Vic Firth RUTE-X - Light

Product Description

The RUTE-X Light Gauge Rods RXL are a hybrid between a drumstick and a set of rods, built with a solid hickory handle and a tip made of thin birch dowels. The result is a more stick-like feel combined with the soft, controlled sound rods are known for. A great choice when you need to bring the volume down without losing control or feel in the stick.

• Stick-like grip and feel
• Soft sound with gentle volume
• Clearer rimshots and cross-stick capability
• Better cymbal sound compared to traditional rods

Feel and Sound

Drummers reach for rods for many reasons, whether it's volume, sound or simply feel. Vic Firth set out to solve a common compromise: that traditional rods often feel far removed from a real drumstick. The RUTE-X was therefore given a solid hickory handle for a proper stick grip in the hand, while the tip consists of 23 thin birch dowels for the classic, soft rod sound. This gives not only better feel than traditional rods but also clearer rimshots, cross-stick capability and better cymbal sound.

Who It's For

The RUTE-X suits players who need to play quietly without losing dynamics and control, whether practicing at home or on stages with lower volume requirements. Many drummers consider it an almost essential item in the stick bag.

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