# What Drumsticks Does Vinnie Paul Use? Vic Firth SVP

**Band:** Pantera / Damageplan / Hellyeah | **Brand:** Vic Firth | **Model:** SVP

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## Direct Answer

Vinnie Paul plays the Vic Firth SVP — Hickory, Signature Vinnie Paul (0.63" diameter x 16.875" long), teardrop (wood) tip, full-sized, no formal taper class taper.

## Stick Specs

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Brand | Vic Firth |
| Model | SVP |
| Size | Signature Vinnie Paul |
| Diameter | 0.63" |
| Length | 16.875" |
| Material | Hickory |
| Tip | Teardrop (wood) |
| Taper | Full-sized, no formal taper class |
| Endorsement | Signature model |

Verified roster hardware entry. Source: vicfirth.com.

## FAQ

**Q: What drumsticks does Vinnie Paul use?**
A: Vinnie Paul plays the Vic Firth SVP, a hickory stick sized Signature Vinnie Paul (0.63" x 16.875") with a teardrop (wood) tip and full-sized, no formal taper class taper.

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

## More Resources

- [Full signature stick page](https://metalforge.io/drumsticks/signature/vinnie-paul)
- [Vinnie Paul's Drummer Profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/vinnie-paul)
- [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)*