Detail 01
7A
Thinner and lighter than the common 5A. Faster and quieter, but less volume and a shorter life under hard hitting.
Product detailSKU #1274115051440
GoodwoodHickory Drum Sticks 12-Pack 7A Wood
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A dozen pairs of 7A hickory sticks with wood tips, about $6 a pair. A light stick for quieter playing and for smaller hands.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz, acoustic and low-volume gigs where a 5A is too much
- Young students and players with smaller hands
- Practice pad and rudiment work where speed matters more than volume
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock drummers — 7A is thin and will break fast
- Heavy rim-shot players who need more mass behind the hit
- Anyone wanting bright, cutting cymbal attack from a nylon tip
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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Wood tip
Warmer, darker cymbal sound than nylon. The tip wears down with use, which slowly changes the cymbal tone.
Detail 03
Hickory
Dense with enough flex to absorb shock. In a thin 7A it is what keeps the stick from feeling brittle.
Detail 04
12-pack
About $6 per pair. The lightest stick here and the cheapest per pair of the two packs.
Final check
Know before you order
- 017A is a big drop in weight from a 5A — try one pair before committing to twelve
- 02Thin sticks break sooner; expect to go through these faster in loud rooms
- 03Weight and grain vary across a pack, so match pairs before a gig
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this 12 sticks or 12 pairs?
Twelve pairs, twenty-four sticks. Around $6 a pair, which is why a pack makes sense once you know 7A is the size you want.
02Is a 7A good for beginners?
For younger students and smaller hands, yes — it is easier to control. Adult beginners playing rock usually get on better with a heavier 5A.
03What is the difference between 7A and 5A?
7A is thinner and lighter. It moves faster and plays quieter, but produces less volume and breaks sooner under heavy hitting. 5A is the general-purpose middle ground.
04Why wood tip instead of nylon?
Wood gives a warmer, rounder cymbal sound that suits quieter and jazz playing. Nylon is brighter and cuts more, which a 7A is not really built for anyway.
Reference
Full specifications
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