Vic Firth American Classic Extreme 5B Hickory Drumsticks, Wood Tip
The Vic Firth American Classic Extreme 5B is a 0.595 in by 16 1/2 in stick: the 5B, with an extra half inch for power and reach. It is sold as a pair, with a wood teardrop tip.
What sets it apart
- 5B girth at 0.595 in
- 16 1/2 in: reach and leverage
- The 5B feel, kept intact
X5B or X5A: diameter decides
The two most requested Extreme models share the same 16 1/2 in length, the same teardrop and the same medium taper. What sets them apart is three hundredths of an inch: 0.595 in for the X5B, 0.565 in for the X5A. That gap is enough to put more mass behind every stroke. Vic Firth calls it a longer 5B that gains reach and leverage without changing the feel.
Specifications
| Series | American Classic Extreme |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 0.595 in (1.51 cm) |
| Length | 16.5 in (41.91 cm) |
| Tip | Teardrop, wood |
| Taper | Medium |
| Quantity | 1 pair |
What it's for
- 5B players who want more reach
- Rock and amplified gigs
- Kits with several toms
Compared with other manufacturers
Lengthened 5B sticks from other makers:
| Maker | Model | Tip | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vic Firth | Extreme 5B | Teardrop | 16 1/2 in |
| Promark | Rebound 5B Long | Acorn | 16 1/2 in |
| Promark | Finesse 5B Long (maple) | Small round tip | 16 1/2 in |
| Regal Tip | 5BX Wood Tip 225RX | Acorn | 16 1/4 in |
| Vater | Power 5B Acorn | Acorn | 16 1/2 in |
Frequently asked questions
- X5B vs 5B: what's the difference?
- The X5B is 16 1/2 in and the 5B is 16 in; the 0.595 in diameter stays the same.
- X5B or X5A: which one?
- Same length; the X5B is thicker, 0.595 in versus 0.565 in.
- How long is the Extreme 5B?
- 16 1/2 in, or 41.91 cm.
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