I practice around 2 hours a day too, so it's not like I don't use it much That's with use from all sorts of different sticks from 7As to 3Bs or something ridiculous like that, so it's definitely possible not to do much damage at all!
I think tip shape is the biggest factor for head wear. So, if you stick with the same brand it shouldn't make a big difference. I actually just switched to 5a from 5b to have a lighter touch available on my ride, and I don't notice any difference in wear. AKA Shaggy. If you're looking for a nice middle ground between the 2 sizes, check out the Vic Firth 55A. It's my go-to stick. The man called Shaggy. In order to have a wider range of sounds, consider the following sticks, which purpose is essentially to lower your playing volume.
These are the perfect middle ground between the very low volumed brushes and the high volumed regular drumsticks. Big companies test the hell out of their drumsticks. Skip to main content Skip to primary sidebar They might not seem as such a big deal, but come to think about it, drumsticks are the DIRECT link between you and the drums.
The thing is, when you see the huge range of models offered by manufacturers… Looking at nearly different models can be: I ntimidating Confusing, and even… Disheartening… And that, even for an experienced drummer. Sounds good? First off.. Now, even though drumsticks measurments vary from one brand to the other, sizes are still considered standards… Meaning a 7A will always be thinner than a 5A, and a 2B will always be the thickest etc, no matter the brand.
So… Which model should I choose? Next up… Types of beads The shape and the material of the tip define the sound you will get, and the only rule you need to know here is: The bigger the surface that comes into contact with the drums, the less defined the sound. Beads can be made out of: Wood — which is the most widespread material. There are many physical factors which can contribute to what stick is right for you such as hand length, arm length, wrist strength and so on but the best way to find the right stick for you is to simply try them out.
Most music shops will have a practice pad set up near where they sell their sticks for customers to use. Drumstick Weight And Diameter The weight and diameter of a stick is usually indicated by number and letter respectively, eg. Drumstick Weight Categories And General Stylistic Applications The three main stick weight categories are 7, 5 and 2 although drumsticks conventionally scale from 1 up to 9. Essential Microphone Technique. Acoustic Piano Vs Digital Piano. Which should I buy?
A thinner stick is less durable than a thicker one, and it is also lighter, which makes it more appropriate for quieter styles of music jazz, acoustic pop.
A thicker stick is louder, more durable, and better suited to heavier styles of music rock, metal, big band. This is just a guide, and there's no reason you can't play metal with a pair of 7A sticks, or jazz with a pair of 2B sticks.
In fact I'd urge you to develop enough control to be able to play at all volumes regardless of the stick you're using. Here's a guide to what sort of sound you can expect from some common tip shapes. There is no right or wrong tip shape. The only way to choose the right tip for you is by trying them out both on a practice pad, and on your drums and cymbals.
Besides the different shapes, tips can come in wood or nylon. Wood tips offer a darker less resonant tone while nylon sticks offers a brighter, sharper sound, especially from cymbals. A number of global drumstick brands have a good reputation for quality and choice. Such brands include:. While going with a big brand like these usually guarantees quality, lots of smaller local drumstick manufacturers also offer a similar quality, often for a lower price. In addition to your drumsticks, you might want some specialist beaters, mallets, or brushes.
Beaters and mallets are particularly useful for cymbal or tom tom swells, something that you'll be doing lots of if you intend to play theatre productions or music for film. If you want to play jazz or light pop music in small venues or in the studio, you might want to buy some brushes.
Rods are also useful if you want a lighter, more woody sound while playing pop or rock music. You'll find these sticks in any good music shop, and they will all be a valuable addition to your stick bag. Go to a music shop and experiment with different sizes and brands. You might decide that you want a 7A wood tip, but a Vic Firth 7A and a Zildjian 7A are very different, as one has an acorn tip and one has a small head tip.
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