{"product_id":"vic-firth-american-classic-drumsticks-85a-wood-tip","title":"Vic Firth American Classic Drumsticks - 85A - Wood Tip","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eVic Firth American Classic® 85A Drumsticks\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n    \u003csection\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAffectionately referred to as the \"diet 5A\", the 85A combines the dimensions of an 8D and 5A for a perfectly balanced stick with a lighter touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe American Classic line combines tradition and Vic Firth style. With bold designs, the Classics are turned from select hickory — a dense wood with little flex for a more pronounced sound. Hickory is also capable of withstanding a great deal of shock, making it highly durable. The tips are deeply back-cut for intensified cymbal response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eA hybrid of the 8D and 5A dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eIdeal for jazz and fusion playing and getting around the kit effortlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n    \u003csection\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.55” (1.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16” (40.64 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Classic\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hickory\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tear Drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium (Taper affects the feel and balance of a stick. A long taper produces a back-heavy feel with more flex and a faster response. A short taper provides more power and durability with a front-heavy feel. A medium taper gives you the best balance between the butt and the tip.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/vicfirth.com\/cdn\/shop\/t\/26\/assets\/sticker.png?v=26721633273026266961738084115\" alt=\"Vic Firth Spec Taper Guide\" width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/figure\u003e\n    \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Zildjian","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51824287088918,"sku":"VF85A","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1475\/9390\/files\/VF85A.webp?v=1788793532","url":"https:\/\/www.micheomusic.com\/products\/vic-firth-american-classic-drumsticks-85a-wood-tip","provider":"Micheo Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}