I love these particular pro mark sticks. They are the perfect size, not too big, but not too small, either. Perfect for hard hitting heavy metal musicians to use behind the drum kit! The nylon tips are my favorite part. I thought these 5b size seem to last me much longer than the 5a size sticks. The sticks are almost a perfect match in weight and balance every time a new pair gets pulled out. Awesome sticks for an awesome price!

Awesome sticks, awesome deal!

I've sworn by PROMARK Neil Peart Autograph Series drumsticks for years. I've always use 5A's, which the NP sticks are as well, and Shira Kashi Oak is some mighty tough stuff. Believe it or not, I used a pair of the NP sticks for about 3 months before the wood tips began chipping off, and I'm often a very hard hitter.The only difference between these and the NP sticks that I can find is that the NP sticks are about 1/4" longer. No big deal there to me, at all.A side note, but I avoid nylon-tipped sticks like the plague, because when the tips fly off you've already destroyed your heads with dents before you've realized what happened. And, believe me, it will happen sooner or later.This deal is an absolute steal, and I'm guessing won't be around forever. If you ... MoreI've sworn by PROMARK Neil Peart Autograph Series drumsticks for years. I've always use 5A's, which the NP sticks are as well, and Shira Kashi Oak is some mighty tough stuff. Believe it or not, I used a pair of the NP sticks for about 3 months before the wood tips began chipping off, and I'm often a very hard hitter.The only difference between these and the NP sticks that I can find is that the NP sticks are about 1/4" longer. No big deal there to me, at all.A side note, but I avoid nylon-tipped sticks like the plague, because when the tips fly off you've already destroyed your heads with dents before you've realized what happened. And, believe me, it will happen sooner or later.This deal is an absolute steal, and I'm guessing won't be around forever. If you play 5A's, don't give it another thought, grab these while you can. I'll be ordering more, because these are 5 star sticks all the way!

Best I Know Of

I have tried many types of sticks since 1964 and find the ProMark Jazz the best for my playing, They are denser than hickory and feel terrific--very confidence-building. I lightly sand my grip area with 400-grit to juuuust break the finish, and then am in Drummer Heaven. If the Jazz sticks don't seem to make as much noise as I need for the venue, I go to the beefier 747s, or the Steve Perkins to REALLY be heard. I prefer the nylon tips, as the make my largish Bosphorus cymbals sing, but I also play the wood tips with no complaint. Try them and see, not much to lose, a lot to gain! Also, they are quite durable: to break one, you have to intend mayhem, and would likely take a drumhead with the stick. I haven't managed to do it since 2003 or so. Buy with great ... MoreI have tried many types of sticks since 1964 and find the ProMark Jazz the best for my playing, They are denser than hickory and feel terrific--very confidence-building. I lightly sand my grip area with 400-grit to juuuust break the finish, and then am in Drummer Heaven. If the Jazz sticks don't seem to make as much noise as I need for the venue, I go to the beefier 747s, or the Steve Perkins to REALLY be heard. I prefer the nylon tips, as the make my largish Bosphorus cymbals sing, but I also play the wood tips with no complaint. Try them and see, not much to lose, a lot to gain! Also, they are quite durable: to break one, you have to intend mayhem, and would likely take a drumhead with the stick. I haven't managed to do it since 2003 or so. Buy with great confidence you are going to be pleased!

Best sticks I can find...

I have not been able to find a better stick than the Promark Japanese White Oak 747BW drumsticks. These are much more durable than any other stick, which is necessary for me since I'm a heavy hitter. Most sticks quickly fray in the middle of the stick where I hit the rim of the snare, or crack down the shoulder on cymbal hits. These do not fray or crack quickly at all, and have currently lasted through multiple gigs without much wear.Note: I previously purchased these sticks in the 5A size and they didn't last, so if you're breaking sticks, I hate to tell ya but you're going to have to buy a thicker stick. These are very solid, just have to buy the right size.

Great Sticks, above average in several ways...

