Ed Soph is one of the biggest names in jazz drumming, and these sticks are specifically designed for the jazz genre. Made of strong hickory, they'll give you the weight and strength needed to be the beating heart of any jazz big band.
The diameter is very close to a 5A, and the acorn-shaped beads let you have smooth rolls while still keeping articulation on the drums and cymbals. They've got a short taper that makes the sticks more front-heavy and better able to stand up to rimshots.
If you like the feel of Ed's sticks but need something for more intimate jazz settings, IP makes the same design in maple.
