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Swizzle design
Stick on one end, mallet head on the other. Flip it in your hand instead of putting sticks down.
Product detailSKU #1274115062693
Vic FirthAmerican Custom SD12 Swizzle G Drumsticks
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Vic Firth American Custom SD12 Swizzle G — a dual-purpose stick with a drumstick end and a mallet end, so one pair covers both.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Percussionists switching between kit and mallet parts mid-piece
- Pit and concert players with fast instrument changes
- Drummers who need cymbal swells without picking up a second pair
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who only ever need a plain drumstick
- Heavy rock kit work where the mallet end is dead weight
- Anyone wanting a dedicated concert mallet with proper weight
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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Mallet end
Handles cymbal rolls, suspended cymbal swells, and soft toms without a second pair on the trap table.
Detail 03
American Custom hickory
Concert-oriented line. Lighter feel than rock models, which suits the quick flips this stick is built for.
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$25.99 vs a plain pair
Roughly double a standard pair. You're paying to not carry and swap two separate sets.
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SD12 model designation
Fixed dimensions. Reordering the same number gives you the same balance and flip point.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as a pair. No bag or stick holder included.
- 02The mallet end shifts the balance forward of a normal stick.
- 03Mallet felt wears and compresses with use. It is not replaceable.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does 'swizzle' mean?
The stick has two working ends: a drumstick tip on one side and a mallet head on the other. You flip the stick rather than swapping pairs.
02Is this worth it over a regular pair?
If you regularly switch between sticks and mallets in the same piece, yes. If you never need a mallet, buy a plain pair for less.
03How many come in the pack?
One pair. Two sticks.
04Can I play a full kit with these?
Yes, using the stick end. The mallet end adds weight forward, so it feels different from a straight stick during long sets.
