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ProMark Hot Rods Drumsticks H-Rods 5B, .550", 16"

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Style: Hot Rods


Features

  • MADE FROM BIRCH DOWELS Promark Hot Rods drumsticks are constructed with 19 medium, premium select birch dowels that create a light sound. With a smooth grip for easy playability, hot rods are comfortable to play with.
  • UNIQUE AND FUNCTIONAL WRAP Wood dowels are held together by a unique red plastic wrap near the neck of the drumsticks that provides a light sound with just enough texture. The wrap also improves the durability of the sticks.
  • FOR SMALL VENUES Promark Hot Rods are perfect for small venue and acoustic performances.
  • MUST-HAVE FOR STICK BAG Every drummers stick bag should contain Promark Hot Rods drumsticks. H-RODS are .550 in diameter and 16 long.
  • MADE IN THE USA - All Promark drum sticks are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry.

Description

A Promark original, Hot Rods drumsticks are constructed with 19 medium, premium select birch dowels that create a light sound. With a smooth grip for easy playability, hot rods have a bouncy feel and are comfortable to play with. The wood dowels are held together by a unique red plastic wrap near the neck of the drumsticks that provides a light sound with just enough texture. The wrap also improves the durability of the sticks. Perfect for small venues like coffeehouses or cafes, and acoustic performances, Promark Hot Rods are a must-have addition to every drummer’s stick bag. H-RODS are .550” in diameter and 16” long. For over 60 years, Promark has been an environmentally conscious leader in drumstick manufacturing and design. Promark uses only un-endangered wood in the manufacturing of its sticks and mallets. The harvesting of hardwoods is carefully controlled, with replenishment of the forest being a top concern. Now part of D’Addario & Company, Inc., Promark products are proudly made in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry. The D’Addario family’s heart, soul and love for making music is put into every drum and accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.

Color: Natural


Brand: ProMark


Material: Birch


Model Name: H-RODS


Item dimensions L x W x H: 16 x 1.2 x 0.6 inches


Brand Name: ProMark


Model Name: H-RODS


Model Number: H-RODS


Included Components: not included


Unit Count: 2 Count


Manufacturer: Pro-Mark


UPC: 616022100620 616022131075


Item Highlight: ProMark Rods provide reduced volume, natural feel, excellent control and dynamic response for quieter performances.


Global Trade Identification Number: 20


Number of Packs: 1


Number of Items: 1


Set Name: Pair of 5B, 16" drumsticks


Item Type Name: Slapsticks


Part Number: H-RODS


Warranty Description: None.


Color: Natural


Sound Profile: Balanced, Light, Textured


Material: Birch


Body Material: Birch Wood


Item Dimensions: 16 x 1.2 x 0.6 inches


Item Weight: 3.68 ounces


Connector Type: no connector


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • It’s in the Name! ProMark
Style: Hot Rods
Great sound and “response!” Very well made and last forever, my first pair lasted over 10 years, and I used them a lot.
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2026 by dee

  • Great Sticks
Style: Hot Rods
I just started playing with a couple of guitarists that play a lot of acoustic music. But even when playing their electric guitars they keep their volume way too low.....that in itself is quite surprising. Anyway, I tried playing quietly with regular sticks (too loud) and brushes (too quiet). These HotRods fit the situation perfectly. The red version is pretty close in size to my usual 5B sticks. I can not comment on their durability or longevity as I have only used them for 4 sessions. I suspect they wouldn't hold up well if you wanted to play death/speed metal quietly but then who would. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024 by Kenneth Fritchman

  • Good Product
Style: Hot Rods
Exactly as advertised. Perfect for a softer, yet crisp sound. Will probably use them most during church Praise Band performances.
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2025 by K. Naylor

  • i like them
i have not tried several brands/models of bundled sticks. this review will help someone thinking about trying bundles sticks for the first time. if bundles sticks are your thing...well i'm not an aficionado. these "sticks" are both longer and heavier then most traditional solid sticks. they are wider to grip (which i like) so you can use more of your hand. they don't rebound nearly as well as solid sticks. this has a few effects. 1) you can't do rolls as well. 2) because they take their time getting off the head (dampening resonance)they are quieter. much quieter then solid sticks. this is why most people get them i think. 3) the stick attack is much more pronounced then with solid sticks. they are also not nearly as durable as solids sticks. after enough rim shots and crashes the dowels break one by one. so if you are a heavy hitter bring extras. however, since most people are trying to take down the volume with these and hitting light, this is less of an issue. even though they break easy, are less nimble, and cost more i still have to have a pair in my stick bag. they feel and sound very different then reg sticks. they are a good way to bring down volume without hitting softly. on some material i like the way they sound better then sticks. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2008 by Christopher M. Porro

  • Not a brush, not quite a stick. Cool sound!
Style: Hot Rods
At first I wasn’t sure how to get a good sound out of them and they sat unused. I started using them to just soften the noise while fumbling through new fills and got to really like them. They sound best after they loosen up a little. Now I rotate them into the set list for different sounds and aesthetics. They’re not very durable on the cymbal edges but that’s pretty obvious just by looking at them. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2023 by Matamus

  • If you must play quietly
Style: Hot Rods
When you need to bring the energy down and play on VH1 Unplugged, these are your sticks. The dowels eventually break, but one at a time so they're still usable for a long time. Grip is good.
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2026 by Amazon Customer

  • Still the standard
Style: Hot Rods
These continue to be the standard for drumming in low-volume situations with the feel and style of sticks rather than brushes. Comfortable length and grips, and the bands allow you to get a little more tone on cymbals as needed.
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024 by Bri54

  • Nice Quality
Style: Hot Rods
I like these for low volume playing at home. Nice quality.
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025 by Mark Urso

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