My favorite sticks

[Zildjian 242]

My favorite stick to use on the set is my Pro Mark 747's Jap Oak...The feel like a 5a, but are more thick up on the shaft so they last longer

On the practice pad i use Pro Mark Jeff Moore..There really thick and long (Length 17", Diameter ,720)

Lastly on the V drums im using the 747's

[Motley_Drummer]

Myne are AHEAD I have the tommy lee silver series

[ledzepjb]

Sticks - Vic Firth Signature Series Akira Jimbo.

Bundles - Vic Firth Rute 505.

Brushes - Regal Tip Hickory Handle 550W.


I tried vic firth signature series akira jimbo but i kept getting blisters on my hands and I would sometimes bleed. I went on vic firths web site and checks out were they got there wood. i found out that Los Cobos had the same wood but with a different finish on the sticks. I tried them out and little did I know I havent gotten a blister for two years.

[bonzo49]

Promark 7A Wooden Tip

[aug11th]

how come no one uses ahead sticks? Is there anything wrong with them?

[drumbum1977]

Gotta love my Vic Firth - Dave Weckl's

[smutpower]

promark elvin jones signature sticks works for me :)

[Class A Drummer]

how come no one uses ahead sticks? Is there anything wrong with them?
Alot of them tend to be really expensive, and not so great sticks. ie joey jordison sticks, my friend payed 30 something bucks for them, turned out to be alright, but nothing special..

[Class A Drummer]

Gotta love my Vic Firth - Dave Weckl's
Really? which pair do you have? I just recently bought the heavier pair of weckls ( the one with the darker finish ) and i like em, but not that much. I guess just the feeling that im playing with his signatures makes me feel special inside. But i do like the fact that i seem to get a great deal of power out of them for the size. I just wish that they would be a slight bit on the lighter side.

[gretsch223]

Jazz- John Riley Sig (Don't Last A Long Time), Bill Stewart Sig (Also don't last a long time), Vic firth 7As.

Rock- Vic Firth Charlie Watts Sig, 7As, and 5As depending on the song.

Funk- Dave Weckl Sigs (Orangy Finish)

[Rick Wilkinson]

My favorite sticks are...

Vick Firth 5 A
and
I love the Pro-mark 727

But I cover them with StickShield. And I've never had Rim-Shot damage since! Very Cool stuff

http://stickshield.com

[jazzsnob]

Vic Firth SD9 Drivers. Best stick I've ever used. Works extremely well for every style.

[rendezvous_drummer]

The Dave Weckl regular sticks are a darker burgundy colour, where the Dave Weckl evolution sticks are more of an orange colour. I prefer the evolutions.

[hauk]

i'm thinkin about trying some 5Bs soon, how much thicker than 5As are they?

[vedox1024]

i can't believe i just read 8 pages of forum about sticks, but i just can't get enough of people's opinions on everything drums!

I like to use Vic Firth 5BNs. They're nylon tip, so there's plenty of cut, but they're also bigger, so that bottom end from the drums, and wash from the cymbals can really come out. Most of the time i can't use these because i tend to play too loud, and don't like to have to hold back.

my main sticks are vic firth 5ANs. i used to break a ton of these, but then i lowered my cymbals a couple inches, and started paying some attention to how i play, and now my sticks last months.

when i'm playing jazz, or small gigs, i'm always using my Peter Erskine ride sticks. they're still fat enough to fit my hands, but the taper and tip makes for a quiet, responsive, and articulated stick. A+ on this stick.

as for anyone wanting to use the Ahead sticks... i got the joey jordison model, and all the way back home i really liked them. the balance was amazingly comfortable, they were heavy, but not big. Then i played my cymbals with them. Zero attack and response compared to a wood stick, and everything i played was completely washed out. i wish i had had a chance to try them out before, or someone had told me that they did that. it really sounds like using the butt end of a stick on the cymbals.

[hauk]

i had been using 2Bs till i found an old pair of jazz 3Ds which i really like. Unfortunately, i dont think they're made anymore. i like them cause they're small but heavier than 5As, for example - 5As feel like i'm playing with nothing, and 2Bs i realize now are tree trunks heheh. the bad part is, the tips on the 3Ds are chipping alot by now... i need 3D-esque nylon tipped sticks!

also, are the promark japanese oak sticks substantially heavier than their hickory counterparts?

[Pinner]

I feel like goldy locks and the three pairs of sticks here.
I loved cheap 5B's Guitar Center brand or Z's then got some cheap 5A's but now I found these Pro-Mark 747 japan oak and they feel just right in my hand and they are heavey enough to get that bounce back I like.They are Neil Peart Millennium II sticks. I have played with 747 sticks before but they must not have been oak they felt light.
So there you have my stick choice.Gotta love the hard woods.
Pinner

[Slimeball]

I use either Vater 5B or Fusion. Whatever one I see lying around first.

[jiltednut]

Anybody tried eXcel drumsticks?? I seen someone, forget the name, talking about them here a few months ago, and bought some out of curiosity, not a big fan of "powersticks" but the "speedsticks" and regular sticks are really cool, nice feel to them and they're practically indestructible, great sticks.

[Drum-Head]

I've been using the Vater Virgil Donati Assaults signature sticks (L. 16.375" / D. 0.630") for many years now, I love the feel of them.

[gusty]

zildjian 5b. quite heavy sticks, almost feel like a 2b, when i play them i feel i have a lot of control, wheres when i play my pro mark 5a's i feel like im playing with a pair of twigs. wood tip, awsome sticks.

[BlazerDan]

I use Vater sugar maple Blazers Which are close to the feel of the Thomas Lang Sticks yet they have a slightly better feel when applying them to moeller techniques, i can play the way jojo mayer does with only these sticks, matched or trad. is also something to take into consideration when choosing sticks alot of drummer tend to pick lighter sticks because its easier for them to play fast whereas if they switched to a heavier stick they would realise that their playing would become much more precise and controlable, also lighter sticks when used playing fast can do lots of damage to your finger joints, its a good idea to choose a stick that isnt making your hand tighten to close the fulcrum , but a stick that sits perfectly in your hand as though there is nothing there and your just closing your hand, when playing lighter peices it is obviosly easier to use smaller lighter sticks e.g 7as etc. also when your playing with lighter sticks in a heavier environment, because the sticks are smaller they tend to slip out of your hands thus getting rid of the whole idea of the fulcrum and using only the thumb and first two fingers causing damage to the joints, this is how you cause arthitis, when joints are over stretched repetitivly.
if younger drummer realised that heavier bigger sticks are sometimes better they would realise less effort is needed to acheive double stroke rolls etc because there is more wood for the vibration to resonate through thus making a larger reaction to being hit.

hope this helped
Dan sonor sabian remo vater drum workshop hardware

[sgt.pepper1986]

I've recently switched to Zildjian ROCK and Vater ROCK size sticks. I like them both a lot, but I had to put tape on the Vaters, because they were really slippery.

[GRUNTERSDAD]

Three actually

Vater Hickory 5A nylon tip
Pro-Mark Millennium 5AL Ringo Starr , almost 17 inches long
Vater Rikiki Rockett's Bottle Rockets for my practice pad..weird shape but great grip and weight for hours of drum pad work.

[Ozzy Biz]

I play three types at the moment; all Vater.