Grabbed these sticks on sale of course- always looking for great deals on sticks & cymbals; these 7A's with Nylon tips are really ideal sticks for any given playing scenario. They are surprisingly light, well balanced and I havent had a tip break off yet. They are strong! Im a rim-beater, so I eat sticks in the middle making sure to get that "Crack" out of all my fills and heavier drives. Only two issues for me with these that may only apply to me and my personal playing flaws: 1) They are a little short- 5A's are ideal for length, but are often heavier... and 2) Grip- these sticks are slippery! My hands hurt after playing them if I dont add some grip, such as good ole electrical tape (which works just fine-took care of my gripping problem) - Not bad sticks for such ... MoreGrabbed these sticks on sale of course- always looking for great deals on sticks & cymbals; these 7A's with Nylon tips are really ideal sticks for any given playing scenario. They are surprisingly light, well balanced and I havent had a tip break off yet. They are strong! Im a rim-beater, so I eat sticks in the middle making sure to get that "Crack" out of all my fills and heavier drives. Only two issues for me with these that may only apply to me and my personal playing flaws: 1) They are a little short- 5A's are ideal for length, but are often heavier... and 2) Grip- these sticks are slippery! My hands hurt after playing them if I dont add some grip, such as good ole electrical tape (which works just fine-took care of my gripping problem) - Not bad sticks for such a low price!

Nice idea, doesn't stand up to rock.

I play mainly rock and blues, and like a heavy stick (2B) and a nylon tip. I decided to try these oak sticks as a change of pace from the normal hickory. The sticks had a very nice feel to them, a bit stiffer and maybe a little lighter. I liked them for the grand total of 5 hours of playing I got out of the first 2 sticks. The first stick broke an inch below the tip after about 2 hours of playing; the second cracked under the nylon tip after 3 hours. Typically sticks will last me for at least 20 hours of playing. Really disappointed since my experience with other Promark products has been very good.

Pro Mark Nylon 747 and Nylon 747B are my favorite models.

I've used Pro Mark Nylon 747 and Nylon 747B models for more than a decade. They are the best to me. I also gave these to try to a few of my fellas (yea, drummers as well). They loved it too. One of those guy asked me to buy for him a few pairs of Nylon 747B several times already! I also love them, because they are made from a Japanease Oak. This is the best wood to me in many respects. Sturdy, heavy enough, great feel. 747B is a bit heavier. Great for a rock music (and blast beats too. Great control), when 747 has a wider spectrum of application (stylewise). 747B give you a sturdy, constant machinelike beat. 747 - wide dynamics, when soloing, funky grooves, jazz-like stuff (I am not a jazzman at all, but sometimes fooling around, trying to pretend I am :)

Solid Sticks

To be totally honest, I was never really drawn to Pro-Mark mainly due to the tip design. I just randomly picked these up and was surprised at how responsive they were, especially to singles. I find that they play a bit faster and more powerful than other 5b's that I've tried, probably due to the extremely short taper and subsequent beefy neck profile. So far they have held up under a barrage of back beats, blast beats, and just about anything else you can think of! I'll definitely pick up another pair after this one finally wears out.

Sticking with what i know.

I have been drumming for more than half of my life. For the longest time, i didn't have a "brand" or "style" of stick that i used, and then i really started getting into the Dave Matthews Band with Carter Beauford on the drums as well as in the spotlight of my focus. Eventually sticking with the Pro-Mark Millennium 2, American Hickory, 5B nylon tip. That kept me going before evolving to the feel, weight, speed and smoothness of the Pro-Mark "the Natural" 747rock, nylon tip, drumsticks. I fell in love with those, until i went for my last pair of them and within the first minute of a song, i had one of them completely break or, chunk off. Well, the next time i bought sticks, i tried something new. The Shira Kashi Japanese white Oak, 747 nylon tip. Pretty much the same ... MoreI have been drumming for more than half of my life. For the longest time, i didn't have a "brand" or "style" of stick that i used, and then i really started getting into the Dave Matthews Band with Carter Beauford on the drums as well as in the spotlight of my focus. Eventually sticking with the Pro-Mark Millennium 2, American Hickory, 5B nylon tip. That kept me going before evolving to the feel, weight, speed and smoothness of the Pro-Mark "the Natural" 747rock, nylon tip, drumsticks. I fell in love with those, until i went for my last pair of them and within the first minute of a song, i had one of them completely break or, chunk off. Well, the next time i bought sticks, i tried something new. The Shira Kashi Japanese white Oak, 747 nylon tip. Pretty much the same size and feel, but i did notice that they were a bit heavier, and they seemed more dense, but i bought 3 pairs at about $17 a piece, and even at that price, i felt that they were worth it. They last a long time. They don't break off like some woods do, and really, odds are, that when you're through with a set, they'll still be intact. Other than the weight being a little higher (which was easy to get used to), the Japanese oak Pro-Mark sticks, at the 747 size, are a great, durable, all around stick to keep at your kit.

sumo guy does not come printed on sticks.

these sticks do not have the Sumo guy printed on them. We bought these for the specific sumo print on them but sadly, they did not come printed with the sumo guy. i think theyre good sticks still but disappointing when it comes and is not what we wanted. it was for a gift and so had to give them anyway.