American Custom

American Custom SD5 Echo Drumsticks

American Custom SD5 Echo Drumsticks

$14.99
$14.99

Round tip. Extra long taper for control.

SKU:SD5

DETAILS

Round tip. Extra long taper for control.

  • Crafted from maple for a lighter feel and response
  • Very long taper and a thin neck provide great rebound and control
  • Balanced with a short tapered butt end

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Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 10 reviews.

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Do you need more speed & precision but not volume?

"Vintage Drum Expert John Aldridge talked about a pair of sticks made over 75 years ago that were nicknamed the "Moeller" sticks, after Ludwig Drum Company author Sanford A. Moeller. Aldridge described the sticks as: "Having a very gradual taper so as to make them more whip-like". That description would apply to these SD5 sticks. If you are playing a rudimental piece at 120 BPM, switch over to these sticks and you will be able to execute the same figures at 130 BPM. These sticks create a greater fulcrum because there is a lot less material in the shoulder up front. Ideal for situations where you need speed and precision in lieu of volume, like symphonic band and orchestra."

— Gary K. (5/5)

Great for Jazz

"Great stick for balance and lower volume gigs. I play jazz in quiet venues. They are perfect."

— Alan O. (5/5)

The lightest sticks I’ve played

"The lightest sticks I’ve played with. Very delicate and perfect for playing quietly and lightly."

— Kahlil B. (3/5)

Greatest drum sticks ever!

"Greatest drum sticks ever!"

— Dave J. (5/5)

Comfort and ease

"Love these sticks i suffer from arthritis in my hands and theyre one of the best sticks ive ever played"

— Dave (5/5)

Great

"I play in a variety of situations and the sticks I purchased support my versatility. VF has been my main brand for many years. They have amazing balance and feel, and I hope I win the sweepstakes."

— Wayne (5/5)

SD5 echo

"I NEED you to start making this stick again please! It's one of a kind! I'll buy a box of em' Great feeling and sounding stick with a perfect tip. The maple wood just brings every cymbal to life. Excellent rebound with unparalleled finger control. BRING IT BACK!!"

— Barry (5/5)

SD5's are my favourite stick.

"These are unusual sticks but so beautifully balanced, a joy to play with."

— Anonymous (5/5)

I have used these for years

"My go to stick. The taper gives me a great range of colour on rims, bells etc. Fabulous for dynamic control. Beautiful cymbal definition"

— Martin (5/5)

If you make it I will by one hundred pairs of sticks.

"Use these sticks when you're ready to express dynamic range and tonal quality from you kit."

— Joshua (5/5)

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