Zildjian Artist Series Hickory Drumsticks - Dennis Chambers - Wood Tip Signature

Really good. The tip is small so it hits the ride cymbal perfectly.

Absolutely 100% what you expect from this great brand.

If you are on the fence about whether to purchase this or the John Riley stick/mallet model, there are the similarities and differences:Similarities: both are .551 inches diameter x 16 inches length, and both have very hard, felt mallet heads.Differences: this model has a slightly larger felt mallet head than the Riley model, and the tip is ball type (versus the acorn design on the Riley model.) This one works well for cymbal work, especially if you want a defined stick; the Riley is better at rebound.Personally I prefer the Riley model. That does not make it better or worse - it's my own preference and I am sure that at least fifty percent of those reading this review will prefer the opposite. I have owned the Riley model for about twelve years and since I use them perhaps on twenty percent of my gigs, and them for maybe a song or two they have held up nicely and I have every reason to expect the same from this pair. To realistically provide a lifespan I have about 60 hours actual use. That is based on 1500 gigs since I've owned them, of which 20% is 300, multiplied by 12 minutes (two six minute songs) is 3600 minutes, which is 60 hours.As for the difference in the mallet ends, to me the sound and feel are so close that I would not be able to tell the difference if blindfolded. Either is a safe purchase if you are a drum kit player who wants a dual purpose striking instrument.

Bien

Amazing sticks