The Jeff Queen Signature Series Drumsticks feature a full round tip for consistent sound quality regardless of the angle of approach.The long taper and reduced neck size produce excellent speed.A slight taper toward the rounded butt end improves "back-sticking" control and sound quality.Field tested and field proven, the superior designs of the Corps master line developed throughout years of collaboration with the world's finest drum and bugle corps.Each season since the products were introduced, Corps master sticks and mallets have remained the most popular choice among the top high school bands, indoor percussion ensembles and DCI Championship corps.The Corps master Signature marching snare sticks feature designs which reflect the musical requirements of each artist in terms of balance, feel and sound projection.All models are turned in hickory for strength and power with the exception of the MS4 which is crafted in Sta-Pac for maximum weight.