Matt - If you're still using your Rock sticks (5A) you should try going down to a 7A. I use 7A's and they are a lighter more responsive stick than the 5A's. Because they are thinner and usually have a smaller bead, they are not as loud. Mostly it's down to dynamics. You should practice playing with a lighter touch on the drums. It's not easy to gear down from electric Hard Rock, or Blues playing to lower volume acoustic sets. You'll make the needed adjustment. In the meantime, 7A's will help a bit.
John
