Vater 5A Wood Tip VH5AW

American Hickory: The Fusion drumsticks are made from North American hickory wood. The material is denser, harder and heavier than maple, while also being more elastic than oak. Hickory absorbs a large part of the vibration energy on impact and is designed for a resilient construction. Dimensions: The sticks are 16 inch / 40.64 cm long and have a diameter of 0.580 inch / 1.47 cm. In terms of design, the grip therefore lies between a 5A and a 5B stick. Round wood tip: The Fusion model has a wood tip with a spherical shape. The small round tip is designed for clear cymbal playing and is one of the specific features of this model. Computer-controlled manufacturing: The drumsticks are turned on computer-controlled lathes and precisely ground. A computer system analyses each stick for weight, tone colour/frequency and balance, before matched pairs are put together. Controlled wood drying: The hickory wood is dried to a residual moisture content of 10 to 12 percent. This keeps the wood fibres more flexible. The combination of material, manufacturing and controlled residual moisture contributes to the durability of the sticks.