The ahead phil rudd signature drumsticks are a pair of artist series sticks designed in collaboration with phil rudd the long time rhythmic engine of legendary rock band ac dc. These longer 5a drumsticks offer more reach power and articulation everything rudd needs for those huge driving rock grooves. But the best part? No matter how hard you play they wont break. Ahead drumsticks last 6 to 10 times longer than wooden sticks while benefiting from 50 percent less shock. Which means much less strain on your wrists during hard hitting sessions and gigs. And theres more. With 5 percent more rebound ergonomically tuned handles and a built in vibration control system vrs these synthetically engineered drumsticks are designed to take your playing to the next level. And even with all these features the phil rudd signatures still feel like the most organic drumsticks youve ever held. Their high precision alloy cores guarantee consistent weight and balance variations of less than 1 percent. Pick up a pair today and keep your audience thunderstruck.