The promark rebound 5ab firegrain hickory drumsticks are ideal for drummers who want a longer lasting stick without losing their natural feel or balance. Crafted using promarks firegrain heat tempering process these sticks are flame hardened for impressive durability while maintaining the same weight and response as regular hickory. Youll notice the difference in how they hold up under heavy playing no gimmicks just real wood made tougher by fire.the reinvented acorn tip provides a wide sweet spot for clean articulation across cymbals and drums helping every stroke cut through clearly. Sitting between the classic 5a and 5b sizes the .580 diameter gives you a balanced feel with added control for versatile playing styles. Each pair is weight and pitch matched through promarks promatch process ensuring consistent performance every time you play.