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Manu Katché Artist Series Drumsticks ／ Artist Series
The Zildjian ZASMK is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Zildjian as the Manu Katché Artist Series Drumsticks. It is 15.945″ (405 mm) long. It has a wood ball tip and a medium taper. It is the signature model of drummer Manu Katché.
| Diameter | n/a |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.945″ (405 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Ball |
| Tip material | Wood |
| Taper | Medium |
| Finish | Natural |
| Weight | — |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Artist Series |
| Signature model | Manu Katché signature |
| Model number (SKU) | ZASMK |
| Brand | Zildjian |
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