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7A Black Drumsticks ／ Hickory Series
The Zildjian Z7AB is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Zildjian as the 7A Black Drumsticks. It is .520″ (13.2 mm) in diameter and 15.512″ (394 mm) long. It has a wood ball tip and a medium taper.
| Diameter | .520″ (13.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.512″ (394 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Ball |
| Tip material | Wood |
| Taper | Medium |
| Finish | Black |
| Weight | ≈39g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Hickory Series |
| Signature model | — |
| Model number (SKU) | Z7AB |
| Brand | Zildjian |
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