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Z Custom LE Drumstick Collection 5A Black Chroma, Nylon Tip ／ Z Custom Sticks
The Zildjian Z5ACBN-ZC is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Zildjian as the Z Custom LE Drumstick Collection 5A Black Chroma, Nylon Tip. It is .559″ (14.2 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It has a nylon oval tip and a medium taper.
| Diameter | .559″ (14.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Oval |
| Tip material | Nylon |
| Taper | Medium |
| Finish | Metallic Black |
| Weight | ≈47g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Z Custom Sticks |
| Signature model | — |
| Model number (SKU) | Z5ACBN-ZC |
| Brand | Zildjian |
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