Light and fast for jazz orchestral and pit work. L=16 Dia.=.565 . The American Sound® drumsticks are a take off on Vic Firth s most popular American Classic® models featuring the shaft and neck specifications of the 7A 8D and 5A 5B 2B and ROCK but with a full round tip. This tip change creates a completely different sound for each model bringing increased focus and clarity to the drums and cymbals. This line furthers Vic Firth s effort to offer drummers the ability to change their sound and color without sacrificing feel and balance.