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Corpsmaster marching line
Built for high-tension marching snare, where the head barely gives and the stick takes the shock instead.
Product detailSKU #1274115062746
Vic FirthThom Hannum Corpsmaster Marching Drum Sticks Wood
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Thom Hannum signature marching sticks from Vic Firth's Corpsmaster line. For marching snare players, not for drum set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching snare on high-tension heads
- Drumline rehearsal and field work
- Players already using a Corpsmaster stick who want a spare pair
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drum set players — a marching stick is too heavy on a kit
- Quiet playing of any kind; these are built for volume
- Beginners on a starter kit who need a general-purpose stick
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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Signature model
The dimensions follow one player's spec. Feel is specific, so try before committing a whole line to it.
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Wood tip
Standard for marching snare. Gives a defined, articulate attack on a tight Kevlar-style head.
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Hickory
Stiff and dense enough to survive high-tension rebound without going soft after a season of rehearsals.
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$14.99 per pair
Low enough that a line can standardise on one model and keep replacement pairs on hand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One pair; no stick bag, tape or backup pair included
- 02Match the whole line to one model — mismatched sticks sound uneven
- 03Too heavy for kit playing; buy a separate set for drum set
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use marching sticks on a drum set?
You can, but they're heavy and built for high-tension heads. On a kit they feel sluggish and hit harder than most playing calls for.
02What is the Corpsmaster line?
Vic Firth's marching stick range, built for high-tension marching snare rather than drum set.
03Is this one pair?
Yes, one matched pair at $14.99.
04Should the whole drumline use the same model?
Yes. Different sticks produce different attack and volume, so a line playing mixed models will not sound uniform.