5A Los Angeles --> just a great all-round stick

New Orleans Jazz --> very similar to 5A but a little thinner and lighter. Nice for quiet or delicate stuff

3A Fatback --> like a 5B, but with a quick taper on the shoulder, more weight up top. Great for rock and heavier playing. Using less since I got new Bosphorus cymbals

Biz

[Drummer30]

Vic Firth Dave Weckl Evolutions

Love the head and balance, and also the grip :)

[Paul_Klein]

I LOVE my Vater Nude 5A's. Perfect stick for my band's style of rock, and the lack of a finish or laquer really floats my boat.

[rendezvous_drummer]

Stewart Copeland Signature Sticks by Vater. I'll post a picture of one stick that I have. It's sooooo thin and still works well.

[Drum Monkey]

Neil Peart 747s by Pro-Mark!

-DM

[papaholdy]

I recently became a convert of the...

Vater - Signature Series - Stewart Copeland

I also like:

Bopworks - Birdland model - These are the thinest lights jazz sticks I have ever used and you can totally fly on them.

[rendezvous_drummer]

I recently became a convert of the...

Vater - Signature Series - Stewart Copeland

I also like:

Bopworks - Birdland model - These are the thinest lights jazz sticks I have ever used and you can totally fly on them.
Amen brotha!!! Stewart Copeland is the man!

[Shaneth]

I use Vic Firth 2BNs. They were recommended by my instructor because they are computerized for pitch-paring.

[Mapex589]

Vic Firth 5BN or 5A, 5AN for me. I have many others in my stick bag that I goof around with though.

Have any of you ever played the Pro Mark Dave Lombardo sticks? They are a surprisingly well balanced sticks for as thick as they are. They dont play like a thick stick.

[Class A Drummer]

Favorite sticks for playing hard rock and on my pad.

Aquarian 2B's. Comes with big rubber grips on em for extra power and control.

[foursticks]

I tried out the Peter Erskine sticks and I think I've found my perfect stick.

Great cymbal sound, great rebound, great resistance to damage and great weight!

[MagnZ]

I love the vic firth Extreme 5B.. Along with the 3a for lighter playing..

[vedox1024]

I tried out the Peter Erskine sticks and I think I've found my perfect stick.

Great cymbal sound, great rebound, great resistance to damage and great weight!

would that be the Peter Erskine ride stick, or the other model with the tiny tips?

[kaseli]

It's been almost 15 years now that I play with the same stick. I love it.

SD10 Swinger (Vic Firth)

I found that my stick needs to be fat enough. A thinner stick forces me to close my hand more which just doesn't feel right.

[fLaT-fIfTh]

My favorite stick is the "Shed Session" stick by GospelChops Percussion. It's manufactured by Vater Percussion and it just feels great!

[tamaboy124]

I love tons of vic firths. 3A, 5A, extreme 5A, 5B, extreme 5B, buddy rich, john dolmayan, peter erksine. Vic firth has to many great sticks to just pick one!

[zappafan]

Carter Beauford Pro Mark Sigs
Vic Firth 5A and 5B
Dave Weckl Sigs

*side note* - Using the Dave Weckl and Carter Beauford sticks does not make you sound and play like those guys. ;) Guess I better keep practicing.

Peace.

[stevedrum]

Regal Tip E-series Jazz sticks

[emmerson]

vic first 2B hickory

[ludwig guy]

My favorite sticks are the Ahead Joey Jordison sticks. They are extremely light, very durable, and are extremely fast. I also like the Pro Mark Hickory 707's

[vedox1024]

My favorite sticks are the Ahead Joey Jordison sticks. They are extremely light, very durable, and are extremely fast. I also like the Pro Mark Hickory 707's

i don't know what joey sticks you got, but those are NOT light. i can see using them if you like a huge sound, but... yeah light and fast would not have been on the list of words to describe them.

[skippy]

vater fusion wood tip. if i had a sig. stick it would be very very close to this stick. its got good length to it, a round tip and holds up super well. i love it.

[Skitch]

Vic Firth 8D Jazz for most everything. SD4 Combos for lighter music and 5Bs for practice pads and Electronic drums

Mike

http://www.mikemccraw.com
http://www.dominoretroplate.com


http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=drummermikemccraw

[ludwig guy]

Maybe it is just me, but I personally, do not think the Joey sticks are heavy at all.

[JAHdrumming]

I like almost anything promark or vater. size and tip to be determined by what I am playing to.

[laurence_drummer]

Maybe it is just me, but I personally, do not think the Joey sticks are heavy at all.

It's all down to hand span, strength, stamina etc. I'm sure kit set-up plays a part in what sticks you choose..

I don't think they're too heavy. Looking to get my second pair infact (no i didn't manage to snap one aha).

Benn using VicFirth - Steve Gadd sigs in the mean time though!

Laul.

[Shaneth]

I just bought some Pro Mark Japanese Oak 2B Nylons over at the local shop. I have to say that they are my favorite sticks to date. The size fits me perfectly; They're just amazing!

[drummerchick435]

I use Pro-Mark Mike Portney sticks. Nice comfortable weight and size. I also use Vater brushes.

[PEDESTRIAN]

I use Pro-Mark 717 Rick Lathams for general playing, I use my friends Peter Erkines every once in a while for jazz, and Vater XD-5Bs for live playing. All wood tips of course.

[Corey]

I've been a fan of Vater 5b's for a while but my drum teacher just gave me a pair of Vic Firth 5b's and I think I have a new favorite.

[Algo]

I use drumsticks vic firth 5a

[Skacatz]

Buddy Rich Signature sticks by Vic Firth.....they're a little longer than a lot of others, fairly heavy and have are honed to a strange wooden tip.....I like them a lot

[evans_69]

Promark 747 rock millenium 2's (oak) all the rest break to easy..

[rjvsmb]

Vic Firth
Sticks:
55A (between the 5A and 5B)
AS5A (5A with a full round tip)

Brushes: Jazz

Rute

[rjvsmb]

Buddy Rich Signature sticks by Vic Firth.....they're a little longer than a lot of others, fairly heavy and have are honed to a strange wooden tip.....I like them a lot

I like them to. They are heavy but amazingly very balanced and responsive.

[Staetus]

Just bought a pair of Pro-Mark Millenium 2 7A's - have to say very nice, will be getting another pair very soon

[rendezvous_drummer]

Buddy Rich Signature sticks by Vic Firth.....they're a little longer than a lot of others, fairly heavy and have are honed to a strange wooden tip.....I like them a lot

I agree. First time I saw them I told the guy that the tip was off and he gave me a discount on them!! He didn't know anything about drums.

[foursticks]

would that be the Peter Erskine ride stick, or the other model with the tiny tips?

The one with tiny tips, I haven't tried his ride stick, I plan to though.

[Mapex589]

I just switched brands from Vic Firth to Pro Mark. I really like the PM's a lot. They just seem to hold up better than the VF's.

[DannyDrumma]

Pro Mark Rock 747 wood tip Hickory..LOVE EM!!!!

[Rebige]

Sticks - Ludwig 7A hickory (jazz [which i mostly play]) and Vic Firth 5B (everything else)

[Madwatch]

99% of the time I use Promark 747 Natural sticks w/ Nylon tip. Its what works for me and they last forever for me. Sometimes I will also use Dave Weckl signature sticks.

[Gene Smasher]

I remember someone was asking if anyone used Vater Pro Rock. Actually I would have but just that the sticks seem too thin for me.

I used to use Zildjian, then Vic Firth, and now very happy with my Vater Los Angeles 5A sticks. Well balanced, and really durable. I tend to hit very hard. I might try Vater Universal or Vater Excel soon though. Found my favourite brand, but not yet my favourite stick. I kinda like small, but not too thin sticks. For the fast and hard stuff, ya know?

