Detail 01
Signature model
Dimensions and taper were set by one drummer for his own playing, so the feel will not match a numbered size exactly.
Product detailSKU #1274115062433
Vic FirthNicko McBrain Signature Drum Sticks
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Signature hickory sticks made to Nicko McBrain's spec. A kit stick for drummers who want his dimensions rather than a standard 5A or 5B.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and metal drummers looking for a signature-model feel
- Iron Maiden fans who want McBrain's stick dimensions
- Drummers experimenting with signature shapes to find their size
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers who already know the standard size they like
- Marching and corps players — this is a drum kit stick
- Anyone wanting a nylon tip for brighter cymbal attack
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
Hickory
Stiff and dense with reasonable shock absorption. Handles hard hitting better than maple, less brittle than oak.
Detail 03
Wood tip
Warmer, darker cymbal sound than nylon. The tip wears with use, which slowly changes the attack.
Detail 04
Sold as a pair
One pair per purchase. Heavy hitters go through sticks quickly, so buy accordingly.
Detail 05
Vic Firth taper
Neck profile controls rebound. A longer taper gives more flex and a faster response off the head.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No bag, case, or stick holder included — just the pair
- 02Signature dimensions may not match the numbered size you normally play
- 03Check the shaft is straight by rolling it on a flat surface
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size are these compared to a 5A?
Signature sticks are built to one drummer's spec rather than a standard numbered size, so the diameter and length will differ from a 5A.
02Do these have a wood or nylon tip?
Wood. That gives a warmer, darker cymbal sound than nylon, and the tip wears gradually with playing.
03Are signature sticks worth it over standard sizes?
Only if the dimensions suit your hands and playing. The name adds nothing to the sound. Try them as another size option.
04Will these work for metal?
Yes. Hickory handles hard hitting, and the model comes from a drummer playing that style. Expect normal breakage at high volume.
