DRUMSTICKS 2018 Product Guide
WHY PLAY ZILDJIAN STICKS?
Drummers express themselves not only through the sounds they make, but through the vibe they create. Zildjian represents four centuries of musical expression and knows how drummers want to sound, feel and look. Zildjian sticks have as much attitude as you do.
NEW FOR 2018
YOUR ATTITUDE FUELS OURS.
At Zildjian, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what a drumstick can be and where the art of drumming can go. That starts with you. Connect with us and help us write the next chapter of the #ZildjianSticks story.
This year, we’re excited to roll out our new and improved 5A and 5B profiles! Redesigned from the ground up for more durability and a better feel, the new 5A and 5B are available in over 30 variations – from colors to DIP® to Anti-Vibe™ and everything in between. There’s something for everybody.
TAYLOR HAWKINS - FOO FIGHTERS
JOSH DUN - TWENTY ONE PILOTS
Artist Series Hickory Series Maple, Laminated Birch & Anti-Vibe™ DIP® Brushes, Mallets, Rods & World Percussion Stick Anatomy Drumstick Selection Guide
TRAVIS BARKER L: 16 3/8” D: .595”
ARTIST SERIES DRUMSTICKS
HAL BLAINE L: 15 1/4” D: .500”
RONALD BRUNER JR.
TERRI LYNE CARRINGTON
L: 16” D: .550”
L: 16” D: .530”
DENNIS CHAMBERS
TRÉ COOL L: 16 1/2” D: .625”
LUIS CONTE L: 15 1/2” D: .455”
L: 16” D: .550”
JOSH DUN L: 16 1/2” D: .585”
DAVE GROHL L: 16 3/4” D: .600”
TRILOK GURTU L: 16” D: .550” L: 16 3/8” D: .610” (ROCK)
TAYLOR HAWKINS
ROY HAYNES
MANU KATCHE
L: 15 7/8” D: .600”
L: 15 7/8” D: .550”
L: 15 15/16” D: .550”
JOEY KRAMER L: 16 1/4” D: 550”
MARC QUINONES L: 16 5/8” D: .465” (SALSA)
L: 16 5/8” D: .500”
JOHN OTTO L: 16” D: .560”
JOHN RILEY
THOMAS PRIDGEN L: 16 1/8” D: .590”
L: 16” D: .550”
ANTONIO SANCHEZ L: 16 1/4” D: .550”
ERIC SINGER L: 16” D: .620”
ZAK STARKEY L: 16” D: .555”
(ROCK)
DANNY SERAPHINE L: 16” D: .560”
RINGO STARR L: 16” D: .545”
BILL STEWART L: 15 7/8” D: .500”
KOZO SUGANUMA L: 16 1/4” D: .550”
RONNIE VANNUCCI L: 16 1/2” D: .610”
BROOKS WACKERMAN L: 16 1/8” D: .605”
ADRIAN YOUNG L: 16 1/2” D: .585”
NEW 7A - NATURAL L: 15 1/2” D: .520” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
JAZZ - NATURAL L: 16” D: .540” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
5A - NATURAL L: 16” D: .560” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
5A ACORN - NATURAL L: 16 1/4” D: .570” TIP: WOOD
ABSOLUTE ROCK - NATURAL L: 16” D: 0.575” TIP: WOOD
HICKORY SERIES
3A ACORN - NATURAL L: 16” D: .580” TIP: WOOD
Made from the finest selection of North American Hickory, these models feature the time-tested favorite of all drumstick woods.
