Steve Smith
Model: ( SSS )
Signature Sticks
Elongated tip with a long shoulder and short taper. Provides the feel of a 5A with the beef of a 5B.
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0.555" | 1.41cm
16" | 40.64cm
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
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.
