Detail 01
American hickory
Dense, strong material that absorbs shock and is described as resisting chipping and breaking.

Independent shopping perspective
Vater’s Studio 2 drumsticks are made from American hickory, a dense, strong material described as resisting chips and breaks. Its ability to absorb shock is intended to lessen fatigue in the hands and wrists while playing. The dowels are chosen for specified moisture content, straightness, and grain structure, then the finished sticks are computer matched for tone and weight. Manufacturing takes place in the United States.

Strong match
What matters in use
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 01
Dense, strong material that absorbs shock and is described as resisting chipping and breaking.
Detail 02
Each pair is analyzed for tone and weight matching.
Final check
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
They are manufactured in the United States.
They are made from American hickory.
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