{"product_id":"vater-american-hickory-drumsticks-9a-wood-tip","title":"Vater American Hickory Drumsticks - 9A - Wood Tip","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBalanced Precision – The Vater 9A Drumsticks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9A measures comfortably in between a 5A and 5B in the grip and features a smaller sized barrel tip for great cymbal clarity and focused drum tones. The short taper gives it a quick feel and rebound. The 9A is available in both Hickory and Sugar Maple. The Hickory version is the right choice for live and harder hitting performance settings, while the Sugar Maple version is perfect for more laid back, subtle playing styles, as well as orchestral and lesson room type settings. Big brother to the hugely popular Vater 8A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrip falls between a 5A and 5B\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall barrel tip for cymbal clarity and drum focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShort taper for quick feel and rebound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLength: 16 inches (40.64 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrip: 0.580 inches (1.47 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Vater\u003cbr\u003eModel: VH9AW\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I628333-N-16-WHXE\u003cbr\u003eUPC: 641652035127\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vater","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41806687535167,"sku":"I628333-N","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/0972\/9087\/files\/7d2999ed-2a04-476b-ad10-58da2c7d9de9.jpg?v=1750697121","url":"https:\/\/chucklevins.com\/products\/vater-american-hickory-drumsticks-9a-wood-tip","provider":"Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}