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Vic Firth Rute Pair

Original price was: £25.79.Current price is: £23.21.

The Vic Firth Rute is a unique multi-dowel stick designed for drummers and percussionists seeking a softer alternative to regular sticks with more attack than brushes. Ideal for acoustic and low-volume settings, the Rute provides excellent dynamic control and a distinctive tone that bridges the gap between sticks and brushes.

Key Features:
  • Length: 16 3/8″

  • Diameter: .750″ (Bundle width – provides a thicker grip and full-bodied response)

  • Material: Birch Dowels – Durable, flexible, and responsive with natural tone

  • Tip Shape: Flat Bundle – Produces a fat, mellow sound with reduced attack

  • Taper: N/A – Fixed dowel bundle for consistent spread and rebound

  • Finish: Rubber Handle – Comfortable, secure grip with adjustable band for tension control

Availability: In stock
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Estimated Delivery Date 16/08/2025
 SKU: VF-RUTE

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Description

The Rute is perfect for achieving lower-volume performance while maintaining rhythmic articulation. Its adjustable band allows players to modify the spread and response of the dowels, making it a versatile tool for diverse genres like acoustic rock, jazz, and singer-songwriter settings.

Sound & Feel:

  • Soft yet Defined Attack – Produces a punchy, warm tone with lower volume

  • Adjustable Rebound and Spread – Rubber band allows control over tightness and feel

  • Comfortable Grip – Rubber handle ensures control and reduces hand fatigue

Built to Last:

  • Made with premium birch dowels for strength and flexibility

  • Durable rubber handle and binding designed for frequent use

  • Manufactured to Vic Firth’s quality standards for reliable performance

Ideal For:

  • Drummers in acoustic or low-volume environments needing reduced attack

  • Musicians who want a hybrid between sticks and brushes

  • Players exploring new textures and dynamics in creative performance settings

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 £250 and others start from just £3.59. 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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