{"product_id":"vic-firth-ralph-hardimon-hammer","title":"Vic Firth Corpsmaster Signature Snare Drumsticks - Ralph Hardimon Hammer","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the demands of elite marching percussion, the Vic Firth Ralph Hardimon \"Hammer\" drumstick delivers championship-level performance in a scaled-down Hardimon profile. Crafted from dense Sta-Pac material, these sticks offer superior weight, durability, and projection — making them one of the top choices for marching snare drummers, drum corps players, and rudimental drumming enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned by a DCI Legend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRalph Hardimon is a DCI Hall of Fame inductee and one of the most respected names in marching percussion. As the longtime Director of Percussion for the Santa Clara Vanguard (1981–1990), Hardimon helped lead SCV to four High Percussion awards and three DCI World Championships. His decades of experience in drum \u0026amp; bugle corps, rudimental drumming, marching band, and percussion arranging are built into every dimension of this stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the Hardimon Hammer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SRH2 is engineered specifically for marching applications. Its Sta-Pac construction adds density and mass compared to traditional hickory or maple sticks, translating into enhanced sound production and a powerful rebound on Kevlar batter heads. The familiar Hardimon taper, tip shape, and balance make this an intuitive choice for players already comfortable with the Hardimon snare stick family — now in a versatile new material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Sta-Pac?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSta-Pac is Vic Firth's proprietary laminated birch construction, engineered for players who demand more from their sticks. Rather than turning a stick from a single piece of wood, Sta-Pac stacks and laminates multiple birch plies together, resulting in a stick that is significantly denser, heavier, and more durable than traditional hickory or maple models. That added mass translates directly into a more intense playing experience, making Sta-Pac sticks a go-to choice for chop-building, strength training, and high-impact marching applications. If you want a stick that challenges you in the practice room and holds up on the competitive field, Sta-Pac delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSta-Pac construction for added weight, durability, and consistent feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScaled-down Hardimon profile — same trusted taper, tip, and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks great on Kevlar heads, the added weight plays through the head for maximum snare and batter response\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for marching band, drum corps, and rudimental pad work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLength: 16 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiameter: .695\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Firth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43832966479926,"sku":"VIC-SRH2","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/3055\/1350\/files\/vic-firth-corpsmaster-signature-snare-drumsticks-ralph-hardimon-hammer.jpg?v=1781706693","url":"https:\/\/www.steveweissmusic.mom\/products\/vic-firth-ralph-hardimon-hammer","provider":"Steve Weiss Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}