Ahead Classic Series Drumsticks - 5ABS - Hybrid Studio

The Ahead 5ABS Hybrid Studio is the drumstick for players tired of buying wood by the brick — an aerospace-grade aluminum core stick that blends a 5B handle with a 5A taper, giving you the bigger grip with 5A speed and articulation.

Verified specs (per Ahead / Big Bang Distribution):

• Aluminum alloy core with weight/balance consistency within 1% — every pair matches
• 5B handle + 5A shaft hybrid profile; 16" long, 0.595" diameter, 53 g, medium taper
• 50% less shock and 5% more rebound than wood — easier on wrists over long sessions
• Lasts 6–10× longer than wood sticks
• Replaceable polyurethane covers and unbreakable nylon tips (5AT) — renew the stick instead of replacing it
• Built-in Vibration Reduction System (VRS); ergonomically tuned handle
• Made in USA; used by studio greats like Jim Keltner

Ideal for: drummers who play hard and often — the up-front cost pays for itself in unbroken sticks, and replacement covers and tips are available to order through LAMIGA.