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Ten tips per pack
Five sticks' worth of spares, so one pack covers a long stretch of playing.
Product detailSKU #1274115039841
AheadReplacement Drumstick Artist Tips 10-Pack
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement Artist tips for Ahead drumsticks, ten to a pack. For players already on Ahead sticks who have worn their tips down.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Ahead stick players restocking worn tips instead of whole sticks
- Heavy hitters who chew through tips on cymbals
- Keeping spares in the stick bag for gigs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone with wood or nylon-tip sticks — these will not fit
- Players wanting to change the sound of another brand's sticks
- First-time buyers who do not own Ahead sticks yet
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Artist tip specifically
Ahead tips are model-specific. The Artist tip fits Ahead sticks built for it, not every model.
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Tips only
No sticks, no stick covers, no shafts. This is a consumable part for gear you already own.
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Replaceable design
A worn tip is a two-dollar fix rather than a new pair of sticks.
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Around eleven dollars
Cheaper than one pair of sticks, which is the whole reason the system exists.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sticks are not included — this is a spare part only
- 02Confirm your Ahead model takes the Artist tip before ordering
- 03Replace tips in pairs so both sticks feel the same
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit any drumstick?
No. They fit Ahead sticks designed for replaceable tips. Wood and standard nylon-tip sticks have no way to accept them.
02How many sticks does a 10-pack cover?
Five pairs. If you replace both sticks at once, which you should for consistent feel, that is five full swaps.
03Do I need tools to change a tip?
Ahead tips are made to be swapped by hand as a user-serviceable part. Check the fitting on your own model before you start.
04Should I replace a tip before it fails?
Yes. A cracked or flattened tip changes your cymbal sound and can mark the cymbal. Swap once you see wear on the shoulder.
