Vic Firth American Custom SD11 Slammer Wood Tip Drumsticks Arrowhead tip cuts with minimum effort. The American Custom line consists of a variety of models conceived and engineered by Vic Firth — performer and educator. The first manufacturer to apply the concept of a round striking surface to drumstick design, Vic developed the other originals that complete the line with jazz, pop and rock players in mind. All twelve are turned from select rock maple for a light, fast playing stick with great flex and rebound. The Custom line is perfect for the artist who is playing lighter types of music, or prefers a beefier stick without a lot of weight. Sold in computer-matched pairs to ensure both sticks are perfectly balanced.