Detail 01
Laminated birch
Provides the stated weight and control with a responsive feel.
Product detailSKU #1500000327608
Vic FirthSymphonic Collection Matt Howard Signature Laminated Birch Drum Sticks Wood
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Matt Howard Signature orchestral stick designed for responsive control, easy bounce, and nimble playing at soft dynamics.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral players seeking a responsive laminated-birch feel
- Players who value soft-grip comfort and effortless bounce
- Detailed playing at soft dynamics
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players looking for a standard-sized stick
- Players who prefer a non-wood tip
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Swoop taper and larger tip
Optimizes bounce with very little effort.
Detail 03
Wood round tip
The stick uses a wood tip with a round shape.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a Custom-size concert drum stick.
- 02It has a laminated birch construction, wood round tip, swoop taper, and laminated finish.
- 03Quantity is listed as 1.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Who developed these sticks?
Vic Firth developed them for the Symphonic Collection in collaboration with Matt Howard, Principal Percussionist with the LA Philharmonic.
02What material are they made from?
They are laminated birch drum sticks with a wood tip.
03What tip and taper do they use?
They have a round tip and a swoop taper.
04What playing feel are they designed for?
They are designed for effortless response, optimized bounce, and nimble orchestral playing, especially at soft dynamics.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Laminated
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51500000327608
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