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The addition of a round tip brings a focussed sound to our classic 5B model.
The American Sound® drum sticks are a take off on Vic Firth's most popular American Classic® models, featuring the shaft and neck specifications of the 7A, 8D & 5A, 5B, 2B & ROCK, but with a full round tip. This tip change creates a completely different sound for each model, bringing increased focus and clarity to the drums and cymbals. This line furthers Vic Firth's effort to offer drummers the ability to change their sound and without sacrificing feel and balance. All are Natural finish. Learn More

The 727 has a diameter between a 7A and 5A with a slightly longer length. Its medium taper and oval tip make a great middle of the road stick. Learn More

Full oval tip and short taper bring out the dark sounds on drums and cymbals. Learn More

Zildjian's most popular model. Full-size oval tip produces full tone. The DIP material is a special coating that is applied to the grip area of the stick to provide a comfortable, slightly tacky gripping surface. This allows drummers to loosen their grip and relax their hands.

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The 2B is a standard diameter drumstick for the heavy hitter. An excellent larger general purpose stick for rock, heavy pop and country. "The Natural" series is not coated with the standard lacquer finish and provides a natural wood feel in the hands of the player. Learn More

Solid yet forgiving to play. Maple wood provides a lightweight alternative to Hickory. Maple sticks produce dark tones on your instruments and offer a softer feel. Supplement your favorite stick with a maple version to give your playing a new, yet very familiar treatment.

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100% of Vater's drumsticks are manufactured in the USA.
All Vater Drumsticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis.
American Hickory dowels have to meet very strict quality characteristics to be made into a Vater drumstick.
Vater only uses dowels that have a specific moisture content, straightness and grain structure, to produce a higher quality drumstick.

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Designed with Korn drummer Ray Luzier, this stick features a thick neck and short taper combining a 5B shaft with the tip and taper of our ROCK stick. Learn More

The 808 has a longer taper and large round tip which allows for articulate ride cymbal work. Learn More

A round tip with a very long taper and thick neck for great control and response, especially at low dynamic levels. Learn More

Zildjian's most popular model. Full-size oval tip produces full tone.

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Barrel tip with a shorter taper. Balanced for aggressive playing, the 3A produces a fat, punchy sound.
The Vic Firth American Classic® line combines tradition and the Vic style. With bold designs for fuller sound, the Classics are turned from select hickory – a dense wood with little flex for a more pronounced sound. Hickory is also capable of withstanding a great deal of shock, making it highly durable. The wood tips are deeply back-cut for intensified cymbal response. Learn More

The first-ever metallic painted drumstick, featuring Zildjian's redesigned 5A profile in a painted Chroma Silver finish. Designed to be reliable and command attention, pearlescent paint interacts with light sources for a one-of-a-kind dazzling look. The Chroma Series is available in four metallic finishes: Chroma Blue, Pink, Silver and Gold. Made with U.S. Select Hickory.

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100% of Vater's drumsticks are manufactured in the USA.
All Vater Drumsticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis.

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