Drum Sticks

Every drummer needs a solid pair of drumsticks. If you're just starting out and want to buy drumsticks don't overthink it. Grab a standard 5A pair in hickory and see how they feel. More experienced players know that the right drumsticks for drums can make or break a session. Weight matters: heavier sticks give you more power for rock while lighter ones let you finesse jazz patterns without wearing out your wrists. The wood type changes things too. Hickory's the workhorse, maple feels lighter and oak is built like a tank. Tip shape affects your sound on cymbals, and once you get comfortable techniques like the side stick drum hit open up new textures in your playing.