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ANUP SASTRY ／ Signature
The Meinl SB614 is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Meinl as the ANUP SASTRY. It is .626″ (15.9 mm) in diameter and 17.008″ (432 mm) long. It has a acorn tip. It is the signature model of drummer Anup Sastry.
| Diameter | .626″ (15.9 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 17.008″ (432 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Acorn (Acorn Tip) |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | — |
| Weight | ≈63g est. |
| Weight class | Medium |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Signature |
| Signature model | Anup Sastry signature |
| Model number (SKU) | SB614 |
| Brand | Meinl |
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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.
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