProMark brushes are a popular choice for jazz drummers. Wire brushes in particular are the classic tool for jazz, allowing you to create the characteristic sweeping and swishing sounds on snare and cymbals. Hot rods are also a great option for jazz settings where a slightly more defined attack is preferred.
ProMark multi-rods are a hybrid between a traditional hot rod and a brush. They typically feature a combination of materials or a unique bundle construction that produces a sound somewhere between the two - versatile enough for folk, country, acoustic pop, and any setting where you want something a little different from a standard rod or brush.
Yes! Into Music Store is a dedicated drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. You're welcome to visit us in person to try the ProMark Rods and Brushes range before you buy - our team is always happy to help you find the right option for your playing style.
Yes, Into Music Store offers next day delivery on the full ProMark Rods and Brushes range across the UK, so you can get your new gear quickly and get back to playing.
For beginners, nylon brushes are often a great starting point as they are more durable than wire brushes and a little more forgiving in terms of technique. Hot rods are also an excellent choice for beginners who want to practise at lower volumes while maintaining a feel closer to a traditional drumstick.
