Vater Chad Smith Funk Blaster
Quality Drum Sticks For Live Playing
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Want to Click and Collect or try items at our Guildford Store?
The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: VTR-VHCHADW
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Product Description
The Funk Blaster drumsticks are expertly crafted for drummers seeking a versatile and durable option that balances strength with a smooth, responsive feel. Designed in collaboration with Chad Smith, these signature sticks are ideal for groove-heavy, dynamic playing styles, delivering reliability and tonal clarity across every performance. Made from premium American hickory, they provide the resilience needed for powerful hits while maintaining comfort for extended sessions. The medium taper offers excellent rebound and control, allowing for precise, expressive drumming without sacrificing speed or power. Finished with a lacquer coating, the sticks offer a secure grip and resist moisture, making them suitable for both studio work and energetic live shows. Crafted in Vater’s Massachusetts factory, each pair of Funk Blaster sticks embodies quality and consistency, ensuring drummers can perform with confidence and expressiveness every time they play. Whether you are playing funk, rock, or fusion, these sticks combine professional durability with smooth, musical response, making them a trusted tool for drummers at any level.
Key Features:
- Durable American Hickory:
Provides strength and resilience for powerful, consistent playing, ensuring long-lasting performance even during high-intensity drumming sessions. - Acorn Wood Tip:
Produces a warm, full-bodied sound that enhances tonal clarity across cymbals and drums, suitable for a variety of musical styles. - Medium Taper and Balanced Design:
Offers controlled rebound and comfortable handling, optimising both speed and power for dynamic, groove-heavy drumming.
Specifications:
- Length: 16.25″
- Diameter: 0.580″
- Material: American Hickory
- Tip Shape: Acorn wood tip
- Taper: Medium
- Balance: Designed for power and speed
- Finish: Lacquered for comfort and moisture resistance
- Origin: Made in the USA – Vater Massachusetts factory