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Vater Sugar Maple Los Angeles 5AN Nylon Tip Drum Sticks VSM5AN-0

Vater Maple 5A Los Angeles Drumsticks – Nylon Tip

Original price was: £12.49.Current price is: £11.24.

The Vater Maple 5A Los Angeles drumstick is a lightweight, responsive option for drummers who value speed, control, and articulate cymbal definition. Made from sugar maple and featuring a nylon oval tip, this stick is ideal for players who need finesse without sacrificing clarity and projection.

Key Features

  • Length: 16โ€ณ

  • Diameter: 0.570โ€ณ โ€“ Classic 5A size with slightly forward balance for added responsiveness

  • Material: Sugar Maple โ€“ Lightweight and fast with reduced hand fatigue

  • Tip Shape: Oval Nylon โ€“ Bright, articulate tone, especially on cymbals

  • Taper: Medium โ€“ Provides smooth rebound and control across various styles

  • Balance: Slightly front-weighted for improved power and dynamic response

  • Finish: Lacquered โ€“ Smooth grip with natural feel

  • Made in USA โ€“ Precision-crafted and matched for consistent performance

Availability: In stock
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Estimated Delivery Date 19/08/2025
 SKU: VSM5AN

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Description

Fast, Light, and Expressive

Crafted from sugar maple, these sticks are significantly lighter than their hickory counterparts, allowing for quicker movement and reduced fatigue-ideal for intricate patterns and long sessions.

Crisp Cymbal Definition

The oval nylon tip provides a bright, clean attack, perfect for cutting through in live settings or achieving crisp cymbal tones in the studio.

Well-Balanced Versatility

With a medium taper and slightly forward weight, the VSM5AN offers a balanced feel thatโ€™s suitable for everything from light jazz to more dynamic rock and pop performances.

Reliable and Comfortable

A smooth lacquer finish gives the stick a comfortable grip, while Vaterโ€™s precision manufacturing ensures consistent weight and pitch between every pair.

Great For:

  • Drummers looking for a lighter, quicker feel

  • Genres requiring articulate cymbal work and dynamic control

  • Players who prefer nylon tips for added brightness and clarity

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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