Editorial Review The DC18i was designed by Texas educator Jeff Ausdemore. The stick features a shin neck, which provides quick response in either single stokes or multiple bounce rudiments. This lighter stick has the same clear articulation as the DC8 heavier model, and the smaller diameter shaft allows for younger students to easily produce a full sound while continuing to build technique.Because of its resilience, responsiveness and durability, hickory is the most commonly used wood for drum sticks. Hickory is the classic drum stick feel. For over 50 years, ProMark has been one of the world(TM)s leading manufacturers of drumsticks, mallets, and percussion accessories. Owned and operated by D'Addario & Co., the Houston, Texas based ProMark produces products used globally by the greatest drummers and percussionists in the world, including Neal Peart, Phil Collins, Simon Phillips, Ringo Starr, and many more. ProMark " Make Your Mark.
Features 1) Hickory is the most popular wood choice for drumsticks due to its resilience, responsiveness, durability, and classic feel 2) Diameter: .680" Length: 16 13/16" 3) Round tip provides a robust sound on the marching snare drum 4) Long thin neck for a fast and responsive rebound 5) All Promark drumsticks are designed and manufactured in the USA