Vic Firth Freestyle 5B Drum Sticks

The Vic Firth Freestyle 5B reimagines traditional drumstick geometry with a radical 17″ length and extra-long taper inspired by freestyle longboard skateboards. This approach more than doubles the available fulcrum area compared to standard sticks, giving drummers unprecedented control over stick response and rebound characteristics. The 5B diameter of .600″ maintains familiar heft while the extended taper creates a dramatically expanded sweet spot along the shaft.

The hybrid tip shape balances articulation and durability across drums and cymbals, whilst the lacquer finish provides grip without adding texture. That 17″ overall length extends well beyond the conventional 16″ norm, and the long taper runs significantly further up the shaft than American Custom or Contemporary series models. The result is genuine tonal range from a single pair – move your fulcrum forward for quicker response and lighter feel, or grip further back for increased power and leverage from the same stick.

Features

• 17″ overall length extends fulcrum range across the shaft
• .600″ diameter matches standard 5B for familiar feel and weight
• Extra-long taper more than doubles traditional fulcrum placement area
• Hybrid tip design for balanced tone on drums and cymbals
• Lacquer finish provides consistent grip and moisture resistance
• Freestyle series inspired by longboard skateboard design principles
• Extended taper length enables multiple grip positions and responses
• Hickory construction for durability and classic stick weight distribution