Vegas aren't always a good choice. They're great on larger drums, but have you ever tried to get around a set of small-block tenors with them? Many sticks, including the Vegas, tend to feel a bit long and awkward on smaller drums.

Smooth White heads don't have a coating. They're simply a thick head that plays and sounds like a thick head. They can be tuned to sound good, but they won't have the ring of a Rennaisance, Suede, or even Pinstripe. Choose the head that's right for the sound you're looking for.