synthetic drumsticks for musical purposes and methods for making them . the present drumsticks are characterized by having a microcellular foamed structure . the preferred method comprises injection molding of thermoplastic materials that are saturated with gasses , particularly in their supercritical phase . the products of the injection molding process are drumsticks formed to final dimensions and ready for use . the foamed materials are preferably made from filled resins . the formation of micron - scale gas cells during the molding process yields formed drumsticks that are similar to woods or better , in feel and durability . the products of the invention further have advantages of durability , recycleability , exact matching of properties , improved shock absorption , and “ livelier ” rebound from the drumhead thus preventing forearm fatigue in the user . the present drumsticks also provide a better / sharper “ ring ”, than wooden drumsticks , when used on cymbals . by adding coloring agents during manufacture the drumsticks can be made in any color and can also be made to glow in the dark .