Vic Firth's best-selling stick: 16 in of hickory at 0.565 in with a teardrop tip and medium taper, pitched as a great all-around size and weight for any musical situation, which makes it the default first pair. Stick sizes are not standard across brands, so a ProMark Forward 5A at 0.551 in will feel thinner, and the nylon tip 5AN and anti-slip Vic Grip 5AVG are separate products.
- Best for
- First pair
- Not for
- Not for very young children or players who want a clearly lighter, thinner stick; the 7A or Kidsticks are smaller.
- Someone does it better
- ProMark sells its Forward 5A in a flame-tempered FireGrain version that ProMark calls its most durable Forward 5A, a treatment Vic Firth does not list for the American Classic 5A.
- Free tier
- One pair of lacquered hickory 5A sticks with wood teardrop tips; the nylon tip pair is sold separately as the 5AN.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 2995 ratings, 4.8; vicfirth.com 1 review, 5.0. Maker
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- Maker diameter.
Diameter: 0.565” | 1.44cm
source - Maker length.
Length: 16” | 40.64cm
source - Lacquer finish, wood teardrop tip.
Finish: Lacquer Tip Material: Wood Shape: Tear Drop
source - Medium taper and what it means for balance.
A medium taper gives you the best balance between the butt and the tip.
source - Positioned as an all-round size.
Great all-around size and weight for any musical situation
source - Nylon tip version exists.
Nylon tip for added clarity on cymbals and added durability
source - Grip-coated version is a separate product.
Vic Grip provides an anti-slip finish on our classic 5A design.
source - Vic Firth says each pair of its sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired.
how each pair of sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired, every detail matters.
source
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Half an inch shorter than the 5A and slightly thinner at 0.54 in, the 7A is the hickory stick Vic Firth pitches for light jazz, combo and whenever a fast, light touch is needed, and Vic Firth's guide says shorter sticks are easier to control and weigh less, which suits small hands. Thomann lists it at 42 g against 50 g for the 5A, and Vic Firth calls the thicker 5B ideal for rock.
- Best for
- Light touch, Small hands
- Not for
- Not for heavy hitters or loud rock gigs, where Vic Firth points players to the thicker 5B.
- Someone does it better
- The Vic Firth American Classic 5B is thicker at 0.595 in and Vic Firth says the added thickness gives more durability, so it holds up better to hard playing.
- Free tier
- One pair of lacquered hickory 7A sticks with wood teardrop tips; the nylon tip pair is sold separately as the 7AN.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 837 ratings, 4.8; vicfirth.com 1 review, 4.0. Maker
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- Maker use case.
Perfect for light jazz and combo or whenever a fast, light touch is needed.
source - Maker diameter and length.
Diameter: 0.54” | 1.37cm Length: 15.5” | 39.37cm
source - Lacquer finish, wood teardrop tip.
Finish: Lacquer Tip Material: Wood Shape: Tear Drop
source - Medium taper and balance.
A medium taper gives you the best balance between the butt and the tip.
source - Nylon tip version exists.
Nylon tip adds crystal clarity to cymbals.
source - Vic Firth on shorter and thinner sticks.
Shorter sticks are easier to control and weigh less.
source - Vic Firth says each pair of its sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired.
how each pair of sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired, every detail matters.
source - Thomann rating and use.
4.8 out of 5 stars from 837 customer ratings
source
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Same 16 in length as the 5A but thicker at 0.595 in; Vic Firth says the added thickness is for more durability and calls the 5B ideal for rock, band and practice. The trade is weight and handling: Thomann lists it at 54 g against 50 g for the 5A, and Vic Firth's own guide says thinner sticks are easier to handle.
- Best for
- Loud and durable
- Not for
- Not for light jazz or small hands; Vic Firth pitches the thinner 7A for light jazz and says thinner sticks are easier to handle.
- Someone does it better
- The Vic Firth American Classic 5A is thinner at 0.565 in and Vic Firth pitches it as a great all-around size and weight for any musical situation, so it is the more versatile choice.
- Free tier
- One pair of lacquered hickory 5B sticks with wood teardrop tips; the nylon tip pair is sold separately as the 5BN.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 907 ratings, 4.8. Maker
Sources (8)
- Maker durability claim.
