Vic Firth F1 American Classic Series - hickory wood, wood tip, medium round tip with a short tapered neck, great for fusion or electric jazz.

Length: 16 3/16"

Diameter: .580"

SHORT Taper: 

Taper affects the feel and balance of a stick.

LONG TAPER</strong> produces a Back-Heavy Feel with more Flex and Faster Response.

A SHORT TAPER provides More Power and Durability with a Front Heavy Feel.

MEDIUM TAPER gives you the best Balance between the Butt and the Tip

General:

Material: Hickory

Surface coating: Lacquer

Tip: 

Tip shape and material have a big Impact on the sound a drum stick produces.

Within each tip shape, it is helpful to know that a VERY LARGE SURFACE AREA will Create a Dark, Rich Sound,

VERY SMALL SURFACE AREA will Produce a Light Sound with Clear Definition.

Type: Wood

Shape: Round

Surface area:Small