Promark Claus Hessler Signature Drumsticks

The Promark TXCHW-FG-AGC drumstick is a highly specialized and innovative signature model designed for Claus Hessler, a renowned German drummer and educator known for his advanced drumming concepts. This stick combines several cutting-edge Promark technologies to offer a unique playing experience focused on durability, grip, and rebound.

Here's a detailed breakdown of its features:

Claus Hessler Signature Design

This stick is specifically designed to meet the demands of Claus Hessler, known for his technicality and dynamic control. It's described as a modified Rebound 5A Long, suggesting it builds upon the popular Rebound series but with specific alterations for Hessler's preferences.

FireGrain™ Technology for Unprecedented Durability

The "FG" in the model number signifies FireGrain™ technology. This is a revolutionary heat-tempering process that transforms ordinary hickory drumsticks by hardening them with flame. This process makes the sticks significantly more durable than standard hickory sticks, allowing drummers to "hit harder and play longer, naturally," without losing the original weight, balance, or feel. It's a natural way to enhance the strength of the wood without using coatings or gimmicks that might alter the feel or vibration.

ActiveGrip™ Clear Finish for Enhanced Grip

The "AGC" in the model number stands for ActiveGrip™ Clear. ActiveGrip is a patented, heat-activated grip technology. Unlike traditional grip-enhancing coatings that can feel sticky or add bulk, ActiveGrip actually gets tackier as your hands sweat and your body temperature rises. This provides an exceptionally secure grip precisely when you need it most, without feeling overly grippy when your hands are dry. The "Clear" indicates that this ActiveGrip coating is transparent, allowing the natural look of the FireGrain hickory to show through.

American Hickory Construction

Despite the advanced treatments, the core material remains American Hickory, which is the most popular wood choice for drumsticks due to its resilience, responsiveness, and classic feel. This ensures the stick retains a familiar and comfortable playing quality.

Modified Rebound 5A Long Profile (Longer Taper)

The stick is a "modified Rebound 5A Long." This means it has a diameter of .565 inches (14.4 mm), which is the standard 5A diameter, but with an extended length of 16 1/2 inches (419.1 mm). The "Rebound" characteristic indicates a long taper, which shifts the balance point towards the butt end of the stick. This rear-weighted design optimizes finesse and agility, promoting excellent rebound and allowing for rapid patterns and subtle dynamics. The "slightly longer taper" mentioned in some descriptions suggests an even more pronounced rebound characteristic compared to a standard Rebound 5A.

Articulate Acorn Wood Tip

The "W" indicates a wood tip. Specifically, it features an acorn-shaped wood tip. This tip shape is known for providing a large "sweet spot" for contact, enhancing responsiveness and articulation across the entire drum kit and cymbals. The acorn tip produces a full, rich, and articulate cymbal sound with a clean and defined sound on drums.

Unrivaled Consistency and American Craftsmanship

Promark employs its proprietary ProMatch process to ensure unparalleled consistency. This advanced system rigorously sorts sticks by weight and pitch, guaranteeing unrivaled consistency from stick to stick and pair to pair. All Promark drumsticks are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at their Texas facility, adhering to stringent quality controls.

Key Features at a Glance:

• Artist Signature: Claus Hessler

• Material: FireGrain™ Treated American Hickory

• Finish: ActiveGrip™ Clear (Heat-activated, transparent, enhances grip with sweat)

• Tip Material: Wood

• Tip Shape: Acorn

• Taper: Long (modified for increased rebound and agility)

• Length: 16 1/2 inches (419.1 mm)

• Diameter: 0.565 inches (14.4 mm) - 5A size

• Tone: Full, rich, articulate (from acorn tip); enhanced projection and durability (from FireGrain)

• Feel: Rear-weighted for agility and rebound; grip increases with sweat.

• Durability: Unprecedented (due to FireGrain heat treatment)

• Consistency: ProMatch process ensures matched weight and pitch

• Origin: Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA

• Intended Use: Technical drumming, fusion, jazz, progressive styles, or for any drummer seeking maximum durability, enhanced grip, and effortless rebound for extended and precise playing.