Vater Introduces New Range of Brushes

January 29, 1998 -- Vater is pleased to announce the launch of a new range of brushes. Working in close collaboration with Marvin "Smitty" Smith, Voter is now ready to offer the new Vater Wire Tap Brushes.

Made from the finest nickel plated wire, all Wire Top Brushes feature a unique hard tap surface next to the brush spread. This hard tap surface creates a muck improved sound when striking the drum and rim. and prevents excessive wear on the drum heads. The four models include:

Wire Retractable Rubber

Ultra quiet, soft grip with infinite spread adjustment - holds the spread where you want it without the need for pull rod notches. List price: $25.95

Wire Standard Rubber

Non-retractable, light in weight with soft grip, hard nylon end cap for stick effects wick 'includes metal rivet for cymbal scrapes. List price: $25.95

Wire Wooden Handle

Features our most popular 5A size grip for optimum comfort and feel, with exclusive metal rivet for cymbal scrapes. List Price: $10.05

Wire Drumstick Brush

Features the versatility of a stick with an oval tip and brush in one, for special effect a stick with an oval tip and brush in one, for special effect playing and quick changes. List price $19.95.

For further information, contact Vater, 270 Centre Street, Holbrook MA 02343; Phone 607-767-1877. Visit their web site at www.vater.com.