Vater Hickory Be Bop drum sticks have smaller grips that are perfect for lower volume or jazz settings. All three sticks in the Hickory Be Bop Series feature the same profile and tip. The 500 and 525 model sticks come in under a 7A in the grip. All three models feature the same quick taper that produces a fast rebound, and a small tip size for a clean ride cymbal tone.