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H-YKB2（YOSHIKI モデル） ／ Signature
The TAMA H-YKB2 is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by TAMA as the H-YKB2（YOSHIKI モデル）. It is .571″ (14.5 mm) in diameter and 15.669″ (398 mm) long. It is the signature model of drummer YOSHIKI.
| Diameter | .571″ (14.5 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.669″ (398 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory (Hickory / ブラック) |
| Tip shape | — |
| Tip material | — |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | ブラック |
| Weight | ≈48g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Signature |
| Signature model | YOSHIKI signature |
| Model number (SKU) | H-YKB2 |
| Brand | TAMA |
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