SUPER 5A - NATURAL L: 16 1/2” D: .585” TIP: WOOD
5B ACORN - NATURAL L: 16 1/4” D: .595” TIP: WOOD
SUPER 5B - NATURAL L: 16 1/2” D: .595” TIP: WOOD
5B - NATURAL L: 16” D: .600” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
NEW
ROCK - NATURAL L: 16 5/8” D: 0.625” TIP: WOOD
2B - NATURAL L: 16” D: .625” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: 7A - BLACK L: 15 1/2” D: .520” TIP: WOOD 5A - BLUE 5A - BLACK 5A - RED L: 16” D: .560” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON 5A ACORN - BLACK L: 16 1/4” D: .570” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
NEW
NEW
NEW
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: 6 GAUGE - NATURAL L: 16” D: .535” TIP: WOOD
12 GAUGE - NATURAL L: 16” D: .610” TIP: WOOD
8 GAUGE - NATURAL L: 16” D: .550” TIP: WOOD
5A ACORN - GREEN L: 16 1/4” D: .570” TIP: WOOD
9 GAUGE - NATURAL L: 16” D: .563” TIP: WOOD
5A ACORN - PINK L: 16 1/4” D: .570” TIP: WOOD
10 GAUGE - NATURAL L: 16” D: .595” TIP: WOOD
5A ACORN - YELLOW L: 16 1/4” D: .570” TIP: WOOD
NEW
5B - BLACK 5B - RED L: 16” D: .600” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON 5A ACORN - RED/WHITE L: 16 1/4” D: .570” TIP: WOOD
NEW SUPER 7A - MAPLE L: 16” D: .525” TIP: WOOD
JAZZ - MAPLE L: 16” D: .540” TIP: WOOD
5A - MAPLE L: 16” D: .560” TIP: WOOD
NEW HEAVY 5A - LB L: 16” D: .560” TIP: WOOD
NEW HEAVY 5B - LB L: 16” D: .600” TIP: WOOD
HEAVY JAZZ - LB L: 16” D: .540” TIP: WOOD
MAPLE
HEAVY SUPER 5A - LB L: 16 1/2” D: .585” TIP: WOOD
LAMINATED BIRCH & ANTI-VIBE™ SERIES Patented technology effectively reduces unwanted vibrations.
7A - ANTI-VIBE™ L: 15 1/2” D: .520” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
5A - ANTI-VIBE™ L: 16” D: .560” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
NEW
5B - ANTI-VIBE™ L: 16” D: 0.600” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
NEW
TRIGGER - ANTI-VIBE™ L: 16” D: 0.590” TIP: WOOD
NEW 7A - DIP BLACK OR PURPLE L: 15 1/2” D: 0.520” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON ®
5A - DIP BLACK OR PURPLE L: 16” D: 0.560” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON ®
NEW 5A ACORN - DIP BLACK L: 16 1/4” D: 0.570” TIP: WOOD ®
5B - DIP BLACK OR PURPLE L: 16” D: 0.600” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON ®
DIP SERIES ®
The original anti-slip coating! Trusted by millions of drummers, our rubberized coating allows for a more relaxed grip. 2B - DIP® BLACK L: 16” D: 0.625” TIP: WOOD OR NYLON
SUPER 7A - DIP® GREEN MAPLE L: 16” D: 0.525” TIP: WOOD
5A - DIP® GREEN MAPLE L: 16” D: 0.560” TIP: WOOD
NEW
5B - DIP® GREEN MAPLE L: 16” D: 0.600” TIP: WOOD
NEW
7A ACORN - DIP® ORANGE MAPLE L: 16” D: .555” TIP: WOOD
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: PROFESSIONAL WIRE BRUSH - RETRACTABLE SUSPENDED CYMBAL MALLET - NATURAL CYMBAL MALLET - NATURAL CYMBAL MALLET - BLACK GONG MALLET
BRUSHES MALLETS RODS & WORLD PERCUSSION
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: MEZZO 1 - MULTI-ROD Moderate Volume Option MEZZO 2 - MULTI-ROD Low Volume Option TRAVIS BARKER - DOUBLE-STICK MALLET DENNIS CHAMBERS - DOUBLE-STICK MALLET JOHN RILEY - DOUBLE-STICK MALLET
ANATOMY OF A DRUMSTICK TIP
Shape and size are critical to your sound! Always consider surface area. Tip shapes and sizes that create a broad surface area will generate a wider palette of complex sounds, whereas smaller surface areas create bright, tight and precise sounds.
TAPER
NECK
Area just before the tip and the thinnest part of the stick.
The single biggest contributor to feel and response. Longer tapers make a stick feel fast and responsive. Shorter tapers add power and help you really lay into the drums and cymbals.
SHOULDER The precise spot where the shaft begins to taper into the neck.
SHAFT Smack a good rim shot on your snare. The shaft is the area that takes the most impact.
BUTT
The entire profile of a Zildjian stick is formed on a centerless grinder - not just the tip! A stone ground butt–end is more comfortable in the hand and provides better consistency for players who like to flip their sticks around for a strong backbeat!
LENGTH
Longer sticks provide added reach and a slightly more front-heavy feel. Shorter sticks tend to be more agile.
WHEN THE STICK IS RIGHT, EVERYTHING ELSE FALLS INTO PLACE. Use our STICK SELECTION GUIDE on the next page to find your perfect stick! Mix and match lengths, tapers and tip shapes for a feel and sound that’s all your own.
