These were merely stout sticks an inch or so in diameter. 
ðiz wɜ˞ mɪɹli staʊt stɪks æn ɪntʃ ɔɹ soʊ ɪn daɪæmʌtɜ˞. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and very monotone, with no detectable echo or background noise. The recording is of good quality. The pace of the delivery is moderate.