Drumstick Size Guide
Drumstick Size Guide (Interactive+)
Pick what fits your playing. We’ll highlight a size, suggest tip & material, and explain why — live.
Style
Feel
Typical Volume
Hand Size
Grip
Rebound feel
Cymbal tone
Practice focus
Durability priority
Your match: —
Pick a few chips above to see a tailored suggestion.
Tip: Wood • Material: Hickory
Size | Feel | Typical Use | Pros | Cons |
---|---|---|---|---|
7A | Light | Jazz / Quiet practice | Fast, finesse, low fatigue | Less power & projection |
5A | Balanced | All-rounder: Pop / Rock / Lessons | Versatile, easy to control | Not the best at extremes |
5B | Heavier | Rock / Metal / Loud stages | Power, durability, backbeat weight | More fatigue at slow tempos |
2B | Very heavy | Marching / Practice pads | Maximum projection, rugged | Bulky for subtle dynamics |
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