DRUMSTICK SELECTION GUIDE SORTED BY DIAMETER, ASCENDING ORDER SKU
Model Name
Tip Material
Finish/Color
Diameter
Length Taper
Stick Material
Tip Shape
ZASBS
Bill Stewart
Wood
Natural
0.500
15.875
Hickory
Oval
Medium
ZASHB
Hal Blaine
Wood
Natural
.500"
15.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z7ANA
7A
Nylon
Anti-Vibe
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7ANB
7A
Nylon
Black
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7AND
7A
Nylon
Black DIP
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7AN
7A
Nylon
Natural
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7ANDP
7A
Nylon
Purple DIP
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7AA
7A
Wood
Anti-Vibe
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
SKU
Model Name
Tip Material
Finish/Color
Diameter
Length Taper
Stick Material
Tip Shape
ZASJKG
Joey Kramer
Wood
Green DIP
.550"
16.25"
Hickory
Acorn
Medium
ZASJO
John Riley
Wood
Natural
.550"
16"
Long
Hickory
Acorn
ZASKS
Kozo Suganuma
Nylon
Natural
.550"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Barrel
ZASMK
Manu Katché Wood
Natural
.550"
15.94”
Medium
Hickory
Round
ZASRB
Ronald Bruner Jr.
Wood
Orange
.550"
16"
Long
Hickory
Oval
ZASRH
Roy Haynes
Wood
Walnut Stain
.550"
15.875" Long
Hickory
Long Oval
ZASTG
Trilok Gurtu
Wood
Walnut Stain w/Yellow DIP
.550"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZSDMDC
Dennis Chambers Double Stick/Mallet
Wood/ Felt
Natural
.550"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Round
ZSDMJO
John Riley Double Stick/Mallet
Wood/ Felt
Natural
.550"
16"
Long
Hickory
Acorn
ZASZS
Zak Starkey
Wood
Natural
.555"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval Acorn
Z7AB
7A
Wood
Black
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7AD
7A
Wood
Black DIP
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7A
7A
Wood
Natural
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z7AACDO
7A
Wood
Orange DIP
.555”
16”
Medium
Maple
Z7ADP
7A
Wood
Purple DIP
.520"
15.5"
Medium
Hickory
Round
Z5AM
5A
Wood
Natural
.560"
16"
Medium
Maple
Oval
ZS7AM
Super 7A
Wood
Natural
.525"
16"
Medium
Maple
Round
Z5AMDG
5A
Wood
Green DIP
.560"
16"
Medium
Maple
Oval
ZS7AMDG
Super 7A
Wood
Green DIP
.525"
16"
Medium
Maple
Round
Z5ANA
5A
Nylon
Anti-Vibe
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZASTC
Terri Lyne Carrington
Wood
Natural
.530"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5ANB
5A
Nylon
Black
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZGS6
6 Gauge
Wood
Natural
.535"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Fusion
Z5ANBU
5A
Nylon
Blue
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZJZH
Heavy Jazz
Wood
Natural
.540"
16"
Medium
Laminated Birch
Tear Drop
Z5AND
5A
Nylon
Black DIP
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval Oval
ZJZM
Jazz
Wood
Natural
.540"
16"
Medium
Maple
Z5AN
5A
Nylon
Natural
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5ANDP
5A
Nylon
Purple DIP
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
5A
Nylon
Red
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZJZN
Jazz
Nylon
Natural
.540"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5ANR
ZJZ
Jazz
Wood
Natural
.540"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5AA
5A
Wood
Anti-Vibe
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5AB
5A
Wood
Black
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZASRS
Ringo Starr
Wood
Purple DIP
.545"
16"
Long
Hickory
Oval
ZGS8
8 Gauge
Wood
Natural
.550"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Fusion
Z5ABU
5A
Wood
Blue
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Barrel
Z5AD
5A
Wood
Black DIP
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5A
5A
Wood
Natural
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZASAS ZASDC ZASDCN
Antonio Sánchez
Wood
Dennis Chambers
Wood
Dennis Chambers
Nylon (Black)
Natural Natural Natural
.550" .550" .550"
16.25" 16" 16"
Medium Medium Medium
Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Hickory Hickory Hickory
Round Round
Z5ADP
5A
Wood
Purple DIP
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5AR
5A
Wood
Red
.560”
16”
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5AH
Heavy 5A
Wood
Natural
.560”
16”
Medium
Laminated Birch
Oval
SKU
Model Name
Tip Material
Finish/Color
Diameter
Length Taper
