Quiet drumsticks for electronic drums

1. What kind of drumsticks are best for electronic drums?
2. Do you need specific drumsticks for electronic drums?
3. What are the quietest drum sticks?
4. Can electronic drums be played silently?

What kind of drumsticks are best for electronic drums?

The 5 Best Drumsticks for Electronic Drums (Reviews)

1. Zildjian 7A Nylon Anti-Vibe Sticks. Besides making wonderful sounding cymbals, Zildjian makes superb sticks. ...
2. Vic Firth American Classic eStick. ...
3. Zildjian 5BNB Nylon Black Drumsticks. ...
4. LA Specials by Promark 5B Nylon Tip Hickory. ...
5. Vater Vh5An Nylon Tip 5A.

Do you need specific drumsticks for electronic drums?

For the electronic drums, you should use nylon-tipped drumsticks. ... These heads are delicate and costlier than the sticks. Make sure the drum heads are tough and durable so they can last longer. This is why you should invest in drumsticks with nylon tips, even if your regular drums use wooden sticks.

What are the quietest drum sticks?

Try a 7A size stick, the Vic Firth AJ5, or the Vic Firth Peter Erskine signature stick – these are all very thin and light. To take your drum volume reduction further, rods are much quieter than drumsticks. There are some great low volume rods like the Steve Smith Tala Wand (the quietest is the Steve Smith TW12).

Can electronic drums be played silently?

Electronic drum pads are quieter, but it depends on the kit you're playing. ... Roland mesh heads are by far the quietest electronic drum pads available today. They can also be tension adjusted using a drum key to feel close to the tension of your own acoustic drums.