Vic Firth Corpsmaster John Mapes Signature Sticks

Made of hickory, the design of this stick focuses on the feel. The balance of the shaft diameter and length, coupled with a fast taper that levels off before the tip, creates comfort and sound quality for the performer. The tip diameter and shape increases the articulation quality, which allows for a lower pitched tuning scheme and an improved drum sound.

John Mapes is a marching percussion designer and educator who has achieved an unprecedented 29 WGI medals since 2005. In addition to his successes in competitive indoor percussion which include leading Chino Hills High School and Pulse Percussion to 5 World Championships John is incredibly active in Drum Corps International. In 2013, John joined the design team of the Blue Stars Drum & Bugle Corps as battery arranger. Previously, he worked with Blue Devils B and Esperanza Drum and Bugle Corps.

Specs:

• Diameter: .710" | 1.8cm
• Length: 17" | 43.18cm
• Medium Taper
• Material: Hickory
• Surface coating: Lacquer
• Tip Type: Wood
• Shape: Tear Drop
• Surface area: Medium