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163H/3 ／ アーティストシリーズ
The Pearl 163H/3 is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit. It is .551″ (14.0 mm) in diameter and 16.260″ (413 mm) long. It has a oval tip and a 標準 taper. It is the signature model of drummer 淳士.
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| Diameter | .551″ (14.0 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.260″ (413 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Oval |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | 標準 |
| Finish | クリアヘビー・ラッカー |
| Weight | ≈46g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | アーティストシリーズ |
| Signature model | 淳士 signature |
| Model number (SKU) | 163H/3 |
| Brand | Pearl |
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