Mike Balter T2The Mike Balter Bamboo Shaft B2 Timpani Mallet is made with hand selected bamboo shafts. Only the highest grade felt is used to produce these seamless timpani mallets. Hardness: Medium Hard Handle Material: Bamboo Head Material: Felt Head Color: White Head Style: Felt Head Diameter: 1 1 2" Overall Length: 15 1 4" This is a brighter timpani mallet with a more articulate sound, great for staccato playing.