The Rock Slide | Balltip – Polished Brass Slides

This version of the Balltip slide is in the original and popular Polished Brass finish.  This gives a rich, warm tone and a golden glow in the looks department.  The Rock Slide Polished Brass slides are effectively one solid brass rod that has been carved by a CNC machine to fit your finger.  The brass formula that they use is very heavy to give excellent tone and sustain.  The walls of the slide are generously thick and get even more so towards the end of the slide, as it tapers on the inside.  There is also a tone ring at the fingertip that gives additional mass and helps your finger stay securely in place.  This slide really does cut through the mix.

The Balltip slides still feature everything great about the original Rock Slides.  That’s to say they are cutaway, tapered on the inside and extremely comfortable.  However, the ball nose means this slide can also be used on instruments such as Dobro or lap steel.  It also gives two playing surfaces, resulting in a longer and shorter slide option. Finally, the Balltip adds even more weight for fantastic long sustain and the ability to play on the tip of the slide.