Vater Percussion Drumsticks Goodwood 2B wood tip 16.25 inch GW2BW / 41.27 cm Hickory grade B oval

American Hickory: The Goodwood 2B is made from American hickory of grade B. North American hickory is denser, harder and heavier than maple, while also being more elastic than oak. This combination of properties makes the wood a characteristic material for drumsticks. Hickory can also absorb some of the vibration energy generated during play. Oval wood tip: The Goodwood 2B has a wood tip with an oval shape. The oval tip offers a larger contact surface and is one of the characteristic features of this model. Combined with the heavy stick shoulder, this creates the typical construction of the 2B wood-tip version. Dimensions: The Goodwood 2B is 16.25 inch / 41.27 cm long and has a diameter of 0.635 inch / 1.61 cm. This makes it one of the stronger Goodwood versions. The extra length and larger diameter are key features of the stated 2B construction. Heavy stick shoulder: The stick has a heavy stick shoulder and additional length. According to the product data, this design provides more response and volume. The oval wooden tip offers a larger contact surface. The model number is GW2BW. Playing style: According to the information provided, the 2B is assigned to heavy metal and intensive playing on the practice pad. The strong diameter of 0.635 inch / 1.61 cm, the heavy stick shoulder and the additional length characterise the construction of this model.