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H-KKU（川西幸一 モデル） ／ Signature
The TAMA H-KKU is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by TAMA as the H-KKU（川西幸一 モデル）. It is .591″ (15.0 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It is the signature model of drummer 川西幸一.
| Diameter | .591″ (15.0 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory (Hickory / ツヤ消し) |
| Tip shape | — |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | ツヤ消し |
| Weight | ≈52g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Signature |
| Signature model | 川西幸一 signature |
| Model number (SKU) | H-KKU |
| Brand | TAMA |
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