American Classic® Hickory Drumsticks

The American Classic® line combines tradition and Vic Firth style. With bold designs for fuller sound, the Classics are turned from select hickory – a dense wood with little flex for a more pronounced sound. Hickory is also capable of withstanding a great deal of shock, making it highly durable.

The wood tips are deeply back-cut for intensified cymbal response. The nylon tips are similar in size and shape to their wood counterparts, providing enhanced performance and a feel closer to their original wood tip models. Nylon tips are the most durable and brightest sounding on cymbals. Click here to see the nylon-tipped versions of the American Classic® sticks.

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7A
Tear drop tip. Perfect for light jazz and combo.
L=15 1/2", Dia.=.540"
8D   
Like the 7A, with a bit more reach.
L=16", Dia.=.540"
85A
Combines the dimensions of an 8D and 5A. A great jazz stick.
L=16", Dia.=.550"
5A
Tear drop tip for rich cymbal sounds. Light and fast for jazz, orchestral and pit work.
L=16", Dia.=.565"
5A - Black
Tear drop tip for rich cymbal sounds. Light and fast for jazz, orchestral and pit work.
L=16", Dia.=.565"
Extreme 5A (X5A)
For the 5A player who wants more power and reach.
L=16 1/2", Dia.=.565"
55A
Combines the dimensions of a 5A and 5B. A great choice when a 5B is just a little more stick than required.
L=16", Dia.=.580"
5B
Tear drop tip. Ideal for rock, band and practice.
L=16", Dia.=.595"
5B - Black
Tear drop tip. Ideal for rock, band and practice.
L=16", Dia.=.595"
Extreme 5B (X5B)
Like the 5B, with more power and reach.
L=16 1/2", Dia.=.595"
F1
Medium round tip with a short tapered neck. Great for fusion or electric jazz.
L=16 3/16", Dia.=.580"
3A
Barrel tip produces bright, articulate cymbal sounds. Great for light rock and fusion.
L=16 3/16", Dia.=.580"
1A
Extra long with a "Taj Mahal" tip. Powerful, fast and responsive.
L=16 13/16", Dia.=.580"
2B
Tear drop tip. Ideal for heavy rock, band and practice.
L=16 1/4", Dia.=.630"
ROCK
Oval tip for a full sound. Great for rock and band.
L=16 5/8", Dia.=.630"
Metal (CM)
Oval tip. Offers extra reach and power.
L=17", Dia.=.635"
HD4 (HD4)
Vic’s original SD4 design, but in hickory. For a light touch and great feel around the drums.
L = 15 7/8”, Dia. =.530”
HD9 (HD9)
The SD9, in hickory. A favorite of players who love the 5B but want a little more weight and length.
L = 16 1/4 ”, Dia. =.610”
eStick (ESTICK)
A one of a kind stick designed specifically for today’s electronic drums. Long taper also provides a great touch and sound on acoustic drums and cymbals.
L = 16 1/2”, Dia. =.563”
Kidstick (KIDS)
Engineered to make playing easy for the very young drum set player – ages 3 - 8. Produces a quality sound. Designed to be as much fun to play with as to look at! In hickory. L = 13”; Dia. = .520”