Vater Drumsticks VHMMWP Player's Design Series Mike Mangini's 'Wicked Piston'

Former drummer with progressive metal band Dream Theatre Michael Mangini has played with guitar great Steve Vai and is know for his world record speed drumming achievements Mike Mangini’s unique design starts out at .580” (1.47cm) in the grip and increases slightly towards the middle of the drumstick until it reaches .620” (1.57cm) and then tapers back down to an acorn wood tip. Mike’s design has a slightly added front weight for a solid, consistent “throw” and transient sound. You’ll also get a fat sounding rimshot crack from the added front weighted taper. Wood Type: Hickory | Taper: Short Tip: Wood | Tip Shape: Acorn Stick Diameter: 0.580" | 1.47cm Stick Length: 16 3/4" | 42.55cm