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Trilok Gurtu Artist Series Drumsticks ／ Artist Series
The Zildjian ZASTG is a hickory drumstick for the drum kit, listed by Zildjian as the Trilok Gurtu Artist Series Drumsticks. It is .539″ (13.7 mm) in diameter and 15.984″ (406 mm) long. It has a wood oval tip and a medium taper. It is the signature model of drummer Trilok Gurtu.
| Diameter | .539″ (13.7 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.984″ (406 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | Oval |
| Tip material | Wood |
| Taper | Medium |
| Finish | Walnut Stain w/Yellow DIP |
| Weight | ≈43g est. |
| Category | Drum set |
| Series | Artist Series |
| Signature model | Trilok Gurtu signature |
| Model number (SKU) | ZASTG |
| Brand | Zildjian |
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