[Class A Drummer]

99% of the time I use Promark 747 Natural sticks w/ Nylon tip. Its what works for me and they last forever for me. Sometimes I will also use Dave Weckl signature sticks.

Wow that was exactly me until just recently. Although my main sticks are still the 747's, im branching out to heavier and lighter sticks. But the pro marks are just such perfect sticks. Amazing for rock and funk, also they play just fine for jazz considering the size of them. Extremely versitile.

[Big_Philly]

I like Vic Firth X5A or 5a for the loud and heavy work, and Vic Firth SD10 (maple) for jazz and funk.

[fusssion]

Has anyone ever noticed this:

I recently compared Vater Fusion's to Vic Firths AS5A (5a w/a round tip) and although the Vater is a bigger stick (thick) ...the Vater is much lighter. Has anyone ever noticed this when comparing Vaters to VFs ? It seems that VFs are a heavier feel...or is it just me?

Anyhow...someone brought this up a while back, but....I received a certificate for a couple free pairs of sticks via Guitar Center...so I grabbed their SoundPercussion 5As ...and WOW....LIGHT.......durable, w/a great feel!

Does anyone know who makes those?!?

[cantstandyourfunk]

Pro-Mark 5A/B and the 5AB Carter Beauford model. You have better sticks in mind for my style?
Pro-Mark nylon brushes
Vic Firth Concert/staccato mallets

[Wegadrummer]

Anybody tried Ian Paices signature stick from promark?

[pmsknives]

Not that model no...But PROMARK is my favorite stick manufacturer
Mark

[yankeeboy13]

+1 for Promark

I use the Neil Peart 747 sticks. Really nice feel to them, but sadly I don't sound like Neil.

[Pearl Player]

Promark 747's Nylon tip... And it has to be Japanese Oaks.... Just got back from GC with a new brick of them. For me thats a years worth of sticks...

I just love the way the Japanese oak resists splintering. They last and last and Last.

Remind ya of a gum commercial...

Mike

[xanadu]

my favorite sticks are silverfox 5A's, they are perfect not to heavy and not to light. and they look cool

[ledzepjb]

-Los Cabos 7A Red Hickory

[ns3476]

Pro Mark 5B American Hickory wood tip.

Pro Mark 747 Japan Oak wood tip. (Neil Peart signature sticks)

[d.c.drummer]

Its all about the Extreme 5A's baby. Those and D.Chambers signature sticks.

[tezzerii]

I had a pair of regal tips years ago, and I remembered them as being pretty good, compared to the various others I used. So when I started playing regularly again a few years ago, I tried them again - I settled on the Jazz model, they suited me fine. Recently my playing has changed, also my band, and I looked around for something just a little heavier - tried some different makes and sizes, and decided I still liked regal - but the rock are too heavy, the 7a's too light and short, etc, etc - finally I discovered a model called JC on their website - never ever seen it in the shops. Perfect! just a tad lighter than rock, with a slightly longer taper, like the jazz, but a bit meatier. And they stay in my hands!! I suspect they might be named after Joe Calato, the boss man - his own preference maybe??

Terry

[Echo]

Regal Tips are a good make like you I had a pair very early on, but when they began to shred i bought some Vic 5A's which began to shred even quicker, but when i bought a kit in london i picked up some Vater 'Cymbal Sticks' which were very light and sensitive, a good width and stood up to anything, they seemed to dent rather than flake, which i preffered as when the tip flakes it really affects the sound on the ride.

Now i use Vater Manhattan's, I never liked Vic's partly because they are so common but also the Manhattan's are half an inch longer, and now i can't play with anything shorter.
So it's Vater all the way now.

[Echo]

Has anyone ever noticed this:

I recently compared Vater Fusion's to Vic Firths AS5A (5a w/a round tip) and although the Vater is a bigger stick (thick) ...the Vater is much lighter. Has anyone ever noticed this when comparing Vaters to VFs ? It seems that VFs are a heavier feel...or is it just me?

Anyhow...someone brought this up a while back, but....I received a certificate for a couple free pairs of sticks via Guitar Center...so I grabbed their SoundPercussion 5As ...and WOW....LIGHT.......durable, w/a great feel!

Does anyone know who makes those?!?


Yes Vater's tend to be lighter and their centre of gravity is also shifted towards the tip end just a fraction. I think VF's are denser and more 'factory conditioned' than Vater's.

P.S. Just an opinon but:

DEATH TO NYLON TIPS!!!!!!

[Ironcobra]

AHEAD METALLICA STICKS, best shape and weight of any stick, but its really slippery and falls out of ur hand alot. but the BEST for playings is the zildjian rubber dipped thingy, omg those are PERFECT, but gives you MAD blisters

[teejcombos]

until i come across a better pair (which i don't think i will for a while) my favourite sticks are the Vic Firth Omar Hakim signature sticks. Lovin the round tip, and the nylon is really solid and makes for a pretty crisp sticking sound on le cymbals. i've since converted back to nylon tips, they just sound more defined on the cymbals than the wooden tipped stick i've come across.

[bonzolead]

I had a pair of regal tips years ago, and I remembered them as being pretty good, compared to the various others I used. So when I started playing regularly again a few years ago, I tried them again - I settled on the Jazz model, they suited me fine. Recently my playing has changed, also my band, and I looked around for something just a little heavier - tried some different makes and sizes, and decided I still liked regal - but the rock are too heavy, the 7a's too light and short, etc, etc - finally I discovered a model called JC on their website - never ever seen it in the shops. Perfect! just a tad lighter than rock, with a slightly longer taper, like the jazz, but a bit meatier. And they stay in my hands!! I suspect they might be named after Joe Calato, the boss man - his own preference maybe??

Terry
I agree regal-tip 7a's are very light,mostly for jazz but if you use a regal-tip 7a for a rim click there is no other stick that sounds sweater.

Keep Swatting,
Bonzolead

[michael drums]

Pro-Mark 747 "Neil Peart" signatures...OF COURSE!!

Good 'nuff for HE...good 'nuff for Michael D...Play On! ;-)

P.S. Perfect sticks! Good gripping and VERY durable!

[Drumms]

Vic Firth American Sound 5a, round tips.

[bonzolead]

there are many kinds of sticks I like it all depends on the song i'm playing but for a light stick I like pro-mark 5A oaks,for a all-around stick I like pro-mark mike portnoy 420's and for a heavy stick I like vater 3A's for a very light stick I like regal-tip 7A's all nylon tip. wood tip sticks sound dead to me on cymbals.Just one man's opinion.

Keep Swatting,
Bonzolead

[they_call_me_diesel]

I usually play with Ahead Joey Jordison signature model or the Ahead 5B's... but when I use wood sticks, I love the Promark 747 Rock Nylon Tip. For Brushes I use Regal Tip... I also use promark lightning rods as well as Promark Hot Rods.

Ahead sticks reduce cracking of cymbals, keep the cymbals cleaner than wood, and reduce vibration so they're better for joints than wood.

[jonescrusher]

They_call_me_a_person_who_likes_to_make_sure_their _posts_don't_go_unnoticed



Vater Piccolos every time, easily the best weighted, most consistent and most durable stick out there. Just very hard to get hold of in England sadly.

[scrubs]

I'm partial to the Vic Firth SD4 Combo. I also like the Steve Gadd Signatures.

