What do the letters on drumsticks mean?

The weight and diameter of a stick is usually indicated by number and letter respectively, eg. 7A, 2B, 5A. The higher the number, the lighter the stick. Diameter wise, a 5B stick is thicker (larger in diameter) than a 5A stick.

What are drummer sticks called?

A drumstick is a type of percussion mallet used particularly for playing snare drum, drum kit, and some other percussion instruments, and particularly for playing unpitched percussion. Drumsticks generally have all of the following characteristics: They are normally supplied and used in pairs.

Why do some drummers hold stick sideways?

Unlike matched grip, each hand holds the stick differently. This grip is called traditional because it descends from military marching drummers who carried a snare drum on a sling hung from the neck or one shoulder, with the drum riding closer to one hip than the other and tilted slightly for easier reach.

How do you pick the right size drumsticks?

Well, for beginners, the general consensus is to go with 5A sticks, because of their size and oval bead which allow for playing almost any music style. As for practicing, many drummers choose to use fatter sticks, such as 2B so that when they go back to “regular” or “thinner” sticks, they have it even easier to play.

What is the difference between 5A and 5B drumsticks?

The 5B pair of drum sticks is very similar to that of a 5A but is slightly thicker. Since the 5B is slightly thicker, there will be a more powerful sound when hitting the drum, but for the most part everything else is the same. The 5B model is the traditional stick size used in a classroom.

What is the Moeller method drums?

The Moeller Method is a technique that uses a ‘whipping motion’ to help drummers increase speed, efficiency, and power. This technique combines three different types of drum strokes into one arm motion and uses gravity to assist your playing.