Vic Firth American Classic 5A Barrel Tip - 5ABRL Baget

5A Barrel Tip
Model: ( 5ABRL )
American Classic® Specialty

Our classic 5A design, featuring a proportionately perfect barrel shaped tip. An impeccably balanced stick creating supreme clarity with beautiful tone.

Diameter:

.565" | 1.44cm

Length:

16" | 40.64cm

MEDIUM Taper
 

Taper affects the feel and balance of a stick.

A LONG TAPER produces a Back-Heavy Feel with more Flex and Faster Response.

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

A 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,

while a

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

 

Type: WOOD
Shape: BARREL
Surface area: MEDIUM