The Vic Firth American Classic 5AW White Wood Tip Sticks features the traditional 5A tear drop tip for rich cymbal sounds with a distinctive white finish. These sticks are geat for every style of music. The American Classic line combines tradition and Vic Firth style. With bold designs for fuller sound, the Classics are turned from select hickory a dense wood with little flex for a more pronounced sound. Hickory is also capable of withstanding a great deal of shock, making it highly durable.The wood tips are deeply back-cut for intensified cymbal response.