VATER have introduced a pair of vintage inspired brushes – the Beantown Brush. According to the company, it is a throwback to old-school brushes from decades ago. ‘Going through Jack Adams’ [Alan Vater’s Grandfather] cases, we came across some vintage brushes made specifically for Jack when he owned and operated Jack’s Drum Shop in Boston, along with playing jazz and big band himself.’
The Beantown Brush grip measures .530” for a lighter and quicker feel, combined with a thinner gauge wire for more flex and a soft sound with plenty of classic swish tonality. The rubber grip’s reddish-brown color is a nod to both the vintage brush era and Boston’s nickname of “Beantown”, where Vater’s drumstick making history began in the basement of Jack’s Drum Shop.
Basic product specs:
- Length: 13.5″ I 34.29 cm
- Grip: 0.530″ I 1.35 cm
- SKU: VWTB
- UPC: 641652049414
Ulysses Owens Jr., VATER artist and three-time GRAMMY™ Award-Winner, says:
“The Beantown Brush is a dream fulfilled. I have been searching for that brush that is a direct replica of my favorite model that is the standard for jazz brushes. They knocked it out of the park with pure craftsmanship and a brush that feels and sounds good!”
Owens is a graduate of Julliard, and has recorded and/or performed live with the likes of: Christian McBride, Kurt Elling, Gregory Porter, Joey Alexander, ETHEL, Matthew Whitaker. He is also the co-founder and artistic director of the Don’t Miss A Beat charity. DMAB’s mission is “…to blend music, art, academic achievement, and civic engagement to inspire and enlighten children and teens in the Riverside and Brooklyn communities.”
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