American Custom® Maple Drumsticks

The American Custom® line consists of a variety of models conceived and engineered by Vic Firth – performer and teacher. The first manufacturer to apply the concept of a round striking surface to drumstick design, Vic developed the other originals that complete the line with jazz players in mind.

All ten models are turned from select rock maple for a light, fast-playing stick with great flex and rebound. The Custom line is perfect for the artist who is playing lighter types of music, or prefers a beefier stick without a lot of weight.

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SD1 General
Round tip. Ideal for orchestral work, rock and band. A legendary practice stick.
L=16 3/8", Dia.=.635"
SD1 Jr.
A scaled down version of our SD1 General. Perfect for a young student's hands.
L=15 9/16", Dia.=.615"
SD2 Bolero
Round tip. Perfect for light jazz, studio, orchestral and pit work.
L=15 3/4", Dia.=.635"
SD2N Bolero
Round nylon tip. Perfect for light jazz, and studio work.
L=15 3/4", Dia.=.635"
SD4 Combo
Barrel tip. Light and fast for jazz quartet or chamber music.
L=15 7/8", Dia.=.545"
SD4N Combo
Nylon barrel tip. Provides a bright sound and a light, fast feel.
L=15 7/8", Dia.=.545"
SD5 Echo
Round tip. Extra long taper for exceptional control.
L=15 3/4", Dia.=.670"
SD6 Swizzle B
An SD2 with a hard, spun felt ball attached to the butt end. Ideal for fast changes on cymbals.
L=16 1/4", Dia.=.635", Felt ball = 1 1/4" x 1"
SD7 Whacker
For jazz and small group. Nylon tip for great cutting power on cymbals.
L=16 1/2", Dia.=.595"
SD9 Driver
Oval tip. A favorite for jazz.
L=16 1/4", Dia.=.610"
SD10 Swinger
Oval tip. A dance band stick. Slightly lighter and faster than the SD9.
L=16 1/4", Dia.=.610"
SD11 Slammer
Arrowhead tip cuts with minimum effort.
L=16 1/4", Dia.=.610"
SD12 Swizzle G
An SD1 General with a hard, spun felt ball attached to the butt end. Ideal for fast changes on cymbals.
L=16 5/8", Dia.=.635", Felt ball = 1 1/4" x 1"