Vic Firth · Maple and oak drumsticks
Vic Firth American Heritage 5B Maple
When to choose it
Choose the maple AH5B if the American Classic 5B dimensions work for you and you want to compare a different shaft wood. Both are 0.595 inches across and 16 inches long. They share a medium taper, giving you a useful starting point when you want to compare maple with hickory.
If the grip already feels too full, compare the maple AH5A instead. It keeps a 16-inch length and reduces the diameter to 0.565 inches. Check the exact Heritage code before ordering if you want maple and the wider 5B grip.
Specifications
- Brand
- Vic Firth
- Construction
- Wood tip
- Playing task
- Drum set
- Model
- AH5B
- Shaft
- Maple
- Grip
- 0.595 in
- Length
- 16 in
- Taper
- Medium
- Tip
- Wood, teardrop
- Package
- One pack
- Amazon.com reference
- B0007XBIGU
Fit and buying advice
Check AH5B for maple and use the selected pack designation when ordering.
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Documentation
Questions about this accessory
Will it add reach from the hickory American Classic 5B?
Both are 16 inches long. The Heritage changes the wood while keeping the published diameter and taper.
Which maple model is narrower?
The AH5A is 0.565 inches across. Choose it if you want a narrower maple grip at the same length.
Does the 5B name alone confirm maple?
Check the AH5B code and the American Heritage designation.