Added thickness for more durability
source - Maker use case.
Ideal for rock, band, and practice
source - Maker diameter and length.
Diameter: 0.595” | 1.51cm Length: 16” | 40.64cm
source - Lacquer finish, wood teardrop tip.
Finish: Lacquer Tip Material: Wood Shape: Tear Drop
source - Medium taper and balance.
A medium taper gives you the best balance between the butt and the tip.
source - Nylon tip version exists.
Our classic 5B design but with a nylon tip for incredible clarity and articulation on cymbals
source - Vic Firth says each pair of its sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired.
how each pair of sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired, every detail matters.
source - Thomann customer rating.
4.8 out of 5 stars from 907 customer ratings
source
The X5A keeps the 5A's 0.565 in grip and teardrop tip but adds half an inch to 16.5 in, which Vic Firth says gives more power, leverage and reach. Vic Firth's own guide also says shorter sticks are easier to control, so if you already play a 5A, treat it as a second pair to try rather than a first.
- Best for
- Loud and durable
- Not for
- Not for small hands or young players, who will find a shorter 5A or 7A easier to control.
- Someone does it better
- The standard Vic Firth American Classic 5A is half an inch shorter, and Vic Firth's own guide says shorter sticks are easier to control and weigh less.
- Free tier
- One pair of lacquered hickory X5A sticks with wood teardrop tips; the nylon tip pair is sold separately as the X5AN.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 588 ratings, 4.8; vicfirth.com 2 reviews, 4.5. Maker
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- Extreme models add half an inch.
each feature an extra 1/2" of length, providing extra reach and power!
source - Maker positioning against the 5A.
Like our best-selling 5A, but with added length for more power, leverage, and reach
source - Maker diameter and length.
Diameter: 0.565” | 1.44cm Length: 16.5” | 41.91cm
source - Lacquer finish, wood teardrop tip.
Finish: Lacquer Tip Material: Wood Shape: Tear Drop
source - Nylon tip version exists.
Nylon tip offers a brighter cymbal sound and added durability
source - Vic Firth on shorter sticks.
Shorter sticks are easier to control and weigh less.
source - Vic Firth says each pair of its sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired.
how each pair of sticks is weight-matched and pitch-paired, every detail matters.
source - Thomann rating and description.
4.8 out of 5 stars from 588 customer ratings
source
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Nova is a hickory 5A that Thomann sells as made by Vic Firth, listed at 406 mm long and 14.3 mm thick, close to the American Classic 5A, with a nylon tip version too. Vic Firth's own website does not list the Nova line, so its specs, grading and pairing come only from retailers, one of which calls the wood grade B hickory.
- Best for
- First pair
- Not for
- Not for drummers who want the maker's published specs and Vic Firth's weight-matched, pitch-paired promise behind the pair they buy.
- Someone does it better
- The Vic Firth American Classic 5A comes with a published maker spec sheet and Vic Firth's brand claim that each pair is weight-matched and pitch-paired, neither of which Vic Firth publishes for Nova.
- Free tier
- One pair of hickory 5A sticks with wood tips in natural, black or red; a nylon tip 5AN Nova is sold separately.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 782 ratings, 4.3 for the natural wood tip; the black and red versions are rated separately.
Sources (6)
- Sold as made by Vic Firth.
Made by Vic Firth
source - Retailer length, diameter and tip.
Length: 406 mm Diameter: 14.3 mm Tip shape: Oval
source - Thomann customer rating.
4.3 out of 5 stars from 782 customer ratings
source - Nylon tip Nova 5A exists.
Vic Firth 5AN Nova Hickory Nylon Tip
source - Retailer grading claim, not from Vic Firth.
The Vic Firth Nova Drumsticks are made from grade B Hickory
source - Retailer pairing claim, not from Vic Firth.
Each pair is weight-sorted and tone-paired using Vic Firth technology
source
Kidsticks are 13 in long and 0.52 in thick, which Vic Firth calls shorter and thinner than an average stick, made from the same hickory as its full-size sticks and engineered for very young drum set players aged 3 to 8. The blue or pink color is a painted finish, not a grip coating.
