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Signature Series -- Matt Garstka Drumsticks ／ Signature Series
The Vic Firth SGAR is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Vic Firth as the Signature Series -- Matt Garstka Drumsticks. It is .587″ (14.9 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It has a wood other tip and a medium taper. It is the signature model of drummer Matt Garstka.
| Diameter | .587″ (14.9 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Other (Blended) |
| Tip material | Wood |
| Taper | Medium |
| Finish | Natural |
| Weight | ≈51g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Signature Series |
| Signature model | Matt Garstka signature |
| Model number (SKU) | SGAR |
| 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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