There is no one path – no “right” path. There is only your path. The one that comes naturally and looks nothing like anyone else’s. As unique to you as the grain of a hickory tree, this is your musical journey: Go with it.The Vic Firth Terra Series drumsticks celebrate the natural beauty our earth gifts us in each drumstick we make. Using a proprietary staining process, the unique and beautiful grains are exposed so that no two pairs are alike. Crafted from premium USA Hickory in Newport, ME, the Terra series pays homage to the material that drummers around the world rely on to make magic behind their kit.-Features a proprietary stain that exposes the beautiful and unique grain in every pair.-Larger in diameter vs. 5A for added weight and durability-Great for rock, metal, and heavier pop playing.-Classic tear drop tip for rich cymbal sounds-Crafted from premium USA Hickory in Newport, ME.