- Best for
- Small hands, First pair
- Not for
- Not for players older than about 8 or adults with small hands, who are better served by a full-length 7A.
- Someone does it better
- The Vic Firth American Classic 7A is a full 15.5 in long, so a child who is outgrowing Kidsticks gets adult reach and a light touch from it.
- Free tier
- One pair of blue painted hickory sticks sized for children; a pink version is sold separately.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 112 ratings, 4.7. Maker
Sources (10)
- Maker age guidance.
Engineered to make playing easy for the very young drum set player
source - Maker age range.
ages 3 to 8. Produces a quality sound.
source - Shorter and thinner than standard.
Shorter and thinner than an average stick
source - Maker diameter and length.
Diameter: 0.52” | 1.32cm Length: 13” | 33.02cm
source - Long taper.
Taper: Long
source - Finish and tip.
Finish: Paint Tip Material: Wood Shape: Tear Drop
source - Pink version is sold separately.
Features a vibrant pink finish!
source - What a long taper does.
A long taper produces a back-heavy feel with more flex and a faster response.
source
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ProMark's classic 5A has a short taper and oval wood tip that put the weight toward the front, which ProMark says gives a forward-weighted feel for increased power, and its ProMatch process claims consistent weight and pitch pair to pair. At 0.551 in it is slightly thinner than Vic Firth's 0.565 in 5A, and if durability matters most, ProMark sells the same stick heat-tempered as FireGrain.
- Best for
- First pair, Loud and durable
- Not for
- Not for players who want a rear-weighted stick with more rebound; ProMark's Rebound line is built for that.
- Someone does it better
- The ProMark Rebound 5A uses a long taper and a rear-weighted feel that ProMark says is ideal for agility, so it suits players who want a more responsive stick than a front-weighted one.
- Free tier
- One pair of lacquered hickory sticks with oval wood tips; nylon tip and FireGrain versions are separate products.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 307 ratings, 4.7; daddario.com 1 review, 5.0. Maker
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- Short taper, oval tip, forward weighting.
features an oval tip shape and a short taper, producing a forward-weighted feel for increased power.
source - Maker diameter.
Diameter: .551" / 14mm
source - Maker length.
Length: 16" / 406.4mm
source - Maker balance spec.
Balance: Forward
source - Weight and pitch matching.
The ProMatch process ensures unrivaled consistency of weight and pitch from stick to stick, and pair to pair.
source - Front-weighted balance for power and speed.
A front-weighted balance gives Forward its timeless into-the-drum playing feel, emphasizing power and speed.
source - Heat-tempered FireGrain version exists.
ProMark's most durable Forward 5A. FireGrain is a patented heat-tempering process
source - Nylon tip version exists.
features a nylon oval tip and a short taper
source
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The Rebound 5A puts more weight toward the back with a long taper and an acorn wood tip, which ProMark says gives a rear-weighted feel that is ideal for agility, and ProMark designs the Rebound line for agility, speed and technical playing. It has the same 0.565 in grip as a Vic Firth 5A but a different balance, so try it against a forward-weighted stick before committing a whole gig to it.
- Best for
- Light touch
- Not for
- Not for drummers who want a front-heavy stick that digs into the drum for maximum power.
- Someone does it better
- The ProMark Classic Forward 5A has a short taper and a forward-weighted feel that ProMark says gives increased power, so it drives harder into the drum.
- Free tier
- One pair of lacquered hickory sticks with acorn wood tips; nylon tip, FireGrain and ActiveGrip versions are separate products.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 86 ratings, 4.7; daddario.com 2 reviews, 4.5. Maker
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- Acorn tip, long taper, rear weighting.
features an acorn tip shape and a long taper, producing a rear-weighted feel that is ideal for agility.
source - Maker diameter.
Diameter: .565" / 14.4mm
source - Maker balance spec.
Balance: Rebound
source - Weight and pitch matching.
The ProMatch process ensures unrivaled consistency of weight and pitch from stick to stick, and pair to pair.
source - Nylon tip version, oval.
The rear-weighted design of our Rebound 5A drumstick combined with our ProMark Classic Nylon Oval Tip
source - Heat-tempered FireGrain version exists.
