The VF Garibaldi Signature series is simply the best stick I have played with, in studio, on stage or garage jamin' in my 40 years of playing. The most noticeable feature is the balance. These sticks float in your hand, the recoil off the head or cymbal is perfect. The sticks kinetics are outstanding, producing an ease and economy of motion that is unbelieveable. The balance and feel allows for techical precision playing at any volume level through many genre's (Rock, blues, jazz, jazz fusin, 60's R&B and Christian Rock and balads). The tip shape delivers a crisp ride cymbal attack, but conversely dents drum heads easier than any stick I've played with. The Garibaldis rearely break unless they are well used and the neck has whittled down from Hi-Hat accent shots. The extra length is ideal for reaching the accent toms on my second rack and for alternating bell dome and ride cymbal patterns. I've searched for years for the stick geared to my style of playing and Garabaldi is it.

I play this model religiously now. The extra length and the taper design I feel is perfect for me. Works good for all around playing.