Description
The Chord M5BW is a pair of maple drum sticks made to the 5B profile with wood tips. Maple is a lighter wood than hickory, so these sticks feel quick in the hand and put less weight behind each stroke. That makes them a good match for players who want speed and precision, whether you are working through fast fills or keeping a light touch across the kit.
The 5B is one of the most widely used stick sizes, sitting between the thinner 5A and the heavier 2B. It gives you a fair amount of body without feeling bulky, so it suits a broad spread of playing styles from rock to jazz. The wood tip produces a warmer, rounder sound off the cymbals and drum heads compared with a nylon tip, which is why many players stick with wood for its natural feel and tone.
These come as a matched pair, so both sticks are close in weight and pitch. Maple sticks are part of our wider range, available in various sizes and with either wood or nylon tips, so you can pick the option that fits how you play. Note that drum sticks are drumsticks either way in UK and US use. If you get through sticks quickly during practice or gigs, the maple build gives you a responsive, lightweight feel at a sensible price.
Specification
| Weight (each) |
0.05KG |
| Dimensions (each) |
408mm x 16mmØ |
| Tip style |
Wood |
| Wood type |
Maple |
Frequently Asked
What size are these drum sticks?
They are a 5B profile, a popular mid-range size that sits between the lighter 5A and the heavier 2B.
Do they have wood or nylon tips?
The M5BW has wood tips, which give a warmer, more natural tone off cymbals and heads than nylon tips.
How many sticks are included?
You get one matched pair, so both sticks are close in weight and pitch.
Why choose maple over hickory?
Maple is lighter than hickory, so the sticks feel faster in the hand and suit players who want speed and precision.
What playing styles do these suit?
The 5B size works well across many styles, from rock to jazz, thanks to its balanced weight and feel.