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American Classic NE1 - by Mike Johnston Drumsticks ／ American Classic
The Vic Firth NE1 is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Vic Firth as the American Classic NE1 - by Mike Johnston Drumsticks. It is .579″ (14.7 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It has a wood barrel tip and a long taper.
| Diameter | .579″ (14.7 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Barrel |
| Tip material | Wood |
| Taper | Long |
| Finish | Natural |
| Weight | ≈50g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | American Classic |
| Signature model | — |
| Model number (SKU) | NE1 |
| Brand | Vic Firth |
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.
Close to a cylinder, with a broad contact area. Cymbals give you thickness ahead of definition, and drums are easy to drive. Common on power-oriented models.
Founded 1963 in New England, the world's largest stickmaker. Its founder was principal timpanist of the Boston Symphony. Merged with Zildjian in 2010. Japan distribution: Pearl.
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