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Vic Firth · Bass drum beaters

Vic Firth VicKick Fleece-Covered Bass Drum Beater

The fleece-covered oval head and metal shaft.
The fleece-covered oval head and metal shaft.

When to choose it

Compare the VKB3 when you want the contact of fleece over felt for a rounded bass drum attack. The oval head has published dimensions of three inches by 2¾ inches. Compare the head’s clearance around adjacent hardware before using it on a double pedal, particularly when the two receivers are close together.

Vic Firth documents one mounting orientation for this fleece model. If you want to compare two strike faces on the same beater, a reversible felt-and-plastic model is a different choice. Check the pedal’s receiver and the playing surface’s material guidance before buying the VKB3.

Specifications

Brand
Vic Firth
Construction
Fleece-covered beater
Playing task
Pedal setup
Model
VKB3
Face
Fleece over felt
Head
Oval, 3 × 2.75 in
Length
8.125 in
Orientation
One position
Amazon.com reference
B00IN7EFM6

Fit and buying advice

Verify receiver fit and head clearance before using on a double pedal.

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Documentation

Questions about this accessory

Does the fleece model have the same two positions as the felt VicKick?

Vic Firth describes one position for the VKB3 fleece model. Some other VicKick models offer two positions.

What should I measure on a double pedal?

Check the spacing between receivers and nearby hardware against the oval head dimensions. Confirm clearance through the pedal’s travel.

How can I compare it with a hard face?

Use the same compatible drum or pad and hold shaft height steady. Follow the playing-surface maker’s contact guidance.

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