The Vater Zero Pad features a plush surface material and 3/4 thickness that gives drummers minimal rebound as compared to a traditional gum rubber pad. Making the player focus fine tune and strengthen their sticking mechanics and technique the single-sided Zero Pad measures 11 in diameter and is quieter in volume due to the nature of the pad material. Covering the back side of the wood base is a thin layer of soft rubber to prevent slipping when placed on a surface and can also be used in a snare stand. Each Zero Pad also includes a free printed Vater Must Know Rudiments chart as outlined by the Percussive Arts Society which is essential for any drummer’s lesson binder or practice room.