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World Classic -- Alex Acuña "Conquistador" Timbale Sticks ／ World Classic
The Vic Firth SAA is a hickory drumstick for percussion, listed by Vic Firth as the World Classic -- Alex Acuña "Conquistador" Timbale Sticks. It is .441″ (11.2 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It is the signature model of drummer Alex Acuña.
| Diameter | .441″ (11.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | — |
| Tip material | Wood |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | Natural |
| Weight | ≈29g est. |
| Category | Other |
| Series | World Classic |
| Signature model | Alex Acuña signature |
| Model number (SKU) | SAA |
| Brand | Vic Firth |
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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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