Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes
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A hip trick now revealed by the master.
Steve Gadd and Vic Firth have solved the age-old problem of wire brushes snagging on new coated drumheads. By slightly angling the wires in the top 3/4" of the playing end, Steve Gadd wire brushes glide across the drum head with a smooth sweep and a velvet swish sound. The angled wires also increase surface contact to generate increased volume.
Features
- Solves problem of wire brushes snagging on new coated drumhead
- Slightly angled wires in the top 3/4" of playing end
- Smoother sweep
- Velvet swish sound
Innovative brushes from the groove genius! Order today.
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75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
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- Easy to use (3)
- Good quality (3)
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Most Liked Positive Review
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The Steve Gadd Brushes are great! The design is one of those ideas that make you wonder, "Why didn't someone think of this sooner?" They give a nice, solid "swi...Read complete review
The Steve Gadd Brushes are great! The design is one of those ideas that make you wonder, "Why didn't someone think of this sooner?" They give a nice, solid "swish", especially on a newer coated drumhead. The tips of the wires, being angled away from the drumhead, simply don't snag on the coating of the head. And, these brushes just invite you to try new techniques, like applying more pressure to your swish without worrying about the dreaded "snag." Certain special techniques, like laying the open brush on the snare head and rolling it back and forth have a different feel with these brushes. And, a single-stroke roll requires a slightly different approach, due to the fact that there is more actual metal brush area in contact with the head. But these minor adjustmens aren't problems, just new ways of playing!For some inspirational brush playing, you might check out Jeff Hamilton and Steve Smith playing "Salt Peanuts" on YouTube. Just two drummers with brushes and two snare drums. Steve Smith is using Vic Firth's traditional brush (the ones with the purple handle) and Jeff Hamilton is using his Regal Tip signature model. Neither of these have the Gadd bent wires feature, but you'll be amazed at the tasteful brushwork.Anyway, nice comfortable rubber handle, smooth retraction, reliable locking mechanism (full spread or a bit thinner) and that always-reliable Vic Firth quality.Twenty-some dollars isn't cheap, especially these days, but you won't be disappointed. And, unless you play very hard, these brushes are very durable and sturdy.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Way too quiet and flimsy!
These brushes are insanely quiet. The wire isn't stiff wire, like ordinary wire brushes, that produces that crisp, clear, but accoustic sounding style. The wies on the brushes are very flimsy, not...Read complete review
These brushes are insanely quiet. The wire isn't stiff wire, like ordinary wire brushes, that produces that crisp, clear, but accoustic sounding style. The wies on the brushes are very flimsy, not bad quality, just the preference of whoever buys them I guess. I wanted that great tone that I've been hearing on my favorite artists' records, but found out that, by experience, this wasn't that kind of brush. If you're looking to record an accoustic session, I would not reccomend. Try to look into brushes that are stiffer. I don't know why people have liked these brushes, but as my personal preference and advice to everybody else, go with something else. These are not my cup of tea, and are having to buy other brushes to replace them, even though I don't even think I hve the money now. Good luck with your choice! Hope I've helped :)))
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Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
These brushes are insanely quiet. The wire isn't stiff wire, like ordinary wire brushes, that produces that crisp, clear, but accoustic sounding style. The wies on the brushes are very flimsy, not bad quality, just the preference of whoever buys them I guess. I wanted that great tone that I've been hearing on my favorite artists' records, but found out that, by experience, this wasn't that kind of brush. If you're looking to record an accoustic session, I would not reccomend. Try to look into brushes that are stiffer. I don't know why people have liked these brushes, but as my personal preference and advice to everybody else, go with something else. These are not my cup of tea, and are having to buy other brushes to replace them, even though I don't even think I hve the money now. Good luck with your choice! Hope I've helped :)))
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
- Light
Cons
Best Uses
- Jazz
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
I tried these last week to roll on a crash cymbal. It was so beautiful! I can't believe the quality of these brushes. They feel very comfortable in my hands, lightweight, great for jazz performances. Definitely invest in some of these. They're wonderful.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Concerts
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
Great quality brushes, I know Steve personally from our old drum corps days. We played together for many years. And I know anything with Steves name on it is top quality. I play mostly country - western so I do a lot of brush work. These are with-out a doubt the best brushes I have ever used.
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- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
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Best Uses
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
the drummer loves them
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
These brushes do what they're supposed to do. Very playable which makes them musical. Well constructed and gig-tough. The 45 degree angle does keep them from snagging on heads. Adjustable width via the push-pull rod works well and stays in place while playing allowing for degree of attack or swirl effect. Just be careful to notice if the angle is up or down before before playing. One of the happier purchases in a long time!!
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
An extremely expressive, great sounding brush. Mine is going on 2 years and I have yet to bend or lose a wire. It's sturdy enough to pull rim knocks and rimshots off with and sounds great doing it. You won't get a lot of 'sweep' with it no matter how much you extend the wires, but you will get a unique snappy quality that enables you to swish the wires back and forth more rapidly than any roll - a great fill-in or crescendo building effect. I docked a couple points because of price - perhaps these are why Steve gets to be the highest paid session drummer. Still, they're well worth it. They were my first brushes, and are still my mainstays.
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
The Steve Gadd Brushes are great! The design is one of those ideas that make you wonder, "Why didn't someone think of this sooner?" They give a nice, solid "swish", especially on a newer coated drumhead. The tips of the wires, being angled away from the drumhead, simply don't snag on the coating of the head. And, these brushes just invite you to try new techniques, like applying more pressure to your swish without worrying about the dreaded "snag." Certain special techniques, like laying the open brush on the snare head and rolling it back and forth have a different feel with these brushes. And, a single-stroke roll requires a slightly different approach, due to the fact that there is more actual metal brush area in contact with the head. But these minor adjustmens aren't problems, just new ways of playing!For some inspirational brush playing, you might check out Jeff Hamilton and Steve Smith playing "Salt Peanuts" on YouTube. Just two drummers with brushes and two snare drums. Steve Smith is using Vic Firth's traditional brush (the ones with the purple handle) and Jeff Hamilton is using his Regal Tip signature model. Neither of these have the Gadd bent wires feature, but you'll be amazed at the tasteful brushwork.Anyway, nice comfortable rubber handle, smooth retraction, reliable locking mechanism (full spread or a bit thinner) and that always-reliable Vic Firth quality.Twenty-some dollars isn't cheap, especially these days, but you won't be disappointed. And, unless you play very hard, these brushes are very durable and sturdy.
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
Man I really could not ask for better brushes! Good tone when it comes in contact with the drum, good bend near the tips, and does NOT scratch your cymbals! :D
Comments about Vic Firth Steve Gadd Wire Brushes:
I am a above average rock drummer, but I have always been an inept brush player. I just never could get the flow or snap that I see others get. UNTIL THESE BRUSHES. I immediately went from inept to "okay". No snagging, more consistent contact with the head, easy to control. The bent edges control the pressure factor for untrained brush players like myself and make it MUCH easier. It really is like cheating. Thanks VF and Gadd. AMAZING product.
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Gonna be honest - I have no prior experience with brushes. I am a newbie to the ways of the brush. That being said, I can say with complete confidence that I love these.The handle is perfect - the exact weight and feel of a stick. It makes playing with them all the more enjoyable, because, for me, it doesn't feel so different from a stick.The sound these things put out, of course, is far different from a stick. Why wouldn't it be? Now, while I haven't really used brushes before, I have heard quite a few, and I must say, these are some of the best sounding ever. A perfect swish, made all the better by my Remo FiberSkyn 3 snare head.If you're thinking about getting these, stop thinking, and just get them. Do it.
