This new addition to the Innovative Percussion roster of products certainly represents a real ambition for quality. The A7X Brooks Wackerman signature drumstick slides right into your hand quite comfortably, and clearly states its purpose for rock and metal drumming. Hickory is known for its durability for the hard hitting player, but has the advantage of being a medium weight. When compared to the heavier Oak and lighter Maple, Hickory is the most well-rounded of the three wood types in terms of durability and weight. This model is unique to Innovative Percussion, with a length of 16.5” and a diameter of .626” at the hand, which tapers slightly outward to .630” at the shoulder of the stick. There is then a mild taper toward the barrel tip which helps keep the stick balanced. These attributes help create a powerful sound that can be maintained through the faster sections of music […]

April 2022 Issue