Vic Firth · Hickory drumsticks
Vic Firth American Classic 5A Wood Tip
When to choose it
Keep a pair of these as a reference if you are comparing sticks for the first time. A 0.565-inch shaft gives you an actual grip measurement to compare, and the 16-inch length helps you judge how far the stick reaches around your kit. The medium taper is the section that narrows toward the tip. If your current sticks are comfortable to hold but feel a little short reaching the ride, compare the longer X5A before moving to a thicker stick.
This version has a wooden teardrop tip. If the grip already works for you and the change you want is a clearer cymbal attack, the matching 5AN keeps the same published length, diameter and taper and switches the tip to nylon. That gives you a more useful comparison than swapping both the size and tip at the same time.
Specifications
- Brand
- Vic Firth
- Construction
- Wood tip
- Playing task
- Drum set
- Model
- 5A
- Shaft
- Hickory
- Diameter
- 0.565 in
- Length
- 16 in
- Taper
- Medium
- Tip
- Wood, teardrop
- Package
- One pair
- Amazon.com reference
- B0002F741Q
Fit and buying advice
Choose by shaft width and length first when replacing your usual pair.
Related choice Vic Firth American Classic 5AN Nylon Tip ↗
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Documentation
Questions about this accessory
How do I confirm this is the wood-tip 5A?
The model is 5A. Vic Firth uses 5AN for the nylon-tip version. The tip material is the important check if you are replacing your usual pair.
What should I compare if my current sticks feel thin?
Compare their measured diameter with 0.565 inches. A model with a larger diameter addresses grip size directly. Extra length changes reach, so compare it separately.
What if I want the same stick in a larger pack?
This listing is for one pair. Compare the exact model and pair count before treating another 5A listing as a refill.
