The 5A has long been the best selling stick for all styles of music due to it's well-balanced design and length. The nylon tip provides a brighter, more articulate sound. -Hickory is the most popular wood choice for drumsticks due to its resilience, responsiveness, durability, and classic feel -Diameter: .551" Length: 16" -Oval nylon tip provides a brighter more articulate tone suited for multiple applications -Medium taper for balanced response and rebound -All ProMark drumsticks are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at our Texas facility to the most stringent quality controls in the industry