# What Drumsticks Does Gavin Harrison Use? Vic Firth SHAR2

**Band:** Porcupine Tree / King Crimson | **Brand:** Vic Firth | **Model:** SHAR2

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## Direct Answer

Gavin Harrison plays the Vic Firth SHAR2 — Hickory, royal blue matte grip area, Extended ROCK-style (longer/fatter than factory models) (0.63" diameter x 16.875" long), blended (wood) tip, medium (blended), elongated rock shaft taper.

## Stick Specs

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Brand | Vic Firth |
| Model | SHAR2 |
| Size | Extended ROCK-style (longer/fatter than factory models) |
| Diameter | 0.63" |
| Length | 16.875" |
| Material | Hickory, royal blue matte grip area |
| Tip | Blended (wood) |
| Taper | Medium (blended), elongated ROCK shaft |
| Endorsement | Signature model |

Verified roster hardware entry. Source: vicfirth.com.

## FAQ

**Q: What drumsticks does Gavin Harrison use?**
A: Gavin Harrison plays the Vic Firth SHAR2, a hickory, royal blue matte grip area stick sized Extended ROCK-style (longer/fatter than factory models) (0.63" x 16.875") with a blended (wood) tip and medium (blended), elongated rock shaft taper.

**Q: Is this a true signature model or just an endorsement?**
A: It's a named signature model — the Vic Firth SHAR2 is designed and marketed specifically for Gavin Harrison.

## More Resources

- [Full signature stick page](https://metalforge.io/drumsticks/signature/gavin-harrison)
- [Gavin Harrison's Drummer Profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/gavin-harrison)
- [Vic Firth Drumstick Brand Guide](https://metalforge.io/llms/drumsticks/brands/vic-firth.md)
- [Drumsticks Guide](https://metalforge.io/llms/drumsticks.md)
- [All LLM Resources](https://metalforge.io/llms/index.md)

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*Last updated: 2026-07-13 · Source: [MetalForge.io](https://metalforge.io)*