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## Description

### Essential Information About Vic Firth Freestyle Drumsticks

- **Extra long length** (43.18 cm) for extended reach and an ideal "extended reach" feel both on the kit and on pads.
- **Extra long taper** designed to widen the playing surface and facilitate movement around the set.
- **Hickory**: balance between durability, rebound, and comfort, suitable for intense sessions.
- **Natural finish** for a direct grip and precise control.

### Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

With the **Freestyle** series, Vic Firth offers an approach inspired by a dynamic and creative universe, that of freestyle longboarding. The concept is expressed here through a longer and more "mobile" drumstick on the kit, positioned as a modern alternative to classic models, for drummers seeking greater amplitude and a more open playing feel.

### Who This Drumstick Is For

These sticks are aimed at **intermediate to advanced** drummers who want to gain reach and fluidity, especially on wide setups (spaced cymbals, multiple toms) or when practicing on pads. They are particularly suited to styles requiring projection and endurance such as rock, punk, energetic pop, gospel, or contemporary music, while remaining relevant for technical playing focused on movement.

### Features and Innovations

The **43.18 cm** length combined with an **extra long taper** promotes wider trajectories, easy accents, and better accessibility to distant areas of the set. With a **diameter of 1.45 cm**, the Freestyle maintains a reassuring grip, offering a good balance between power, control, and durability, all in a hickory design known for its reliability.

### Sound Characteristics

**Hickory** provides a balanced response: a clear attack, natural rebound, and appreciated vibration absorption during long sessions. The longer format can enhance the leverage feel, useful for emphasizing rimshots, strengthening accents, and achieving clear articulation on snare and cymbals, while maintaining a controllable touch at moderate volume.

## Technical Specifications

### Type and Series

- Brand: Vic Firth
- Category: Freestyle

### Dimensions

- Length: 43.18 cm
- Diameter: 1.45 cm
- Taper: extra long

### Materials and Finish

- Material: hickory
- Color: natural
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