Vic Firth American Jazz AJ3

Product Description

The Vic Firth AJ3 American Jazz is a hickory drumstick with a long taper and a small tear drop tip, built for players who want ultimate rebound on drums and cymbals without losing focus. The grip diameter matches the popular 8D, so the stick feels familiar in hand while the extended taper adds a noticeably faster response.

• Long taper adds rebound and reduces shaft weight for effortless playing
• Small tear drop tip (hickory wood) keeps cymbal attack clear and focused
• Grip diameter matches an 8D
• A lighter touch, ideal for jazz

Feel and Sound

The long taper in the shaft is what sets this stick apart – it builds rebound quickly, so the stick feels light and responsive even during long passages. The small tear drop tip lands precisely on cymbals, producing dark, focused cymbal sounds rather than a broad, unfocused wash.

Who It's For

A solid choice for jazz players and anyone else after fast rebound and control, while still preferring the grip feel of a classic 8D.

About the American Jazz Series

The AJ3 belongs to Vic Firth's American Jazz line – hickory sticks with an unusually long taper for fast rebound, paired with the small tear drop tip for a clear attack. The sticks are made from top-grade hickory and carefully checked to meet international quality standards.

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