Vic Firth's DoubleGlaze design adds an extra-thick layer of glaze that helps give dry hands a little something else to hold on to. With an extra-smooth coating, these sticks are less abrasive on your pointer finger and thumb and can also help ease the strain of practicing long hours.

Vic Firth 5A American Classic drumsticks are light - but not too light - and work really well for jazz and big band music, as well as concert work. The teardrop tip balances articulation and roll smoothness nicely, while getting a full cymbal sound.