Abstract: A new musical instrument and method for playing the same is described. The invention adds to the design of the conventional drumstick a series of ridges that produce a new and unique sound when the ridges are dragged across another object. This object might be another drumstick, a drum rim, highhat or any other object. The invention includes a handle portion, a playing tip and a saw portion which is located between the handle portion and the playing tip. Alternating peaks and grooves form a series of ridges along the saw portion of the drumstick. The saw portion is dragged across another object to create a rasping sound.