Detail 01
Japanese white oak
Denser and harder than hickory. Lasts longer under heavy playing but sends more vibration into your hands.
Product detailSKU #1274034490030
PromarkJapanese White Oak Drum Sticks Wood 747B
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
747B model drumsticks in Japanese white oak with a wood tip. A denser, heavier-feeling stick for drummers who break hickory.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hard hitters who go through hickory sticks quickly
- Rock and metal drummers wanting more mass behind each stroke
- Players who prefer a stiff stick with minimal flex
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers with wrist or hand fatigue — oak transmits more shock
- Light-touch jazz and brush players wanting a thin stick
- Anyone wanting bright, cutting ride definition — that's 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.
Detail 02
747B model
A rock-oriented profile — thicker than a 5A with a long taper, so it feels weighted toward the tip.
Detail 03
Wood tip
Darker, warmer cymbal sound than nylon. Blends into the kit rather than cutting over it.
Detail 04
White finish
Easier to see under stage lighting and easier to track your own hand position when practicing.
Detail 05
$20.99
A few dollars above standard hickory. You're paying for the denser wood and longer life.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Oak feels stiffer than hickory — the switch changes how rebound feels
- 02Sold as a single pair, no extras
- 03Wood tips chip; the harder oak shaft usually outlasts the tip
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is oak better than hickory?
It's harder and lasts longer, but it transmits more shock to your hands. Heavy hitters prefer oak; players chasing comfort usually stay with hickory.
02How does a 747B compare to a 5A?
The 747B is a thicker rock model with more mass than a standard 5A, so strokes land heavier and the stick feels stiffer.
03Will these hurt my wrists?
Oak flexes less than hickory, so more vibration reaches your hands. If you already get fatigue or soreness, hickory is the gentler choice.
04Why are they white?
That's the finish. It makes the sticks easy to see under stage lights and easy to track while practicing in a mirror.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