[Budiesel]

Pro-Mark Japan Oak 2B make me happy : )

[Kreew]

For the drum set I prefer Vic Firth 5B, or maybe 5A if it's a smooth song or music style.

On the snare drum in drum corpses I use 5B, power 5B or Corpsemaster Ralph Hardimon signature sticks if its an outdoor concert or march in a loud piece.

[drozzy]

Silverfox Tapered 7a's. They feel quite heavy to me...

Maybe i just have really light no-name 5a's.


But 7a's for me always, i love the lighter touch and articulation i can achieve, theres no need for a heavy stick for a heavy player.

[dw D]

I just picked up a few pairs of Mike Mangini signature Zildjan sticks.
I was a a clinic of his a few weeks ago and was blown away.
These stick are awesome!!!!

[bonzolead]

Pro-Mark Japan Oak 2B make me happy : )

the 5a oaks are cool also.

Bonzolead

[xush]

I love seeing what other folks like~

I went thru a ton of sticks looking for what suited me best; Neil P sigs, Ringo sigs, Trilok Gurtus, Zildj Dips, Vater Fusion, Silverfox Rock Steady...

finally found my favs though, I really dig these things!
Hornets:
http://a315.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/6/l_943eddcfd4af0fe593e07ad6a841687a.jpg

[Gene Smasher]

Actually I'd use different pairs of sticks for different purposes since I play quite a range. I'd use Vater Power 5As and XD-5As for rock, and 3As, 5As and 5Bs for metal.

[Tubs player]

I like Zildjian 7A's, but they're too light so i use Vic Firth Metal

[EternalArcadia]

for the drum set, vic firth's ralph hardison's corpsmaster marching sticks.

[hauk]

it took a little while, but i think i've finally found my favorite: promark japanese oak 5As
now comes the nylon or wood tip question

[dw D]

My new fav is Mike Mangini Zildjians

[Shaneth]

My new favorite sticks:


Practice - Pro Mark American Hickory 2B

Performance - Pro Mark Japanese Oak 2BN

[punkdrummer1]

It seems everytime I fall in love with a pair of sticks, i find something wrong with them.

I've been using vic firth 5b's for the longest time, and they do last, but the wood tips crack so easily. I tried firth 2b's, and one stick cracked in 1 week. So, until i get more money, or an endorsment deal, im using these maple 5b drum sticks, from a little company. Cost just over 2$ per pair, so i get like 4 pairs for one Vic Firth, so you can't go wrong. And they actuely arent that bad. They're straight, light, and durable so far........

For practice, i gotta' love My Lars Ulrich Ahead sticks. No problems with them so far........

[Ironcobra]

i originally used the ahead metal thingys, great shape but it kept falling out of my hands, now i use the pro mark millenium thingys...LOVE EM!!! but they're not very strong i broke them in like 20 seconds

[Ozzy Biz]

i originally used the ahead metal thingys, great shape but it kept falling out of my hands, now i use the pro mark millenium thingys...LOVE EM!!! but they're not very strong i broke them in like 20 seconds

That's probably not the sticks fault, but more likely the way you're using it.

[fatherboard]

i really love my sticks: PRO MARK L.A. Special LT. Rock

http://cgi.ebay.de/ProMark-Hickory-L-A-Special-LT-Rock-Drumsticks-G_W0QQitemZ270118271793QQcmdZViewItem

[tynn]

Pro Mark: Simon Phillips! Great sticks! and really light.

[Ruby_Faded_Pearls]

I used to use Ahead 5A sticks but they flew across the room 1 to many time so I went to Zildijian 5A Dip...No slipping

[tooldrums1000]

Vater 5BN there tips break when i crash my ride.
ViC Firth 5AN there just all around crappy sticks.

[drumbuddy105133]

Vic Firth 55A. I think it's heavier than a 5A but lighter than a 5B or something like that.

[NIMBY]

At the start of this year i bought my first pair of Vater Los Angeles 5A and could not be happier with them. there quite short so it feels im playing alot faster and i love it.

P.S. has anyone ever used the Vater Nude series sticks? it seems you cant get them in Perth or where i live so ive never actually seen them and i would really like to try them. if anyone has used them tell me what they were like for you.

[mikei]

I recently moved away from the Ahead Tommy Lee concert sticks and moved to the Sean Kinney Vater signatures. They are 16.75 inches long and are .620 width. They are 'nude' so they do not slip. Very nice, heavy, solid sticks.

I also use Bob Rock Promark signature stick which is .650 in width buy 17.5 inches long. Very heavy, but they feel good.

The lighter the stick, the harder it seems to be for me to play. LOL. It must be my crappy technique.

But I don't think I will move back to the Ahead sticks.

[Michael G]

Bopworks West Coast and Storyville will always be in my bag, and the new Gene Krupa Classic Swing models when it comes out.

[jayp]

Bopworks West Coast and Storyville will always be in my bag, and the new Gene Krupa Classic Swing models when it comes out.

I just purchased a pair of "west coast" and have had them for about a week and I love them! I will deffinatly be making more purchases of bopworks.

[stasz]

Vic Firth 5A Nylon Tip is my weapon of choice.

I tried one of those Zildjian anti-vibe sticks the other day though and I immediately noticed a difference in the stick vibration... I'll have to pick some of those up.

[de Nick]

vic firth 5A are still the best.

[Victor_se]

I've tried with Promark 5a, 2a, 5b, 2b; Ahead 5a, Xl Rock Studio, And thomas lang Vic firth Signature Stick

i personally prefer the thomas Lang Stick ( quite big ) it has a nice wood tip and the add a nice punch to my drumming. ( and the sticks have a nice white laquer that looks great :D )

Ahead makes good sticks but they are quite heavy sticks (Xl rock is heavier than lang's stick ) But the feel and rebound is awesome.

you can try with lang's stick for me it's the best in this moment.

http://www.vicfirth.com/products/images/STL.jpg

[drum.lad]

i like the vater NUDE 5A just doesnt slip out of my hand no matter what but the break in about two days which is a dissapointment.my other stick prefrence is the vater chad smith funk blasters those sticks are so perfect for me length wise and weight wise also im a big chad smith fan but thats not the only reason i love them

[Motley_Drummer]

Me personaly hit hard so i use the Pro Mark Shira kashi oak sticks 747'z and i got 4 pairs of 2's

[Odranaz]

Ive been digging the TX420N (mike portnoy signature by Pro mark). I love the feel, bounce, weight, diameter...practiclly everything, except the nylon tip. Any one know if there thinking of making the same stick with a wood tip? that would be amazing...and if i sent pro mark an email about the situation, you think they would do anything about it? the closest stick i found to it was the hickory rock (747 i think?). thanks

[fijjibo]

Hmmmm....

Vater power 5A.

But Im going to switch to maybe Sugar Maple Blazer for extra width - My hands are growing, lol

[jnqt]

im sorry nothing beats a 5a, i like the vader and vic firth models

[DWfan20005]

I'm trying the Vater Xtreme Series sticks. I believe mines the rock model, not sure at the moment. The feel and the design is amazing.

[stevedrum]

I use Regal Tip E-Series Jazz. They are durable and sound great. I also like the Vic Firth Dave Weckl Signature Evolution they are a bit heavy but they also sound great.

[hendecahedron]

Pro-Mark 2B Japanese White Oak. Heavy, long lasting, perfect.

[Joe P]

Vater Fusion Sticks (http://www.vater.com/newproducts/product.cfm?M=10)
They're light, durable (as are all Vater sticks), and sound GREAT on cymbals with the ball tip (especially nylon).

