These drumsticks are lighter and thinner than most other 5A sticks, giving them a unique feel. The quality is not the highest, because (at least mine) the sticks are of different weight, which may not be so important for a beginner, but it is still a little annoying. The polish/paint on the sticks is also not of the highest quality, as it started peeling/falling off after one jam session. Overall, the product is not the best, but for the price, these are really good sticks.