# Vic Firth American Classic Extreme X5BDG DoubleGlaze Drumsticks

Vic Firth American Classic Extreme X5BDG DoubleGlaze drumsticks are listed as hickory sticks with a wood teardrop tip. Their extra length is intended to add reach and power, while the DoubleGlaze finish is claimed to provide extra grip.

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- Market: IE
- Language: en-IE
- Currency: EUR
- Brand: Vic Firth
- Model: American Classic Extreme
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Musical Instruments
- Price: 15.39 EUR
- Previous price: 17.71 EUR
- Discount: 13%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T07:38:53.301Z
- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- Reviews: 35

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## At a glance

- Extreme 5B profile is described as longer than the classic 5B for added reach and power.
- DoubleGlaze lacquer is claimed to provide a consistent feel and extra grip, with the listing identifying it as suitable for dry hands.
- Manufacturer says American hickory pairs are matched using computer analysis for weight and pitch balance.

## Pros

- The extra length may suit drummers who want more reach and leverage than the standard American Classic profile.
- Hickory construction and a wood teardrop tip offer a familiar traditional stick format.
- The lacquered finish is designed to add grip without changing the wood-tip configuration.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Vic Firth
- Model: American Classic Extreme
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 25 x 25 x 406 millimetres
- Weight listed: 0.1 Kilograms
- Length: 16.5" \| 41.91cm
- Diameter: .595" \| 1.51cm
### Materials and construction
- Material listed: Hickory
- Tip: Wood Tip: Tear Drop
- Taper: Medium taper
- Sound profile: Balanced

## In the box

- Drumsticks (Included)

## A good fit for

- Drummers seeking a longer 5B-style stick for added reach and power.
- Players who prefer hickory sticks, a medium taper and a wood teardrop tip.
- Those looking for a lacquer finish marketed for extra grip, including use with dry hands.

## Less suited to

- Players who specifically want standard-length American Classic 5B sticks.
- Buyers who prefer an untreated or non-lacquered stick finish.

## Customer feedback

The product has an aggregate rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 35 ratings, with 81 percent at five stars. Ratings indicate generally favourable overall responses, but they do not reveal which aspects customers liked or disliked. They cannot establish how the longer profile or grip finish performs for a particular drummer.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the DoubleGlaze finish intended to do?
The listing says its lacquer formula provides a consistent feel and extra grip, and describes it as ideal for dry hands.
### How does the Extreme 5B differ from a standard 5B?
It is described as longer than the classic 5B profile, with the added length intended to provide more reach and power.
### What tip and taper does this model have?
The listing specifies a wood teardrop tip and a medium taper.

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## Images

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