At ProOrca , every detail counts, we select our woods, we refine our profiles, we adjust our models so that they speak your language.
And today, we're talking to you about a little detail... that changes everything: the tip .

She is the one who touches your cymbals. She is the one who makes the tchak , the tss , the dzin .
In short: it's what gives your playing its character and color. And at ProOrca, it's crafted so that every drummer can find their own.

What exactly is a stick tip?

The tip of the stick is the part that comes into contact with your cymbals and skins.
It influences:

• the timbre of your cymbals (light, dark, diffuse, precise, etc.)

• the responsiveness of your wand

• the feeling under the fingers , thanks to the rebound

• and even… your sound identity .

Because no two drummers play exactly like each other. That's why at ProOrca, we offer our sticks in several tip shapes, each designed for a specific style, personality, and musical purpose.

The main families of tips… and what they provide

Here is an overview of the main tips shapes that you will find on our ProOrca models.
Each one has its own signature: it's up to you to find the one that suits you.

 Barrel Tip — The muscular one

With its stocky, wide shape, the Barrel tip offers a well-present attack and a thick ping that asserts itself without being aggressive.
This is the tip for powerful sets, for beefy grooves that need to carry to the back of the room. More surface area = more controlled volume.
Perfect for contexts where the power remains musical.

At ProOrca:

• Classic 2B ProOrca : for big impacts and the stage

• Classic 7A ProOrca : lighter but still full

• Special 5BXL ProOrca : (big barrel) extra length and power, with a big sound

• Special 5AS ProOrca : (small barrel) a reduced tip for surgical control

💧 Tip Teardrop (or Water Drop) — The expressive

Classic and elegant, the water drop gives a rich sound, full of harmonics and subtle articulation on the cymbals.
It reacts to the angle of attack, allowing you to modulate nuances without changing sticks. Ideal for drummers who are sensitive to nuances.

At ProOrca:

• Special Jazz ProOrca : for finesse and musicality in jazz

• Special 5AXL ProOrca : a short and lightweight model that maintains precision and musicality

• Special Extra Thin ProOrca : for unparalleled precision

Acorn Tip — The versatile one

The Acorn tip is the “Swiss Army knife” of tips. It combines woody warmth, clear articulation, and good projection.
It adapts to everything: from the studio to live, from ballads to punchy grooves.

Ball Tip (or Round) — The precise one

Small area, surgical attack.
The ballpoint tip is perfect for a clear, precise, and defined sound. Every stroke counts, every nuance is heard.
Ideal for electronic kits, fast tempos or chiseled grooves.

At ProOrca:

• Special 2BS ProOrca : for combined volume and precision

• Special 5B Fat ProOrca : to ensure a beautiful attack and a full sound

 Oval Tip — The sweet one

Soft and warm, the oval tip offers a soft and diffuse grain.
It produces a rounded, never aggressive sound. Ideal for subtle accompaniments, acoustic recordings, or ballads.

At ProOrca:

• Special Jazz B ProOrca : for light and fast playing

Arrow Tip (or Point) — The sharp one

Fine and tapered, it gives a frank, frontal and incisive attack.
If you need to break through a wall of guitars or impose your presence in an energetic context, this is your ally.
Your crashes explode, your toms rumble.

At ProOrca:

• Classic 5B ProOrca : for a powerful frontal game

• Special Jazz A ProOrca : for a very refined game, ideal for swing

🔷 Hybrid Tip — The balanced one

Between the controlled roundness of a barrel and the articulated finesse of a t eardrop , the hybrid tip combines the best of both worlds. It offers a clear but warm sound, with just the right amount of surface area for power and enough precision to work with nuances. It's the tip for versatile drummers who want a stick that's comfortable in all registers without compromise.

At ProOrca:

• Classic 5A ProOrca : the all-terrain benchmark, balanced and comfortable.

🔍 What if you can't find it?

Because we don't all play the same and we don't all look for the same thing, at ProOrca, you can even go further with our online configurator , you can create your custom stick , from diameter to profile to tip shape.
You decide your sound.

In summary…

The tip is more than just a tip: it's the signature sound of your stick. Each shape influences your sound, your feel, your projection, and at ProOrca, we've developed a wide range to suit everyone's style: from muted jazz to incisive hardcore, from delicate studio to electric stage. And if no standard model suits you, custom-made options are here for that.

You don't play better with a more expensive stick. You play better with a stick that understands you. And at ProOrca, we understand that.