ProMark Drum Sticks - Classic Attack 5A Shira Kashi Oak Drumsticks, Oval Wood Tip, One Pair

Beautiful high quality drum sticks. Lasted my whole gig plus three practices before hand and still going strong. Not even any cuts in the wood from snare rim. (Normally go through two pairs each gig).Great weight and size (I have 7A's) and well matched pairs.

I've used Promark oak sticks for something like 25 years, and I love them. The feel is very different to the usual hickory sticks - feels more solid somehow - and they last ages. In 25 years I've only had one break on me; though the tapered ends do tend to split over time. (Maybe I should use plastic tips, but I prefer the sound of wood, especially on cymbals)

These drumsticks work brilliantly for what I need.I might have to order some more so that I have a lifetimes supply if for some reason Pro Mark stop producing these wonderful sticks..

I've played with standard Vic Firth 5As, SD9s and Vic Firth 8Ds (which are great but seem to vary in density). These were recommended by a drummer friend who'd been using them for months. He was right. I'm used to a lighter stick, but it was a problem playing with volume and I wasn't getting the most out of my cymbals. The difference with these Shira Kashi 5A Oak sticks was immediate. They've got weight, but are superbly balanced. The density of the wood creates such a precise bounce - my playing is markedly tighter and faster. I've got ten pairs so far and will be stocking up from time to time in case they stop making 'em!

I would highly recommend these drum sticks to any drummer regardless of skill or playing genre because they are so strong, durable, light and comfortable to use.I was given a pair many years back which were already worn and battered, however to my surprise they lasted over 2 years in my possession which is fantastic compared to my 2 day Vic Firth sticks! Once they eventually broke I immediately bought another pair, and after long uses there are hardly any marks or chipping into the stick!Furthermore if you are looking for a strong, highly durable, light, 5A drum stick these won't let you down! Also you will save a lot of money because you won't need to regularly buy new sticks.Happy Drumming!

Only had one rehearsal since buying these and so far so good. Never had drum sticks made of this material before so I’ll update in due course.

I'm a relative beginner so initially thought there would be no real differences between sticks. I was wrong as more experienced players will know.I had been using hickory sticks which seemed to be fine. But these Japanese oak sticks have far more feel in your hands. Possibly because the wood is denser.Anyway, I like them a lot.

I bought these initially as a joke for a mate who is a massive Rush fan. I tried them out myself and kept them. Lightweight, but with a hefty kick. I find it incredibly hard to break them. They have lasted ages. I'll never buy hickory again. I love 'em!Oh, and to all the people who say that they break after ten minutes, they are either faulty or you are using them wrong!I get a terrific crack out of them, really loud and they last weeks. Try to hit the drums in the middle and don't hit the cymbals on the edges, you'll not only break the sticks, you'll break the cymbals too!