Detail 01
.595 inch diameter
Standard 5A thickness. Thicker than a 7A for more weight, thinner than a 5B for more speed.
Product detailSKU #1274115062658
Vic FirthAmerican Heritage Drum Sticks Wood 5A
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 5A in Vic Firth's American Heritage line: 16 inch, .595 inch diameter, wood tip. The default all-purpose stick for most drummers.
Strong match
Who this is for
- A first pair of sticks when you don't know what you want
- Drummers who play several styles on one kit
- Replacing a worn pair with a known standard size
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy rock drummers who prefer a thicker 5B
- Players wanting bright, cutting nylon-tip cymbals
- Drummers who need a lighter 7A for quiet playing
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
16 inch length
Standard stick length. Reaches a normal kit setup without changing how you position cymbals.
Detail 03
Wood tip
Warmer, darker cymbal sound than nylon. Softer attack on ride and hi-hat.
Detail 04
American Heritage line
A different taper and feel from the standard American Classic 5A, at the same 5A dimensions.
Detail 05
5A designation
The industry reference size. Nearly every brand makes one, so switching brands later is easy.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One pair per pack. Buy two or three if you're gigging.
- 02Wood tips chip; a chipped tip changes cymbal sound.
- 03If you hit hard, a 5B lasts longer than this 5A.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 5A the right size for a beginner?
Yes. 5A is the standard starting size at .595 inch and 16 inches, and it handles most styles.
02What's the difference between 5A and 5B?
5B is thicker and heavier. 5A is faster and easier on the wrists; 5B moves more air and lasts longer under hard hitting.
03Wood tip or nylon?
These are wood tip: warmer and darker on cymbals. Nylon tips are brighter and don't chip.
04How many sticks are in a pack?
One pair, two sticks.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsOther
- L
- 16 inch
- Dia
- .595 inch
