What is the Vater Splashstick?

The Vater Splashstick is Vater's multi-rod bundle - multiple thin rods bundled together to produce a softer attack and reduced volume compared to a standard drumstick. It's available in Lite, Standard, Heavy, Rock, and Bamboo versions, covering a wide range of volume and feel requirements from very quiet to near-stick levels.

What is the difference between the Vater Wiretap brush options?

The Wiretap range covers several formats - the Retractable is the classic choice for jazz and acoustic playing, the Heavy Retractable offers a fuller sound with more volume, the Wood Handle provides a traditional fixed-fan feel, and the Drumstick/Brush hybrid combines a stick handle with a wire fan for versatility. The Monster Brush is an oversized option for a bigger sound.

What is the Vater Acoustick?

The Vater Acoustick Solid is a solid rod - rather than a bundle of thin rods, it's a single solid piece that produces a defined, focused attack with reduced volume compared to a standard stick. It sits between a multi-rod and a standard stick in terms of feel and volume output.

What are Vater claves?

Vater claves are traditional Latin percussion instruments - two short, thick sticks struck together to produce the characteristic clave rhythm pattern. Vater offers them in hickory and maple, plus a smaller Kids Clave version. They're used in Latin music, world percussion, and as a rhythmic tool in many musical contexts.

Can I visit your store to try Vater brushes and rods?

Yes - our drum store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire stocks Vater brushes and rods and you're welcome to come in and try them before you buy. Our team can help you find the right tool for your playing style and volume requirements.

Do you offer next day delivery on Vater brushes and rods?

Yes, next day UK delivery is available on Vater brushes, rods, and percussion tools ordered before our daily cut-off. Check the product page or contact us for specific delivery details.

Vater Drum Brushes, Rods and Percussion Tools - Wiretap and Splashstick

Vater Rods, Brushes and Percussion Tools - Beyond the Drumstick

Vater's rods and brushes range is one of the most inventive in the industry - going well beyond standard wire brushes to offer a genuinely diverse set of tools for low-volume playing, acoustic gigs, and specialist percussion applications.

Wiretap Brushes

Vater's Wiretap series covers multiple brush formats to suit different playing styles and situations:

Wiretap Retractable - a classic retractable wire brush for jazz and acoustic playing
Wiretap Heavy Retractable - a heavier wire fan for more volume and a fuller brush sound
Wiretap Wood Handle - a fixed wire brush with a warm wooden handle for a traditional feel
Wiretap Drumstick/Brush - a hybrid tool combining a drumstick handle with a wire brush fan - two tools in one
Monster Brush - an oversized brush for a bigger, fuller sound on larger playing surfaces
Polyflex Brush - flexible poly bristles for a distinctive tone between wire and nylon

Splashstick Multi-Rods

Vater's Splashstick range is their take on the multi-rod concept, available in multiple weights for different volume and feel requirements:

Splashstick Lite - the softest and quietest option, maximum volume reduction
Splashstick - the standard model, a versatile mid-weight rod bundle
Splashstick Heavy - more attack and volume, closer to a stick in feel
Splashstick Rock - the heaviest Splashstick, built for louder playing environments
Bamboo Splashstick - a natural bamboo version for a warmer, organic tone

Specialist Tools

Acoustick Solid - a solid rod for a defined, focused attack with reduced volume
Whip Polypropylene - a flexible poly rod for a unique, whip-like attack and feel
Clave Hickory, Clave Maple, and Kids Clave - traditional clave sticks in hickory and maple, plus a smaller version for younger players
Guiro Stick - designed for playing guiro and other scraped percussion instruments

Vater Rods and Brushes at Into Music Store - The Most Inventive Range Available

Vater's approach to rods and brushes reflects the same philosophy as their drumstick range - go deeper than the obvious options and give drummers genuine choices. The Wiretap brush series alone covers more formats than most brands offer in their entire brush range, from the classic retractable to the hybrid Drumstick/Brush that gives you two tools in one. The Splashstick range is equally well thought out, with four weight options that let you dial in exactly the right balance of volume and attack for your situation.

The specialist percussion tools - claves, guiro stick, and the Whip - are a reminder that Vater's expertise extends beyond the drum kit. Whether you're a percussionist looking for quality hand percussion tools or a drummer who wants to add some Latin flavour to their setup, these are well-made, purposeful instruments.

At Into Music Store, we stock the full Vater rods and brushes range as part of our wider Vater and drumstick selection. We're a dedicated drum store UK with a physical shop in Horncastle, Lincolnshire - if you're searching for drum stores near me and want to try brushes and rods before you buy, come in and see us. For those ordering online, next day UK delivery is available on orders placed before our daily cut-off.