Vic Firth V5B 5B Baget 
 

5B

American Classic®

 

More substantial than a 5A, but not overpowering. Medium taper for a great balance.

 

 

Diameter: .595" | 1.51cm

 

 

 

 

Length: 16" | 40.64cm

 

 

 MEDIUM Taper

 

 

 

 

 

Taper affects the feel and balance of a stick.

A LONG TAPER produces a Back-Heavy Feel with more Flex and Faster Response.

A SHORT TAPER provides More Power and Durability with a Front Heavy Feel.

A MEDIUM TAPER gives you the best Balance between the Butt and the Tip

 

 

 

 General:

 

 

 

 

• Material: HICKORY
• Surface coating: LACQUER

 

 

 

Tip: [?]

 

Tip shape and material have a big Impact on the sound a drum stick produces.

Within each tip shape, it is helpful to know that a

VERY LARGE SURFACE AREA will Create a Dark, Rich Sound,

while a

VERY SMALL SURFACE AREA will Produce a Light Sound with Clear Definition.

 

• Type: WOOD
• Shape: TEAR DROP
• Surface area: MEDIUM