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Classic 7A Hickory ／ Classic
The StarWood HIC7A is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by StarWood as the Classic 7A Hickory. It is .520″ (13.2 mm) in diameter and 15.945″ (405 mm) long. It has a teardrop tip.
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| Diameter | .520″ (13.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.945″ (405 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory (American hickory) |
| Tip shape | Teardrop |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | Natural |
| Weight | ≈40g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Classic |
| Signature model | — |
| Genre tags | Jazz |
| Model number (SKU) | HIC7A |
| Brand | StarWood |
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.
Halfway between a ball and a flat face. The tone shifts with your angle of attack, and on cymbals it balances definition against body. A genuine all-rounder.
Standard drum set sticks. This is the site's default filter, and every familiar model number like 5A or 7A lives here.
Tags models presented for jazz. Expect slimmer, lighter sticks built around cymbal legato and a delicate touch.