ProMark's most durable Rebound 5A. FireGrain is a patented heat-tempering process
source - Grip-coated ActiveGrip version exists.
engineered to get tackier as your hands sweat and body temperature rises.
source - Thomann customer rating.
4.7 out of 5 stars from 86 customer ratings
source
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Sold today as the ProMark Classic Attack 5B Shira Kashi Oak, this is a thick 16 in by .590 in 5B in Japanese oak with a short taper and a forward-weighted feel that ProMark pitches for power, attack and durability, including metal. Know before choosing that ProMark calls the oak a dense, heavy wood, so this is a heavy pair built for hitting hard rather than for a light touch.
- Best for
- Loud and durable
- Not for
- Not for jazz, quiet rooms or small hands, where a dense, front-weighted 5B works against you.
- Someone does it better
- The AHEAD 5A claims to last 6 to 10 times longer than wood and has replaceable covers and tips, so wear means swapping parts instead of buying a new pair.
- Free tier
- A pair of 5B sticks in Japanese Shira Kashi oak; the oval nylon tip version is a separate model, PW5BN.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 15 ratings, 4.6. Maker
Sources (10)
- Oval tip, short taper, dense oak, forward-weighted for power and durability.
features an oval tip shape, short taper, and dense Shira Kashi Oak, producing a forward-weighted feel with increased power and durability
source - Diameter.
Diameter: .590" / 15mm
source - Length.
Length: 16" / 406.4mm
source - Weight and pitch consistency between sticks and pairs.
The ProMatch process ensures unrivaled consistency of weight and pitch from stick to stick, and pair to pair.
source - Dense, heavy wood aimed at metal drumming.
Shira Kashi Oak is a dense, heavy wood providing a sturdy feel, increased attack, and exceptional durability, making it ideal for metal drumming
source - Lacquer finish and plain oak material, no grip coating and not FireGrain.
Finish: Lacquer
source - ProMark names FireGrain in the material field of its heat treated models.
Material/Wood Type: FireGrain
source - Forward balance.
Balance: Forward
source
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Nineteen medium birch dowels bundled into a 16 in rod that ProMark says gives a lighter sound than traditional drumsticks with enough articulation, for when you need to play in a quiet environment. Know before choosing that ProMark sells them as an alternate sound source and does not compare them to any stick size; they sit in the 5A class here only because their stated .550 in diameter matches ProMark's own .551 in Classic Forward 5A.
- Best for
- Quiet practice
- Not for
- Not for drummers who need full stick volume and attack for every song of a loud gig.
- Someone does it better
- ProMark's own Lightning Rods offer more attack, increased projection and brighter cymbal sounds than the Hot Rods, and ProMark lists them as ideal for practice and reduced volume.
- Free tier
- A pair of rods, each made of nineteen medium birch dowels with a rubber end cap.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 463 ratings, 4.6; daddario.com 3 reviews, all 5 stars. Maker
Sources (11)
- Made for quiet environments.
The ProMark Hot Rods are perfect when you need to play in a quiet environment.
source - Birch dowels, lighter sound than sticks.
made using premium birch dowels and provide a lighter sound than traditional drumsticks, but enough articulation
source - Size.
Diameter: .550" Length: 16"
source - Dowel count.
Made with nineteen medium birch dowels
source - Rubber end cap.
Now featuring a new playable rubber end cap for a fuller tone on drums and cymbals.
source - Balance as listed by the maker.
Balance: Rebound
source - Plain birch handle, raw finish, not FireGrain.
Handle Material: Birch
source - ProMark's own 5A is .551 in, the basis for the 5A size class.
Diameter: .551" / 14mm
source
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Vater makes its 5A at 16 in by 0.57 in in hickory and describes it as very well balanced and heavier toward the tip for fast attack and response on drums. Know before choosing that 5A sizes differ by brand: Vater lists 0.57 in, Zildjian lists .560 in for its 5A DIP and ProMark lists .551 in for its Classic Forward 5A, so try one pair before buying several.
- Best for
- First pair
- Not for
- Not for players who want a back weighted stick, since Vater describes this one as heavier toward the tip.
