All round musician Ted Atkatz is the former principle percussionist in the Chicago Symphony orchestra and now fronts his rock band NYCO as well as being a respected educator His Signature SATK2 Ted Atkatz II snare sit alongside his other Signature stick model and are designed for he concert snare drummer looking for the weight and control of a laminated birch stick with added nuance The naturaly finish sticks are designed with a unique nylon tip and narrow neck, offering unparalleled control and the ultimate in articulation Taper: Short | Tip: Nylon - Round Dimensions: Length = 15 7/8" | 40.32cm Diameter = .605" | 1.54cm