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Kozo Suganuma Artist Series Drumsticks ／ Artist Series
The Zildjian ZASKS is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Zildjian as the Kozo Suganuma Artist Series Drumsticks. It is .551″ (14.0 mm) in diameter and 16.260″ (413 mm) long. It has a nylon barrel tip and a medium taper. It is the signature model of drummer Kozo Suganuma.
| Diameter | .551″ (14.0 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.260″ (413 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Barrel |
| Tip material | Nylon |
| Taper | Medium |
| Finish | Natural |
| Weight | ≈46g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Artist Series |
| Signature model | Kozo Suganuma signature |
| Model number (SKU) | ZASKS |
| Brand | Zildjian |
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