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    Drumstick selection is a personal decision for drummers, as sticks come in many combinations of material, length, weight, diameter, tip, neck, and taper to suit different playing styles. Long, heavy sticks with wide diameters are best for loud, aggressive playing while short, light sticks allow for better control but less power. Hickory remains the most popular material due to its feel and durability. Drummers should consider factors like neck/taper thickness, length/diameter/weight, and tip type/size to choose sticks that match their preferred music and playing style.

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    Drumstick selection is a personal decision for drummers, as sticks come in many combinations of material, length, weight, diameter, tip, neck, and taper to suit different playing styles. Long, heavy sticks with wide diameters are best for loud, aggressive playing while short, light sticks allow for better control but less power. Hickory remains the most popular material due to its feel and durability. Drummers should consider factors like neck/taper thickness, length/diameter/weight, and tip type/size to choose sticks that match their preferred music and playing style.

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    FS TT Drumsticks

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    Drumstick selection is a personal decision for drummers, as sticks come in many combinations of material, length, weight, diameter, tip, neck, and taper to suit different playing styles. Long, heavy sticks with wide diameters are best for loud, aggressive playing while short, light sticks allow for better control but less power. Hickory remains the most popular material due to its feel and durability. Drummers should consider factors like neck/taper thickness, length/diameter/weight, and tip type/size to choose sticks that match their preferred music and playing style.

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    F I V E - S T A R

    T E C H T I P S

    DRUMSTICK SELECTION
    S electing a pair of drumsticks is one of the most personal and important decisions a
    drummer can make. To help in this process, drumstick manufacturers currently offer dozens of different models each with a unique combination of factors including material, length, weight, diameter, tip, neck, taper and finish and all designed to fit specific situations and styles. Length, weight and diameter influence the sticks control and dynamic capabilities. Long, heavy, wide sticks are designed for loud, aggressive playing. Short, light, narrow sticks are easier to handle, but may not have the power needed for more intense music. The size and shape of the tip are also factors in stick design and selection. A larger, flatter tip will create a sound with more overtones; a smaller, rounder tip will be more articulate. Nylon and wood tip types offer different tonal characteristics, as well. Drumsticks have historically been classified into A, B and S models by their neck and taper. A models had thin necks and long tapers for orchestral playing while B and S models featured thicker necks
    factor

    and shorter tapers for band and street applications. These elements are closely linked to a stickss durability, response and balance. The chart below shows the average sizes of some standard drumstick models:
    model weight length diameter neck

    7A 1.50oz 15.75 .530 .235 5A 1.75oz 16.00 .575 .255 5B 2.00oz 16.00 .600 .280 2B 2.25oz 16.25 .650 .295 Although oak, maple and other woods are often used for drumsticks, hickory remains the most popular stick material. Hickory has a comfortable, natural feel plus it is relatively abundant, durable and accepts a variety of finishes. Choose your favorite drumstick model by determining which factors are right for you and your drumming. While many drummers prefer a general-purpose 5A or 5B, its OK to try different models based on the music you play. Pick your sticks by: 1. Rolling them to make sure that theyre straight. 2. Tapping them to make sure that theyre the same pitch and weight.
    lighter styles maximum response

    heavier styles maximum durability

    neck/taper
    factor

    thick/short
    heavier styles maximum power

    thin/long
    lighter styles maximum control

    length/diameter/weight
    factor

    long/wide/heavy
    heavier styles maximum spread

    short/narrow/light
    lighter styles maximum articulation

    tip type/size

    flat/large

    round/small

    To learn more about drumsticks, including the sticks your favorite drummers play, ask your dealer or log on to the drumstick companies websites listed throughout this guide.

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