American Classic

American Classic® 85A Drumsticks

American Classic® 85A Drumsticks

$14.99
$14.99

Combines the dimensions of an 8D and 5A. A great jazz stick.

SKU:85A

DETAILS

Affectionately referred to as the "diet 5A", the 85A combines the dimensions of an 8D and 5A for a perfectly balanced stick with a lighter touch.

The American Classic line combines tradition and Vic Firth style. With bold designs, the Classics are turned from select hickory — a dense wood with little flex for a more pronounced sound. Hickory is also capable of withstanding a great deal of shock, making it highly durable. The tips are deeply back-cut for intensified cymbal response.

  • A hybrid of the 8D and 5A dimensions
  • Ideal for jazz and fusion playing and getting around the kit effortlessly

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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 5 reviews.

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"5A on a diet" is the best description.

"I use these for small venue soft jazz playing and they are perfect except for one thing: Vic Firth does not offer these in a Double Glaze version like they do the 5A (5ADG) which is the stick I use for large venues. I have dry hands and if I grip too hard, I stifle the bounce of the stick. The dimensions and sound of this stick is best for my dark cymbals."

— Stephen B. (5/5)

My nephew loved them!

"Bought those for my 26 year old drummer nephew, he requested them and was so happy to receive and play with them!‘��¼ #sweepstakes"

— Morgane (5/5)

The best sticks i found in years

"This is the more comfortable sticks i ever found, please Vic Firth never discontinue this sticks"

— Raãºl (5/5)

I DID buy this product again and again and again!

"These have a really good balance and the 16 inch length suits me well. I hit kinda hard so these curtail me from being tooo loud while still working great in smaller and larger venues. These have definitely become my go to sticks and VF quality is 2nd to none. Great job!!"

— Dirty B. (5/5)

Everyone try something New

"Very happy with the 85A & 55A drum stick sizes. After playing for a long time it's nice to have an option that combines or falls in between standard sizes. I first got turned on to this years ago with Dean Markley 5AB drum sticks. Thank you for offering these sizes. - Mr.M"

— Mr.M (5/5)

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