[Drummer30]

My favs for practice - Thomas Lang Sigs

My favs for performance - Pro Mark 747 Rock "The Natural" Wood Tip

[mitchjames50]

my personnal fav atm is the pro-mark mike portnoy signature model
great sticks
i also think vaters virgil donati signature assault sticks r great too

[Jeremy Bender]

Vic Firth SD9 Driver...a great drum set stick . I also like to use the HD9 (Exact same specs but made out of hickory) these I could only find online. There's quite a noticeable difference between rock maple and hickory.

[ULTIMATEDRUMMER]

I just use the regular Vic Firth 7A, 5B, 2B..
depends what style.

[ItsPureLuck]

Vater 5A's all the way!

[Johnny Resin]

small sticks hurt my hands...

i use Vic Firth MS2s...they're actually marching sticks, but i can't find any set sticks big enough!

[stasz]

Well I withdraw my original answer about the VF Nylon 5As. I tried out David Garibaldi's signature Jam Master model and I fell in love. The perfect feel and weight with a great tip and a little extra length.

[Joe P]

small sticks hurt my hands...

i use Vic Firth MS2s...they're actually marching sticks, but i can't find any set sticks big enough!

I feel sorry for your heads man! :O

[Cymbalrider]

I just a pair of Promark Hickory Jazz Elvin Jones sticks. Great stuff. They are really light and yet 16" long and capable of producing a nice sound. I got a pair of Joe Morello sticks (11A) too and they are pretty neat as well if you are looking for something with a bit more weight and still great rebound.

[Victor_se]

small sticks hurt my hands...

i use Vic Firth MS2s...they're actually marching sticks, but i can't find any set sticks big enough!

have you ever tried the thomas lang sticks??

[KarlCrafton]

I like a using buch of different sticks...

Regal Tip:
Quantam 3000 wt
Power Rock (double butt)
5BEWide Nylon tip
7B/Bernie Dressel
9A
3B custom cut to 16"

Vic Firth:
Buddy Rich Sig.
Charlie Watts Sig.
5B Original Nylon tip

Pro-Mark:
Rock Knocker (double butt)

On sticks other than the Regals, I use Krylon's "Tripple Thick" Clear Glaze spray on them.
It replicates the Regal coating real well, and makes the non-Regal sticks feel great.

So if anyone likes the Regal feel, but like other sticks, Krylon "Tripple Thick" Clear Glaze works great.

In the US, you should be able to buy it at any big hardware chain, or Home Depot...K-Mart...Meijer...places like that.

I get mine at Wal-mart and it's a little less than $3 a can, and a can will do about 12 pair.

[sio_13]

I'm fond of the Pro Mark Neil Peart model (747's) for the harder stuff I play (I mean heavier, not more difficult), and P.M. white oak 727's for lighter things. Sometimes I grab a pair of P.M. 5As to find the middle ground, and when I practice alone I like heavier things for a better workout. I've found that white oak seems to have a better balance than hickory, and also reduces splits and breakage. I need to find something with a ball tip for my own solo music, but havent decided on anything yet.

[KarlCrafton]

hey sio_13

Pro-Mark's 808 sticks have a ball tip and feel pretty good.

They come in Hickory and Oak, and the Ian Paice model is slightly longer 808.

The Ian Paice model is pretty sturdy, and get's a little bigger sound from the extra bit of length.
It also seems a little more balanced, because the 808's taper is short, and the extra length evens out the throw.

[sonor2007birch]

My favorite sticks so far are PM Chris Adler's (TX5AXW)!

peace/love

[sio_13]

hey sio_13

Pro-Mark's 808 sticks have a ball tip and feel pretty good.

They come in Hickory and Oak, and the Ian Paice model is slightly longer 808.

The Ian Paice model is pretty sturdy, and get's a little bigger sound from the extra bit of length.
It also seems a little more balanced, because the 808's taper is short, and the extra length evens out the throw.

cool man I'll definitely check em out thanks

[Adam South]

I now use Vater Stewart Copeland Standards... which are fantastic! Only trouble is they're an absolute ball ache to get hold of (It seems) in England!

I remember using them for the first time at a practice... having previously used Dave Weckl Evolution signature sticks, and Adrian Young siggys (random choices, I know!), I immediately noticed increased response and speed, plus these sticks are great for rim shots (oddly enough!). As a matter of fact, at a recent gig where none of the kit was going through the house PA (even though all of the drums had mics?!?), someone commented that they thought my sticks were mic'ed up when I did a count in!

[Crazy_drummer_16]

I use Vic Firth Dave Weckl signatures for my normal playing, when i need to play softer Pro-mark hot rods, when I need to play louder Pro-mark Rock knockers or DC10s. However Vic firth takes the cake as my favourite pair of drumsticks, they're 16" long but are fast and have a great leverage point, when they don't get chewed up as much and when they do it doesn't take a bite out of the sound, and the barrel tip gets great rebound, and I can play precisely or I can play "fatly"? Well I use Dave weckl stick for all kinds of playing: Rock, Jazz, Orchestral, Fusion, Soft, and even Metal.

[scott]

I'm hoping that my favorite sticks for now turn out to be the Vater 5A's I just ordered. I've been trying to learn with a pair of Ludwig 5A natural hickory that the music store gave me with the drums.

As my hands have gotten more sensitve to feel, I realized that one stick is alot lighter than the other. Really mismatched!


Got the Vater Los Angeles 5A's the other day. These are a joy to practice with. Nice (even) weight, substantial feel, smooth satin finish, good rebound. What a difference a good pair of sticks makes.

[Nick_The_Drummer]

For now my favourite sticks are Pro-Mark 5A "The Natural" .

[tomk]

I've tried many many sticks. The most durable for me so far have been Regal Tip. I've fallen in love with their 9A. But I've always gravitated toward maple drumsticks. I'm about to look into some sticks that are cheap and in maple because I don't break sticks that often and I get bored of playing the same sticks for a long time. Also, name brand sticks are expensive. I bought like 4 pairs of those Regal Tips and I haven't broken the first pair and it's been like 6 months. But anyways, I've been looking into Ayotte drum sticks and played a few models. They are surprisingly great feeling.

[#choke#]

Pro-Mark american hickory 7A best ive used so far

[aydee]

(in waltz..)

5 As and 5 Bs

Vic firths and Vaters,

brushes, n' mallets

and tails of alligators,

lots of Dave Weckls which arent too thick,

these are a few of my favorite sticks..

[ludwigdrummer26]

My favorite sticks are the Regaltip 5AX wood tip and Lewis Nash Performer model

[Fat Elvis]

lately i have switched to the Pro Mark Japanese Oak 7A's -- great sticks, great feel -- unfortunately i have to go through the entire batch at guitar center just to find 4 that are not warped. I guess straight sicks are not a top priority at pro mark. Even so, i still like them a lot.

[PineyplayParadiddles]

Quite recently I picked up some Promark 747 Rock Nylon tip shira kashi oak sticks. I loved the feel of the hickory 747s, but they were too light for my taste. The Japanese oak stick have the same feel, but with the weight I like. I love the finish as well, they never slip out of my hands.

[yammiefan]

I use Zildjian's General Orchestral sticks. They're light (they're maple) and thick, which keeps my hands from gripping too tightly. The bead is thick and round, so I get a meaty tone and a consistent ping from my ride.

[svkelleher10]

I use vic firth 5a wood tips.

