Vater New Orleans Jazz Wood Tip

Slim, elegant, and featherlight in the hands, the Vater New Orleans Jazz sticks are designed to coax tone out of the kit, not clobber it. With a thin diameter and extended length, they deliver superb balance and finesse—ideal for the intricate phrasing and dynamics that jazz demands. Think quick cymbal patterns, delicate comping, and smooth brush-to-stick transitions. These sticks are all about expression.

Measuring in at 16.25 inches with a lean 0.555" diameter, they give you added reach and speed without any of the bulk. The weight is beautifully distributed, with a longer taper that gives them exceptional rebound and fluid motion, especially for fast ride work and soft rolls.

The barrel-shaped wood tip is a jazz classic—designed to produce crisp articulation on cymbals and clean, clear attack on drums. It’s the kind of tip that brings out the shimmer in your ride and the whisper in your snare, especially at lower volumes. Whether you’re playing a smoky backroom set or laying down a subtle groove in the studio, these sticks let every ghost note breathe.

Here at Musicmaker, these have become a fast favourite among our jazz heads and soul stylists. They’re refined, responsive, and full of character—everything you want from a stick when groove and tone take centre stage.

Features

• Material: High-quality American hickory for resilience with a refined touch

• Length: 16.25" – slightly longer for extra finesse and reach

• Diameter: 0.555" – slim profile for maximum sensitivity and control

• Tip Shape: Barrel-shaped wood tip for crisp cymbal articulation and light drum response

• Taper: Long taper for quick rebound and dynamic responsiveness

• Tone: Designed for warm, articulate sound with excellent stick definition

• Feel: Lightweight and nimble—ideal for lower volume, expressive playing

• Style Suitability: Perfect for jazz, blues, soul, acoustic, and intricate groove-based music