Vic Firth Live Wires Brush

£39.69

Designed to cut through with clarity and power, the Vic Firth Live Wires Brush (VF-LW) brings a bold, articulate voice to your brush playing. Featuring retractable heavy gauge wire and a small, round bead on the tip of each strand, this brush delivers an extra sharp snap – perfect for drummers who need heightened definition on both cymbals and drums. Whether in live performance or studio sessions, the Live Wires offer a crisp, bright sound that stands out in the mix.

Key Features:
  • Length: 13.5โ€ณ โ€“ Compact for control and precision

  • Wire Type: Heavy Gauge with Beaded Tips โ€“ Each strand features a small metal bead for added attack

  • Construction: Retractable โ€“ Adjustable spread and protection when not in use

  • Grip Type: Textured Rubber Handle โ€“ Comfortable and secure for extended playing

  • Brush Type: Beaded Wire โ€“ Designed for sharp articulation and dynamic snap

Availability: Available to order SKU: VF-LW

Description

With their unique beaded wire tips, the Live Wires produce a distinct, percussive tone that enhances clarity and projection – especially on ride cymbals, snare drum accents, and rim shots. The heavy wire gauge offers strong rebound and a firm feel, making them ideal for high-energy brush work without sacrificing musicality.

Sound & Feel:

  • Sharp and Articulate โ€“ Beaded wire tips enhance cymbal and drum attack

  • Loud and Defined โ€“ Designed to project clearly in live settings

  • Firm and Responsive โ€“ Heavy gauge wire offers great rebound and control

Built to Last:

  • Durable wire construction with reinforced beaded tips

  • Retractable design protects wires and allows for adjustable spread

  • High-quality materials meet Vic Firthโ€™s trusted performance standards

Ideal For:

  • Live drummers who need maximum clarity and projection

  • Jazz, fusion, and experimental players exploring high-definition brush sounds

  • Musicians who want the snap of a stick with the finesse of a brush

Any items held at our warehouse and ordered before 12pm will be dispatched same-day. For any special order items, we will be in touch directly with tracking information. Delivery is free for most of the U.K. on all orders over ยฃ250 and others start from just ยฃ3.59. We offer 'Express Shipping' on all items meaning that, for most parts of the U.K., your order will be with you next working day. In some areas, such as the Highlands and Islands, delivery will be two days (this will be reflected in your estimated delivery date at checkout). Most items are shipped with DPD meaning you will be given a one hour delivery window on the day of delivery. Smaller items are sent First Class with Royal Mail. If you are in a hurry or need a more specific delivery date and time delivery upgrades such as Next Day before 10am, Next Day before 12pm and Saturday or Sunday delivery can be selected at checkout. Our DPD deliveries are carbon neutral and, where possible, we reuse packing to cut down on waste.

At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)

If within 30 days of receiving your purchase you decide it is not right for you providing it is returned in “as new” condition within its unopened original packing we will refund or exchange your item as desired. In cases where packaging has been opened we may be unable to offer a refund but in some cases will offer a refund that reflects the reduced resale value of the item.

We do our best to make sure every aspect of your Drum Central order goes smoothly but in the event that an item arrives either damaged or incorrect then notify us within 14 days and we will arrange a free collection so as to get the item swapped or replaced.

If your purchase develops a fault within the 2 year warranty period you can return it to us and we will repair or replace it. A fault is defined as a defect that you would not normally expect to occur through normal wear and tear and that has not been caused by improper use.

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