Detail 01
Signature series
Cut to one player's preferred balance and taper, not a generic size. Feel will differ from an off-the-shelf 5A.
Product detailSKU #1274034490209
PromarkMike Portnoy Autograph Series Drum Sticks
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Signature-model kit sticks built to a prog and metal drummer's spec. For players who want a stick cut for fast, busy playing around a large kit.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Prog and metal players moving fast around a big kit
- Drummers wanting a signature taper without boutique pricing
- Backup pairs for players already using this model
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who prefer a standard 5A or 5B feel
- Light touch jazz and brush players
- Anyone needing a documented exact diameter before buying
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
Wood tip (no nylon noted)
Warmer cymbal attack than nylon. The tip softens and fuzzes with use, gradually darkening your ride sound.
Detail 03
$19.99 per pair
Ordinary mid-shelf stick pricing. Cheap enough to stock spares rather than nurse one pair.
Detail 04
Sold as a pair
Two sticks. Gigging drummers usually keep three or more pairs on hand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Signature taper may not match your current stick — expect an adjustment period
- 02No stick bag, grip tape, or spares included
- 03Sticks are consumable; heavy rimshot players go through pairs quickly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How does this compare to a standard 5A?
It is a signature cut rather than a standard size, so balance and taper are set to that drummer's preference. Feel will not match a 5A exactly.
02Are these good for double bass and fast playing?
The stick affects hand speed, not feet. As a signature kit stick it is aimed at fast, busy playing around the drums.
03Do I get one stick or two?
One pair — two sticks.
04Can I use these on an electronic kit?
Yes. Wood tips are fine on mesh and rubber pads, though tips wear faster against abrasive pad surfaces than on acoustic heads.
