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SWING 7A ／ Big Apple
The Meinl SB122 is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Meinl as the SWING 7A. It is .539″ (13.7 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It has a acorn tip. Meinl lists 8 drummers playing it.
| Diameter | .539″ (13.7 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Acorn (Small Acorn Tip) |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | — |
| Weight | ≈43g est. |
| Weight class | Light |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Big Apple |
| Signature model | — |
| Genre tags | Jazz |
| Model number (SKU) | SB122 |
| Brand | Meinl |
Drummers the maker itself lists as playing this model. Each name links to their entry in the drummer directory.
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.
A near-round nose on a fuller body. You keep the clear articulation of a ball tip but gain some width and volume in the sound.
A Bavarian percussion maker founded in 1951, best known for cymbals and cajons. The sticks come from Meinl Stick & Brush, a sub-brand launched in 2018.
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.