- Someone does it better
- The Zildjian 5A DIP adds a slightly tacky grip coating that Zildjian says lets you loosen your grip and relax your hands, which the lacquered Los Angeles 5A does not have.
- Free tier
- A pair of hickory 5A sticks; wood tip and nylon tip are separate models.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 285 ratings, 4.7. Maker
Sources (7)
- Balance and attack.
Very well balanced stick. Heavier toward the tip for fast attack and response on drums.
source - Length, diameter and wood tip shape.
"dimensions_length":16.0,"dimensions_diameter":0.57,"tip_shape":"teardrop"
source - Nylon tip version has an oval tip.
Oval nylon tip for a bright sound.
source - Tone and weight matched.
All Vater Drumsticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis.
source - Finish is regular lacquer, no grip coating.
"name":"Regular Lacquer"
source - Thomann customer rating.
4.7 out of 5 stars from 285 customer ratings
source - Thomann restates the balance and lists American hickory.
Very well balanced stick, heavier toward the tip for fast response
source
A thin 0.54 in hickory 7A that Vater makes longer than an average 7A, at 16 in, with a small round tip for defined cymbal work. Know before choosing that it is the same 16 in length as Vater's Los Angeles 5A, so you get a thin grip with full length reach, not a short stick.
- Best for
- Light touch, Small hands
- Not for
- Not for drummers who chose 7A to get a shorter stick, since Vater makes this one 16 in long.
- Someone does it better
- Meinl weighs and sorts its raw dowels so that only lightweight hickory becomes Big Apple sticks, a line that includes the Big Apple Bop 7A and that Meinl pitches for fast ride patterns; Vater describes no such weight sort for the Manhattan.
- Free tier
- A pair of hickory 7A sticks; wood tip and nylon tip are separate models.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 254 ratings, 4.7. Maker
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- Longer than average 7A, small round tip.
Longer than an average 7A with a small round tip for defined cymbal work.
source - Length, diameter, tip tag.
"dimensions_length":16.0,"dimensions_diameter":0.54,"tip_shape":"ball"
source - Nylon version has a small teardrop tip.
Longer than an average 7A with a small teardrop nylon tip for defined cymbal work.
source - Tone and weight matched.
All Vater Drumsticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis.
source - Finish is regular lacquer, no grip coating.
"name":"Regular Lacquer"
source - Thomann customer rating.
4.7 out of 5 stars from 254 customer ratings
source - Thomann restates size and length.
Longer than the average 7A model
source - Meinl sorts lightweight hickory into Big Apple sticks.
only lightweight hickory becomes Big Apple sticks (which are great for fast ride patterns)
source
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Zildjian's most popular 5A shape with a slightly tacky DIP coating on the grip area, which Zildjian says lets you loosen your grip and relax your hands. Know before choosing that the coating covers only the grip, and one of the two reviews on zildjian.com says the sticks do not grip as much after use.
- Best for
- First pair, Sore hands
- Not for
- Not for drummers who prefer a smooth, plain wood feel in the hand.
- Someone does it better
- Vater backs its Los Angeles 5A with a claim that all its sticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis, which Zildjian does not state for the DIP.
- Free tier
- A pair of hickory 5A sticks with the DIP grip coating; purple, maple green and nylon tip DIP versions are separate models.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 144 ratings, 4.2 for the 5A Black Dip; zildjian.com 2 reviews, 4.5. Maker
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- DIP is a grip coating.
The DIP material is a special coating that is applied to the grip area of the stick
source - Maker says it relaxes the hands.
This allows drummers to loosen their grip and relax their hands.
source - Shape and balance.
Mid-sized shaft and medium taper provide a versitile balance and feel great for any playing style
source - Diameter.
Diameter: .560” | 1.42cm
source - Length.
Length: 16” | 40.64cm
source - Oval tip, most popular model.
Our most popular model. Full-size oval tip produces full tone.
source - A zildjian.com reviewer reports the grip fading.
For me the sticks don’t really grip as much anymore but they sticks are strong and really good
source - Nylon tip DIP version.
Z5AND
source
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A middle of the road 5A in American hickory with an acorn tip, medium taper and medium weight, weight and pitch matched, with a tip Meinl says gives full response on cymbals and drums with clarity and articulation. Know before choosing that Meinl sources its hickory from the Appalachian region but makes the sticks in Germany, and that Thomann shows only 27 ratings for it.
