Through our website and through personal contact, we hear from thousands of drummers around the world each and every year. Their concerns are all virtually identical.

1. There are so many drumstick models from which to choose, where do I start my search?
2. What do the different model numbers mean?
3. What is the relationship from one model number to another?
4. Once I find a model I like, how do I move to another model for a different musical application?

Of course, drummers generally select their sticks by "feel". Most drummers define "feel" as diameter first, followed by length and other factors. Diameter, however, is the common thread in determining where most drummers start their search.

When you look at the chart below, you'll see that we've segmented our sticks into 5 size categories; Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, and Double Extra Large. Each category has a color code. This new and simplified selection system makes it easy for experienced drummers and novices alike to quickly navigate through our line of sticks. By summer 2008, you'll start seeing brand new packaging that utilizes this new classification system. In the meantime, we've already incorporated it into our web site.

Let us know how you feel about this new way of thinking.



Choosing the right drumstick is all about feel – a stick's diameter, length, weight, type of wood, taper, tip and finish all determine the way it feels in your hand. There's a stick for every player, and every style of music. To play your best, choose the stick that feels the best. After finding a size that feels good, you can confidently experiment with other models.







WOOD
Weight, density, texture, resonance and flexibility all vary from one type of wood to another. For the best playing experience possible, choose sticks made from wood that feels right in your hands and projects the sound you want.



TAPER
The length of the taper, and diameter where it meets the tip, determines how quickly the stick rebounds off drums and
cymbals. This can affect tonal brightness and volume.



TIP
The size of the tip's point of contact with the instrument determines tone and articulation. The differences can be very subtle. Wood tips generally produce a warmer sound, and nylon tips often produce a brighter, more articulate sound and are more durable. Experiment until you find the sound that you like.



FINISH
The main effects of a stick's finish are on its grip and feel.



TESTING A STICK
Pro-Mark tests and inspects its drumsticks many times during the manufacturing process so that you don't have to. Each pair is weight and pitch-matched to ensure quality and uniformity. When you buy Pro-Mark drumsticks, you buy with confi dence. All Pro-Mark products are covered by our exclusive Performance Guarantee.™