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Aluminum Drum Sticks

Tradition goes a long way in the music world, and for a new invention to take off, it usually has to be a groundbreaking one. So when Ahead came onto the scene with the first aluminum drum sticks, the jury was out. But it didn't take long for them to prove themselves, and they've since been adopted by all kinds of drummers: especially those who need a stick that can take extra punishment. That's not to say aluminum sticks are unbreakable, of course - but they'll last several times longer than wooden sticks, so one set is all you need to keep playing for weeks, months or even years. Since the heads and sleeves on these sticks are replaceable, you can keep a single pair performing like new for a long, long time.

Naturally, there's a lot more to a pair of drumsticks than just how long they last. So what else can you expect from aluminum drum sticks? A big reduction in the shock transferred through the stick to your hands, for starters. Aluminum sticks are hollow-bodied and have more flexibility than you might expect at first glance, which allows them to absorb impact energy so your wrists don't have to. It also gives them great rebound. Overall, these sticks are fantastic choices for hard-hitting fast drummers who need to reduce fatigue, play quickly and not have to worry about their sticks breaking all the time.

If you want to get a quick idea of what aluminum drum sticks can do, look no further than the signature models to see who's been using them. Ahead Lars Ulrich Drumsticks, Ahead Tommy Lee Silver Series Drumsticks and Ahead Spug Mudvayne/Matt McDonough Drumsticks 7A are a few examples to check out - they're par for the course for signature aluminum drum sticks, which tend to be a bit larger and heavier than their standard cousins. Whether you prefer that weight or to go for a nimbler version instead, the options are here for you in this section.