Just because they're the basics doesn't make them bad.

[GNRFAN]

My sticks of choice at the moment:

Pro Mark - 2B
Pro Mark - Chris Adler Sig Sticks 5AX
Vic Firth 5B

All great sticks and sutible for rock drumming I find.

[sssssssss]

The most awsome sticks i've played so far, for me are the Vic Firth Jack DeJohnette Signatures. I like both the white wood tipped ones and the green nylons. They're the most versatile sticks I've tried, simply because they are designed with jazz players in mind - DeJohnette, like:)) - but the paint makes them heavier than a natural finish pair of sticks, which makes them a lot better for rock stuff than a similar natural finish counterpart.
And also, what I discovered was that the paint keeps the wood together kind of better, it just makes them break a lot harder. I've broken the Rock Vic Firth model faster than the SDJ (true, back then I was fighting my technique:P, but anyways). And for a truly violent sound you can rely on playing them reversed, like Vinnie Paul does (with his Rock model:))).

[svkelleher10]

Has anyone ever used grindstix?

[CaptainWaits]

I only use Pro Mark or Vater 5A's.....and Ayotte Jazz sticks when I can find them...

[Green_Shoes]

Vater Sugar Maple 5A wood tips - so light and lovely. My perfect sticks but took me 2 years to find them. They break easier but also quite cheap so winner.

Features a rounded oval style tip for full tones and fast attack from around the drum kit. Great for any musical style. L 16" D .570"

[Smashin Jack]

Up until 1995 I used pro mark 5a's or 747's. I tried vic firth 5b's (nylon tips) and switched. I also like the 8-packs of these:
http://store.drumbum.com/media/flagsticks.jpg

[fusssion]

An update on what I'm using now......

Vater Josh Freese H220!

A Fusion model w/a beefier shoulder and oval tip instead of round.

Well balanced....love 'em!

[GRUNTERSDAD]

I have to say I just ordered two sets each of Regal Tip 7A wide, and Jazz Wide series sticks and find the Jazz model perfect for what I do. The 7A are just a little too short but nice for just jazzy situations. I have Regal Tip 5A which I love but these Jazz series perfect.

[slingerland755]

Vic Firth's (Harvey Mason wood tip) model are really nice. Not too heavy, not too light. Light enough for jazz but if you need to crank it up a bit, no problem. Perfect length for me as well (15 and 3/4 Inches). Check em' out.

[jeffdadrummer23]

Sticks: Dave Weckl Evolution Sig. Series

Brushes: Steve Gadd Sig. Series

Bundles: Vic-Firth 5A Jazz Tip

[Gerbit]

I use the ordinary Vater 5B hickory drumsticks.
Simple, but works the best for me.

[Mikey Dangerous]

I use a bunch of different sticks (all Pro Mark) but I like the Paul Wertico Sig. stick best. It's an 808 made from hickory, rounder tip, and 16" in length. It's very similar to the Ian Paice model but the Paice's are 1/8" longer and I THINK they are not quite as round on the tip. I'm going off pics because my local store doesn't have the Paice's in stock so maybe the tips are the same.

If I was ever blessed enough to have my own Signature stick, I would take the Pro Mark Ed Shaughnessy sticks (707, oak, round tip, 16 1/4") and make them into 808's, either oak or hickory. Ed's sticks are AWESOME and have the best tips I've ever played, but for the size of my hands, not quite thick enough (especially on harder/louder songs).

[Hit Hard & Fast]

Vic Firth Extreme 5a American Hickory......

[Bob Smith]

i use X5aN

otherwise known as longerr 5a sitck with nylon tips

and i use promark hotrods and i love them

[lewisn27]

vic firth (hickory) 5a's

[Matt-a-tat-tat]

Vater Fatback 3As. Just lovely sticks.

[Der Februar]

Vic Firth HD9s are perfect.

[Big Chris]

Pro-Mark 2B Nylon tip (Oak)

[cattmosmann]

Vic Firth Peter Erskine signature model. Long, skinny, mildly heavy, and with a ballin' bead on the end that's sure to impress. Truly, the only way to go.

[Fiery]

Vic Firth Rock at the moment.

[monkeypoo]

Vater 5B and 7A...

Nylon tips - they gives a brighter tone and more bounce on cymbals and drums

[Skeemer118]

:( I miss my Johnny Rabb 7A wood tip acorn....

Those were my favorite sticks ever - Everything I've played with since then have been too short. *sigh*

[-Nirvana-]

My favorite pair sticks are Vic Firth 5B! they are perfect!

[Kingfisher91]

Pro Mark 5A (Hickory)
They last longer than other sticks according to me, never had any sticks that could take more beatings than those (And now i talk wodden sticks only!)

[Ozzy Biz]

I've just gone back to good ol' Vater New Orleans Jazz sticks. Feels like home immediately; they're fantastic.

[ammarolli]

Vic firth 5a
http://tinyurl.com/429sy4

[Derek]

I love Vic Firth hickory sticks. I was going from 5A to 5B, but always wanting a different tip. I recently picked up Zorros' signature stick frim VF.
Basically a 5A withe a barrel tip. Works for all types of music for me.
I'm happy.

[Joe P]

Vater Manhattan 7A, with nylon tips.

I just love the thickness and length of this stick! Also, I tend to break stick tips (and even the slightest tip chipping affects sound, especially on the ride!) far before I break anything else, so I also love the nylon tips.

[Drummerboy30]

Pro-Mark Japan Oak 747's. Basically a 5a with a heavier end. I have never liked hickory sticks, to me, the wood is so dry, dense, and light, that it will crack easily, and a well placed relitivly hard hit on a rim will break a hickory stick right down the shaft. Japan Oak, is a softer, heavier, and a little less dense. They sort of shave down rather than just breaking when the time is time. But anyways, thats all just preference.

[branflakes992]

I have been using the Jack DeJohnette signature sticks from Vic Firth and they are AWESOME just slightly longer than a 5A and has a great feel.I can use them for everything from fusion to grrrrrrindcore.
If I'm playing really up-tempo samba or jazz i use the Vater 8A wood tip.

[keaganobrien]

in order of preferance


Promark- SD2
Vic Firth- SD2
Vic Firth- SD9 (driver)

Brushes- Regal Tip Jeff Hamilton sig's

I like to practice rudiments with VF SD1- generals. Sound horrible but they're a good work out

[ddrummer_boi]

Xcel SpeedSticks (Check out www.xceldrumsticks.com)
Pro-Mark Japanese White Oak 5B
Vic Firth 5BN (7AN for my Jazz)

[shinya]

Zildjian Zak Starkey Signature - 7A

Really nice sticks, great bounce and offer tremendous control.

[crazyhands520]

Pro-Mark American Hickory 2B Naturals for Rock
Pro-Mark 5A Acid Jazz for Jazz
I also use the Pro-Mark TB6, and B300 brushes

[Crusto 62]

My favourite sticks are pro mark 747 rock ( hickory, wood tip ) an excellent stick that is very versitile.

[LaCorleone]

In no particular order:
- Vic Firth Steve Gadd Signature
- Vic Firth Dave Weckl Evolution

and some random more...mainly Vic Firth still...
would like to try Ahead Lars Ulrich Signature sticks...anyone got any experiences?

[sayotsma]

5A Vater recording wood hickory.
I has a problem with breaking sticks, since I play brutal music, but with these hickory sticks its so much better!

[markjigz18]

oh a nice stick..
but what ever it is.
the drumset and the stick of lovable drummer is the best...
yeh yeh...

