Vic Firth American Classic 5B Hickory Drumsticks (5B)

The Vic Firth American Classic 5B is a thicker, durable take on the classic all-round stick. A tear-drop wood tip gives rich cymbal tone, while select hickory and a medium taper provide a solid feel with balanced rebound. A dependable choice for rock, band, and daily practice.

Key Features

• 5B size with added thickness for durability and punch

• Tear-drop wood tip for warm, full cymbal sounds

• Select hickory for strength and clear attack

• Medium taper balances control and response

• Lacquer finish; Perfect Pair weight & tone matched consistency

Why Choose 5B?

• Extra mass for louder stages and confident backbeats

• Still versatile enough for rehearsals, lessons, and general use

• Consistent feel pair-to-pair makes replacements seamless

Specifications

• Diameter: 0.595″ (1.51 cm)

• Length: 16″ (40.64 cm)

• Taper: Medium

• Tip: Tear-drop, wood

• Wood: Hickory

• Finish: Lacquer

• Family/Series: American Classic

• SKU: 5B

Use Cases

Rock and pop kits, school band, worship teams, pad practice and warm-ups.