The style of music a drummer plays determines the size of the sticks he uses. There are three primary stick sizes to choose from, the 7a, the 5a and the 2b/5b.

The 7a is a shorter and thinner stick that is better suited for playing softer music, such as jazz. The 7a is also a great stick for beginner drummers and young drummers who are unable to play with heavier sticks.

The 5a is the most common and most versatile type of drumming stick. These sticks is thicker in diameter and one-half an inch longer than the 7a. Classic and soft rock drummers have popularized the 5a stick, but it’s suitable for playing any style or genre of music.

The 2b/5b sticks are larger, heavier sticks than the 7a or 5a that are best for playing heavier music. Playing aggressive, faster genres of music requires longer, thicker sticks that won’t break and can withstand abuse. The 2b stick is standard among drummers that play hard rock and heavy metal. The 5b is an even thicker version of the 2b that produces louder sounds and can withstand extreme levels of playing.

In some instances, drummers may find that the standard stick size for their genre or style of music does not produce their desired sound. Therefore, it is important that drummers try out various stick sizes to determine which one is right for them and their playing needs.

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