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The Vic Firth American Classic Extreme 55A drum stick is intended for the player looking for more reach and leverage. It features a wood teardrop tip for darker cymbal tone and a lacquered finish for a polished look.
Vic Firth American Classic Extreme 55A Drum Stick

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  • Length: 16 1/2"
  • Diameter: .580"

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4.76

228 Reviews

97%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Ive used these for years and absolutely love them!
Not just for jazz
The Standard I Judge All Sticks By
I would buy and use Vic Firth 5A drumsticks for good use
I would buy and use Vic Firth 5A drumsticks for good use
Great drumsticks for ROCK!!! (And Metal)
Absolutely would buy again no doubt about it
The Best Drum Sticks At A Fair Price
Love this stick
I love Vic Firth sticks I feel like they the best

Most Liked Positive Review

5

GET THESE STICKS!

I got these sticks after seeing Shannon Larkin (Godsmack) using them and MAN am I glad I did. I was using Vic Firth's 2BN sticks for years, but these sticks are a little longer and I like the extra. They aren't heavy, they're balanced nicely, and are now my new favorite sticks. If you play jazz, these are too heavy, but other than that, these are perfect!

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Vic Firth 5B Nylon

I'm 16 and I'm church drummer, I play 4 times a week in my church. I've been playing in church for around 5 years now, I play for 1 hour and 15 minutes every service. So I bought 2 pairs of these and I thought 5BNs would hold up, first Sunday service and they break in the 2nd song of praise. Next Sunday I use the other pair, again, breaks during performing; it got to the point where I was left one stick from each pair and used those together and once again, they broke while performing. I don't consider myself a hard hitter, mostly because I am mic'd up so there is no need to wack the drum set. I don't know why these sticks broker faster than my 5ANs that would usually last me 4 to 5 weeks. Point is, I'm disappointed in these sticks, I will not be buying anymore 5B drumsticks anymore.

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  1. Practicing87
  2. Concerts70
  3. Back-Up31
  4. Practice25
  5. Live Performance23
Cons
  1. Other6
  2. None5
  3. Too expensive4
  4. Poor Quality2
  5. Difficult To Use1
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  1. Experienced84
  2. Professional Musician34
  3. Novice19
  4. Child9
  5. Professional8
Pros
  1. Good Quality112
  2. Easy To Use87
  3. Functional83
  4. Improves Sound58
  5. Feel29

Reviewed by 228 customers

  • These sticks can convince that you are him

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda month ago

    byAlejandro

    fromHouston, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The sticks are obvs 55a so not built for everybody buuut they do have a nice grip and when hitting cymbals create a nice smooth raindrop sound or something like that and the weight distribution makes them excellent for heavy hitters or just regular beats

  • I will buy this product over again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda month ago

    byDavid

    fromOklahoma City, Oklahoma

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I love the Vic Firth sticks with nylon tip. That's the one I prefer. Size 5BN

  • Drum Sticks

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byAnya

    fromTexas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    These feel.just right in the hand. The weight is perfect.

  • Used for years

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byPaul

    fromLakehead ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    My favorite stick on the market. been using these for as long as I can remember

  • yes

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byDavid

    fromSarasota Florida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I play drum for a living, these are good quality sticks and balanced

  • This is a terrific product!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byMichael

    fromPalmdale

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've used Vic Firth American Classic Rock Nylon Tip Drumsticks for years, and they're terrific!

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byM

    fromLas vegas nevada

    Is this a pair when I buy it?

    Is this a pair when I buy it?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it is.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byLeah

    fromChattanooga Tn

    Is TAMA Iron Cobra 600 Series Single Bass Drum Pedal compatible with Simmons Titan electronic sets?

    Is TAMA Iron Cobra 600 Series Single Bass Drum Pedal compatible with Simmons Titan electronic sets?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, if the pad is wide enough.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byDHDrumming

    fromRiverton Wyoming

    What is the diameter and length of the METAL NYLON Vic firth drum sticks. You know, the red nylon tip…

    What is the diameter and length of the METAL NYLON Vic firth drum sticks. You know, the red nylon tip…

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Diam. - .635" Length - 17" Taper - Short Tip

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bydan

    fromWillow springs il

    what is the diameter of the 7A looking for a Jazz stick 16 " x .520 dia.

    what is the diameter of the 7A looking for a Jazz stick 16 " x .520 dia.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Diameter : .540" | 1.37cm Length : 15.5" | 39.37cm