Stick Material
Tip Shape
ZASDS
Danny Seraphine
Wood
Natural
.560"
16"
Hickory
Oval
Medium
ZASOT
John Otto
Wood
Charcoal
.560"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Barrel
ZGS9
9 Gauge
Wood
Natural
.563"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Fusion
Z5AACB
5A Acorn
Wood
Black
.570"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
5ACD
5A Acorn
Wood
Black DIP
.570"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5AACD
5A Acorn
Wood
Natural
.570"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5AACDGG
5A Acorn
Wood
Neon Green
.570"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5AACDGP
5A Acorn
Wood
Neon Pink
.570"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5AACDGY
5A Acorn
Wood
Neon Yellow
.570"
16.25"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5AAC
5A Acorn
Wood
Natural
.570”
16.25”
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5AACWDR
5A Acorn
Wood
White w/ Red DIP
.570”
16.25”
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
ZARK
Absolute Rock
Wood
Natural
.575"
16"
None
Hickory
Butt
Z3A
3A
Wood
Natural
.580"
16"
Short
Hickory
Round
ZASAY
Adrian Young Nylon (Black)
White & Black
.585"
16.5"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Josh Dun
Red
ZASJD
Wood
.585"
16.5"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZS5A
Super 5A
Wood
Natural
.585"
16.5"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
ZS5AH
Heavy Super 5A
Wood
Natural
.585”
16.5”
Medium
Laminated Birch
Acorn
ZASTP
Thomas Pridgen
Wood
Natural
.590"
16.125"
Short
Hickory
Oval
ZTG
Trigger
Wood
Anti-Vibe
.590"
16"
Short
Hickory
Round
ZGS10
10 Gauge
Wood
Natural
.595"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Fusion
ZASTB
Travis Barker Wood
White
.595"
16.375" Short
Hickory
Round
ZASTBF
Travis Barker Wood
Natural
.595"
16.375" Short
Hickory
Round
ZASTBLK
Travis Barker Wood
Black
.595"
16.375" Short
Hickory
Round
ZSDMTB
Travis Barker Wood/ Double Felt Stick/Mallet
White
.595"
16.375” Short
Hickory
Round
ZS5B
Super 5B
Wood
Natural
.595"
16.5"
Short
Hickory
Barrel
Z5BAC
5B Acorn
Wood
Natural
.595”
16.25”
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
Z5BMDG
5B
Wood
Green DIP
.600"
16"
Medium
Maple
Oval
Z5BNA
5B
Nylon
Anti-Vibe
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BNB
5B
Nylon
Black
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BND
5B
Nylon
Black DIP
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
SKU
Model Name
Tip Material
Finish/Color
Diameter
Length Taper
Stick Material
Tip Shape
Z5BN
5B
Nylon
Natural
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BNDP
5B
Nylon
Purple DIP
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BNR
5B
Nylon
Red
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BA
5B
Wood
Anti-Vibe
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BB
5B
Wood
Black
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BD
5B
Wood
Black DIP
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BDP
5B
Wood
Purple DIP
.600"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BR
5B
Wood
Red
.600”
16”
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5B
5B
Wood
Natural
.600”
16”
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z5BH
Heavy 5B
Wood
Natural
.600”
16”
Medium
Laminated Birch
Oval
ZASDG
Dave Grohl
Wood
Natural
.600"
16.75"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
ZASTH
Taylor Hawkins
Wood
Natural
.600"
15.875" Short
Hickory
Round
ZASBW
Brooks Wackerman
Nylon (Red)
Natural
.605"
16.125"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZGS12
12 Gauge
Wood
Natural
.610"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Fusion
ZASRV
Ronnie Vanucci
Wood
Natural
.610"
16.5"
Long
Maple
Barrel
ZASTGR
Trilok Gurtu - Wood Rock
Walnut Stain w/Yellow DIP
.610"
16.375" Medium
Hickory
Oval
ZASES
Eric Singer
Wood
Natural
.620"
16"
Medium
Hickory
Oval
Z2BND
2B
Nylon
Black DIP
.625"
16"
Short
Hickory
Oval
Z2BN
2B
Nylon
Natural
.625"
16"
Short
Hickory
Oval
Z2BD
2B
Wood
Black DIP
.625"
16"
Short
Hickory
Oval
Z2B
2B
Wood
Natural
.625"
16"
Short
Hickory
Oval
ZASTR
Tré Cool
Wood
Natural
.625"
16.5"
Medium
Hickory
Acorn
ZRK
Rock
Wood
Natural
.625"
16.625" Medium
Hickory
Barrel
All Zildjian Drumsticks are weight sorted, pitch paired, and guaranteed straight.
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