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Vater Hickory Drumsticks 4-pack - Fatback 3A - Wood Tip

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Vater Prepacks: a Smarter Way to Buy Sticks

Wood drumsticks break. It's just part of our job. So instead of rushing out to the music store 10 minutes before showtime, why not stock up for a rainy day, and save money in the process, with Vater drumstick prepacks. Vater's select hickory feels substantial in the hands. Each pair of these 3As is matched by weight for exceptional left-right balance. Vater's wood tips exhibit a dynamic response on cymbals and a familiar rebound on drums for accurate buzzes and rudiments.

Discover a better drumstick with Vater

Whether you play an acoustic kit, electronic drums, or auxiliary percussion, Vater makes a stick that's right for you. Sweetwater's selection of Vater products ranges from signature sticks from industry heavy hitters to off-the-shelf maple and hickory sticks for jazz to metal players. We also carry specialty products, like the Poly Strand kit and cajon brushes and StickMate shaker and tambourine. Vater drumsticks and accessories put tonal choice, playability, and dependability into your hands.

Vater Drumsticks Fatback 3A Wood Tip Prepack Features:
  • Includes 4 pairs of Vater drumsticks
  • Model: Fatback 3A
  • Made from select American hickory
  • Each pair is matched by weight for exceptional L-R balance
  • Wood tips offer a dynamic cymbal sound and familiar rebound
  • Front weighted for a fast, direct attack
  • Length: 16"
  • Diameter: 0.590"
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Tech Specs

  • Type: Sticks
  • Model: Fatback
  • Material: Hickory
  • Size: 3A
  • Length: 16"
  • Diameter: .590"
  • Tip Material: Wood
  • Tip Shape: Barrel
  • Manufacturer Part Number: VSP3AW

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Rated 5/5

Great stick!

I absolutely love these sticks!! I have played a 5B for years but as I get older, they feel a little too thick for my liking. I contacted Vater about a suggestion for a stick that’s not as think as a 5B. They suggested this stick and I’m glad they did! I love the feel and the taper of the stick. I really like the tip as well. I’m used to playing an acorn tip but I’m liking this tip better. Great job Vater!! You guys rock!!
Music background: Professional musician
Rated 5/5

Baseball bats for an unbeatable price!

As a big fan of Dave Grohl, I was considering trying his Zildjian signature drumsticks. However, haven't exactly had the best of luck with Zildjian's sticks, but I have always had a good experience using Vater's. While I only bought one of these pairs of sticks and now prefer lighter 5Bs, I can say without a doubt that these sticks are a must have for hard hitters! If I ever do get around to playing acoustic drums again, I will definitely be buying this multipack! Vater is one of the only drum companies who hasn't raised their prices, and I have massive respect for them for that.

Try these sticks playing In Bloom and My Hero. They were made for punk rock!
Music background: Novice drummer and tone deaf singer!
Rated 5/5

Just my first day with them, but wow.

I've been using the VF Danny Carey and Steve Gadd models lately but I wasn't getting the rebound I want and these 3A's have been on my radar for a while as I also wanted a barrel tip again. Fatbacks feel like perfect and I practiced on and off for four hours today. They feel great and they seem pretty durable.
Music background: Hit drum.
Rated 5/5

So many sticks, not enough time

Like you, I've tried every size, length and tip. I really like pro marks but I keep buying these 3A Fatbacks. I have thick hands and I love the way these feel and play. I play a little heavy handed and these deliver. I love the taper and the tip. Great sticks.
Music background: 20+ yrs 60's rock
Rated 3/5

You get what you pay for...

This review is based on a single 4-pack. I decided to give these sticks a try as they were similar in size to my favorite sticks (Vic Firth 55A) and endorsed by a drummer I follow. They are quite a bit cheaper at 8$ a pair. However these sticks are not pair matched nearly as tightly as Vic Firth (usually +/- 1 gram). The 8 Vater sticks ranged from 49 gram to 61 grams (20% difference from lightest to heaviest)- with "matched" pairs being +/- 2 to 4 grams. So out of 4 pairs, I wasn't really happy with any of them (1 pair too light, 1 pair too heavy, 2 pair in the range that I like but not well matched). Return shipping costs almost as much as sticks so I will keep em as spares. Bottom line: If you are not picky about your sticks they are a decent value... your results may vary.
Music background: Gigging drummer 30+ years
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