- Best for
- First pair
- Not for
- Not for drummers who want a front heavy stick for power, since Meinl rates it medium weight with a medium taper.
- Someone does it better
- The Zildjian 5A DIP adds a tacky grip coating that Zildjian says lets you relax your hands; Meinl describes no grip treatment on the Standard 5A.
- Free tier
- A pair of American hickory 5A sticks with acorn wood tips.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 27 ratings, 4.7. Maker
Sources (10)
- Weight and pitch matched, acorn tip.
Weight & Pitch Matched
source - Length 16 in.
16″
source - Diameter 0.565 in.
0.565″
source - Medium taper.
Taper Length: Medium
source - Medium weight class.
Weight: Medium
source - Tone on cymbals and drums.
The Classic acorn tip shape produces full tonal response on cymbals and drums with clarity and articulation.
source - Hickory sourced from the Appalachian region.
Our American hickory comes from the Appalachian region, one of the only places in the world to find this special wood.
source - Made in Germany.
Finally, Meinl sticks are proudly made in Germany.
source
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Thomann's own brand 5A in maple, 402 mm long and 14.9 mm thick with a tear shaped wood tip, so it is a little shorter and thicker than the 16 in by 0.565 in Meinl Standard 5A. Know before choosing that maple is a lighter and less dense wood than hickory, and Thomann reviews include reports of these sticks wearing out fast on crashes and hi-hats.
- Best for
- First pair
- Not for
- Not for hard hitters or cymbal heavy playing, where Thomann reviewers report the maple wears out quickly.
- Someone does it better
- The Meinl Standard 5A is American hickory, which Meinl describes as more durable than maple, and is weight and pitch matched.
- Free tier
- A pair of maple 5A sticks with wooden tips; a nylon tip 5AN version is a separate product.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 2728 ratings, 4.0. Maker
Sources (9)
- Material and tip.
Material: Maple wood
source - Length.
Length: 402 mm
source - Diameter.
Body: Ø 14,9 mm
source - Weight.
45,5 g
source - Thomann customer rating.
4.0 out of 5 stars from 2728 customer ratings
source - A reviewer reports fast wear on crashes and hi-hats.
as soon as you hit a crash or hi-hat, these things disintegrate in a few minutes
source - Millenium is Thomann's own brand.
Millenium is Thomann's own brand.
source - Maple is lighter and less dense than hickory.
A much lighter and less dense wood than hickory.
source
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An aluminum core 5A with a replaceable polyurethane cover and screw-on tip that AHEAD says has 50% less shock and lasts 6 to 10 times longer than wood, so worn parts are swapped rather than the whole pair. Know before choosing that it is thinner than the wood 5As here at 0.540 in, the same as Vater's Manhattan 7A, and some Thomann reviewers find it heavier and less natural in the hand than wood.
- Best for
- Loud and durable, Sore hands
- Not for
- Not for drummers who want the feel and sound of a wood stick, which some Thomann reviewers say these do not match.
- Someone does it better
- The Vater Los Angeles 5A gives the feel of real hickory at a fuller 0.57 in diameter and is rated 4.7 on Thomann against 4.4 for the AHEAD 5A.
- Free tier
- A pair of aluminum core 5A sticks with medium taper polyurethane covers and plastic tips fitted, which AHEAD calls nylon in its feature list and DELRIN in its spec table; replacement covers, tips and rings are sold separately.
- Stores
- App Store not on this store. Google Play not on this store. Thomann 109 ratings, 4.4. Maker
Sources (16)
- Durability claim.
Last 6 to 10 times longer than wood drumsticks
source - Shock claim.
50% less shock than wood drumsticks
source - Rebound claim on the product page.
5% more rebound than wood drumsticks
source - Weight consistency within 1%.
High precision alloy core guarantees consistent weight and balance variations of less that 1%
source - Replaceable parts.
Replaceable covers, tips and rings
source - Nylon tip.
High quality, unbreakable nylon tip provides a brighter, more articulate sound
source - Diameter.
0.540 inches
source - Weight.
53 grams
source
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