[dot_Anthem]

My current sticks, which are my favourite so far, are the Vic Firth Andrew Hurley sticks. They fit great in my hand, and are a bit heavier than normal. I plan on getting some of the Danny Carey signature sticks and the Tommy Lee Ahead's to try as well.

[skraps71]

vater sugar maple 5a. light yet balanced, versitile blah, blah, blah. I just really like their feel. They don't last long if youre a heavy hitter but they feel just great. I haven't used a diff pair of sticks since finding them about 4 years ago.

[Dangerous Dave]

Hey guys. For years I've been using Promark's L.A. special 5B and one day I decided to get me bigger sticks, for exploration only. And so I went with Rainbow (it says they're made by Vic Firth but I don't belive it) ROCK model. It is 17" long and 17mm in diameter. I play with butt ends and man, I loooove those. These sticks rock. Been playing with them for a year and half and I'm not stopping. They're heavy but it's actually everything I've been searching. And they're cheap as hell. 7$ for a pair of balanced hickory sticks. Love 'em!!!

[tim167246]

My favourites are Vic Firth 5As and Van Halen Limited Edition 2008 Signature Drumsticks although they're a bit heavy for me :)

[Billy1167]

my favorite sticks are the tommy lee signature concert series
they are just badass

[baron.von.tito]

Travis Barker sign stick :)

[Warheart]

5A with a round tip, preferably made of oak. Tama or Vater usually, and I prefer the look of black sticks.

[Fiery]

I love the Danny Carrey signature model. The weight, the length, balance, everything. Unfortunately the only two stores that stock them seem to have the same bad batch, so I play VF 2B at the moment.

[Supermann]

Vater 5A Hickory with nylon tip, just got to love 'em. They are perfect in my hand and they last forever :-)

[moshpitdrummer]

for jazz and funk, i have to say vic firth 7A.

for rock and metal and what not, i like 5A and 5A N,

sometimes for practice i'll pick up a heavier stick, like a 2A, but i generally stick with the above two.

[TenPastTen]

After significant forays into Ahead, Hornets, Pro-Mark, Vater, Vic Firth, and Zildjian, I have found several sticks that I would not hesitate to buy again. They include the following: Hornets 7A, Pro-Mark 707N and 707W (Ed Shaughnessey), Vic Firth Dave Weckl, and Vater Stewart Copeland. Vater proved to be the most durable hickory models while Pro-Mark's Japanese Oak were the most durable overall (while Ahead's aluminum/plastic hybrid is in a class of its own - although it's an unplayable class)

But if I had only one stick to buy for eternity, it would be the 16" X .540" Round Bead Wood Tip Vater 7A Manhattan. Just a wonderful fit, balance and sound.

[tim167246]

5A anyone?
Vic Firth
?

[wy yung]

I use the following sticks.

Vater 5 A wood tip.

Vater Jia John Blackwell sticks.

Vic Firth Harvey Mason wood tip, Steve Gadd wood tip, David Garibaldi, 7 A wood tip, Alex Acuna timbale sticks.

Vic Firth rods and brushes.

[7DaysToTheWolves]

I use the following:

Vic Firth 5A (used to use)

Vic Firth 7A

Vic Firth Alex Acuna El Palo (for latin percussion)

Pro-Mark "The Natural" 5A

Pro-Mark Shira Kashi Oak 5A

Pro-Mark Shira Kashi Oak 7A

Pro-Mark Jason Bonham Sigs

Ahead Joey Jordison Sigs (used to use)

[yjb63]

I use vic firth steve gadd signatures but I love but can never find a pair of zildjian 7As

[Jalli]

I just bought Zildjians Travis Barker sig a few days ago and they are just awesome. But the Danny Carey sigs (Vic Firth) are just great too.

[vksalomon]

1. Vic Firth SD2 Bolero wood and nylon tip.

2. Vic Firth SD10 wood and nylon tip.

3. Pro Mark Joe Morello.

4. Pro Mark SHira Kashi OAK MT3.

5. Mallets, brushes, hands jajaja

[Jam Master]

Fave stick: Vic Firth Artist Series David Garibaldi Jam Master ;)

Honorable mention:

Vic Firth Artist Series Dave Weckl Evolution

Ahead Tommy Lee Signature Studio (Concert ones are just too long - 17")

Ahead Lars Ulrich Signature

Zildjian Black Dip 5A / Regular 5A Wood Tip

[EvanMatthiesen]

i dig Vic Buddy Rich's

[Hippodill]

Regal Tip 9A
Nice length and quite heavy. Like I like it:)

[eits1986]

Zildjian Jazz Heavy
Laminated Birch

These sticks are solid and thin. I don't know if that's how they are supposed to feel, but I just loved them as soon as I held them up.

The finish is nice too, looks a bit like Rosewood.

[zambizzi]

Sticks - Vic Firth Signature Series Akira Jimbo.

Bundles - Vic Firth Rute 505.

Brushes - Regal Tip Hickory Handle 550W.

I just got 3 pairs of Akira Jimbo sticks in the mail today. I wanted something similar in size to the Jack DeJohnette but lighter w/ a better tip - hopefully these are it!

[Ozzy Biz]

I've moved back to Vic Firth American Classic 5As

others in my stick bag include Vater New Orleans (previous favourite), Vater LA 5As and Vater 3a Fatback nylons.

[zambizzi]

ANNNND yeah...back to American Classic 5A for me too. That was a $25 mistake learned the hard way. :) Anyone needs some Akira Jimbo sticks?

[Forage17]

Zildjian Adrian Young Sig. Sticks

[Sinsyk17]

ANNNND yeah...back to American Classic 5A for me too. That was a $25 mistake learned the hard way. :) Anyone needs some Akira Jimbo sticks?

Tis why I dont order things like sticks or heads.

[zambizzi]

Tis why I dont order things like sticks or heads.

I normally wouldn't either but you just can't find these in a store (in Boise anyhow). According to the Cascio catalog, they're the same dimensions as the Jack DeJohnette stick...well that was just wrong. Not only are they shorter but they're smaller in diameter.

I might give them another shot...I'm not sure. If it weren't for the weird tapering butt they'd be great sticks.

[Tom Sawyer]

Plain and simply the good ol' Vic 5as. I'm expecting two new pairs shortly. I just love new sticks. How did it go, the little things in life are the best...

[zambizzi]

Plain and simply the good ol' Vic 5as. I'm expecting two new pairs shortly. I just love new sticks. How did it go, the little things in life are the best...

I dunno...I just need to get famous and have a custom stick made for me. I need this stick about 1/4" longer and a bit heavier - and with a lacquer finish like the AJ's or JD's have.

[drumguyfromWI]

Brand: Pro-Mark
Wood: Oak
Size: 5A
Tip: Nylon

[Fiery]

I dunno...I just need to get famous and have a custom stick made for me. I need this stick about 1/4" longer and a bit heavier - and with a lacquer finish like the AJ's or JD's have.
Have you tried the Mike Terrana sig? 16 1/4" by .560" in white finish. And there's the original Dave Weckl model, also 16 1/4" by .560"

[zambizzi]

Have you tried the Mike Terrana sig? 16 1/4" by .560" in white finish. And there's the original Dave Weckl model, also 16 1/4" by .560"

No I haven't but thanks for the info! I'm gonna see if I can't order some and try them out!

