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5A ／ Standard Long
The Meinl SB103 is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Meinl as the 5A. It is .567″ (14.4 mm) in diameter and 16.496″ (419 mm) long. It has a acorn tip. Meinl lists 20 drummers playing it.
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| Diameter | .567″ (14.4 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.496″ (419 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Acorn (Acorn Tip) |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | — |
| Weight | ≈50g est. |
| Weight class | Light |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Standard Long |
| Signature model | — |
| Model number (SKU) | SB103 |
| Brand | Meinl |
Drummers the maker itself lists as playing this model. Each name links to that drummer's own page.
The default choice, and for good reason: enough weight and give to soak up shock, so less buzz reaches your hands, plus it holds up well. Start here if you're not sure.
A near-round nose on a fuller body. You keep the clear articulation of a ball tip but gain some width and volume in the sound.
A Bavarian percussion maker founded in 1951, best known for cymbals and cajons. The sticks come from Meinl Stick & Brush, a sub-brand launched in 2018.
Standard drum set sticks. This is the site's default filter, and every familiar model number like 5A or 7A lives here.