[king fail]

oh man, my perfect stick would be the body of the Jojo Mayer sig and the Bead/Tip (whatever) of the Steve Gadd sig

Realistically, just the Jojo sticks though, they are incredibly well balanced and just feel so awesome

[mattsdrums]

Loving the Steve Jordan signature's from Vic Firth at the moment!

[punkuzz900]

At the moment I've got about 10 pairs of Vater 7a Manhattan Wood Tips, but I've grown to like the Vic Firth SD9's. But i just love my Vater Manhattans ! :D :D

[LeeLovesSabian]

I prefer Easton Ahead.
The Lars Ulrich series

[stevepham]

My favorite stick:

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p18/stevepham/Untitled-2-1.jpg
Tama YOSHIKI Signature Model

[stardrums91]

Hi all, im a newbie here..
My fave sticks all the time is Tama "Ka-Shi" 5b Plastic Tip..u guys should try it..u'll never ever regret..

[just_play]

5B or Virgil Donati signature; 5B size with short tap and little bit longer, for match or trad grip

http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp204/stiktrik/09112008005.jpg

very rare to get signature stick in Jakarta, most available from Ahead, like Joey Jordison, Spug and drummer Montley Crue ??? with 17" stick...

[Crusto 62]

I really like Promark 747 rock, wood tip. Right in between a 5a and 5b, just perfect.

[ludwigdrummer26]

Vater Los Angeles 5A wood tip

[Toza]

mike terrana vic firth

[DrewTheShoe]

I'll take Pro-Mark Carter Beuford's for the block.

Great feel, awesome bead, and versatile as hell.

[SharkyBait911]

Vic Firth americ classic 8D <<<<<< amazing

[stasz]

The vic firth american sound AS5A has become my new favorite stick. I played with a set the other day and they felt great in every department. I like the tips. Nothing special, but they just work for me.

[jambot]

Pro mark 7a (japenese oak) or Elvin Jones signature (basically a longer, slightly heavier 7a) are my 'general' sticks

anything light Ill use regal Jeff Hamilton signature (really thin and light but the wood is really dense...its perfect)

Joe Morello sig is perfect for uptempo/loud jazz- amazing rebound

vater 5a's for rock

vic firth Ted Atkaz for orchestral/concert, or just a regular 2b

regal retractable brushes and pro mark hot rods

[Aggressivec]

I myself am a Vic Firth man, but I occasionally use Vater. I think that every stick company has something good to offer, and that in the end it is just about the feel. I know my brother is a Pro-Mark lunatic and argues with me constantly about why Pro-Marks are the best. Whatever feels good to you is all you need to know. With that said, my favorite stick models are...

Vic Firth Hickory American Classic 5A- My favorite stick. Versatile and comfortable!

Vic Firth Hickory American Classic 5B- Next to the 5As, these are my favorites.

Vic Firth Hickory American Classic 2B- Good for rudiments and slower rock.

Vic Firth Hickory American Classic 55A- Between a 5A and 5B, so naturally I love it!

Vic Firth Peter Erskine Original- Makes my ride sound even better. Amazing for Jazz.

Vater Hickory Los Angeles 5A- All around good and Vaters last forever.

Vater Hickory 5B- Just as good as the Los Angeles 5A

Vater Stewart Copeland Standard- This is my all time favorite signature stick!

Well, I hope this helps. Try all of these sticks out sometime and I'm sure you will love them!

-Connor

[dimanaru]

MY FAVORITE STICKS ARE AHEAD 5A IT MAKES GREAT SOUND

[Ian Williams]

Vic Firth 5B American classic.

Black Jacks 5A Chinese classic.

[max77]

Los Cabos Jazz Maple

Oh yes!

Los Cabos Site (http://loscabosdrumsticks.com/)

[justinrock]

it's all about the vic firth American classic 3A!!!
and if I need something smaller then vater Stewart Copeland model

[rjlee22]

I'm gonna step out of the box a little on this one. Within the last 6 months I've been introduced to Silver Fox drums sticks and they are great! Here's the specs on the model I use

MODEL LENGTH BUTT NECK BEAD TAPER
SF-SD-1 17" .635 . 273 Acorn Long


Luckily one of my local drum stores had these sticks available and they were recommended by one of the drum guys, according to the silver fox website they're the only store in my state that is a dealer, (thank god for non-Guitar Center stores) anyway I use a bigger longer stick but I use the maple version which keeps it fairly light and they have some sort of coating over the stick that keeps it from "chipping" as much. Now they do break like a normal stick but the coating does seem to help them last a little longer. Before finding these stick I used Vic Firth then switched to Vater which I liked a lot. As long as I can readily get these sticks or order them, I'll keep with these! I know most people would probably have to order them so I'm not sure how they're costumer service is hey it's worth a one time try!

[SpankYDubbS]

I'm gonna step out of the box a little on this one. Within the last 6 months I've been introduced to Silver Fox drums sticks and they are great! Here's the specs on the model I use

MODEL LENGTH BUTT NECK BEAD TAPER
SF-SD-1 17" .635 . 273 Acorn Long


I use the SilverFox LR sticks. They are very nice sticks!

[LeeLovesSabian]

Anybody used Regal Tip on here?
Ive heard that they're good, but never used them.

[gish]

Anybody used Regal Tip on here?
Ive heard that they're good, but never used them.

I picked up 2 pairs of Regal Tip 5A's after not having used them for years, and I really like their weight and balance. They're the same thickness as my other favorite stick, the Vic Firth 55A. My hands get really dry in the winter (to the point where the skin on my knuckles will crack and bleed), and I've been reaching for the Regals more because of the grippy lacquer they use. They're straight, pitch-paired, well balanced and durable, a very under-rated stick IMO.

[danlikesdrums]

I picked up 2 pairs of Regal Tip 5A's after not having used them for years, and I really like their weight and balance. They're the same thickness as my other favorite stick, the Vic Firth 55A. My hands get really dry in the winter (to the point where the skin on my knuckles will crack and bleed), and I've been reaching for the Regals more because of the grippy lacquer they use. They're straight, pitch-paired, well balanced and durable, a very under-rated stick IMO.
I kinda havent used regal tip drumstick but im with vic firth at the moment but wat i fround out with other drumsticks is that some are weaker then others techacally its not a big deal but if ur mad bout drumstcks use vicfirth for they are america's top seller im only arrrgeeing with the other guy

Ps if u want my stick size it x5B

[gish]

I kinda havent used regal tip drumstick but im with vic firth at the moment but wat i fround out with other drumsticks is that some are weaker then others techacally its not a big deal but if ur mad bout drumstcks use vicfirth for they are america's top seller im only arrrgeeing with the other guy

Ps if u want my stick size it x5B
Regal Tips aren't as popular as Vic/ Vater/ Promark, but they're every bit as well made. With their exclusive lacquer finish, they offer something different; you're not going to find another stick that feels like the Regals (there used to be a brand called Capella which had a similar finish to the Regals, but I think they're out of business). Some like the finish, others don't. As far as some sticks being weaker than others, EVERY brand is going to have some bad sticks out there. Wood is a natural material, with a lot of variation. Picking out a strong pair of sticks is about looking at the grain and listening to the pitch of the sticks, NOT just what brand they are. I think every brand makes good sticks, but its up to you to inspect and select a solid pair, instead of just grabbing a pair out of the bin and heading for the register. I've also used the Vic X5B in the past, great stick, a little too big for me these days.

[BUDDHA 2533]

Vic Virth 5A american hickory wood tip. Best sticks I have played with.



Is anyone using or have used those 3 drumsticks from dw.