SOFT (M1) Birch
This mallet is the softest in the series. Itôs a meaty sounding bass mallet and is best suited to the bottom 3 octaves of a 5-octave instrument. Although it is very soft, there is still an identifiable attack, giving it clarity without sacrificing fundamental. The rattan is between 8.5 and 8.75mm in diameter (approximately 11/32).
MEDIUM SOFT (M2) Birch
Great bass or tenor mallet with a graduated set. Sounds best in the bottom 3.5 octaves of a 5-octave instrument. Clear yet very warm. Also works well for some 2-mallet solos, especially Bach played down the octave. The rattan is between 8.5 and 8.75mm in diameter (approximately 11/32).
MEDIUM HARD (M4) Birch
The most versatile stick in the series. Excellent throughout the range of a 5-octave instrument. Full-bodied sound but with plenty of clarity. The rattan is between 8.5 and 8.75mm in diameter (approximately 11/32).
HARD (M5) Birch
This stick is very clear and articulate without sounding brittle or harsh. Sounds best in the top 4 octaves but can play through the range of a 5-octave instrument without cracking bars. Excellent for solo playing, as a hard orchestral marimba stick or as a medium vibe mallet. The rattan is between 8.5 and 8.75mm in diameter (approximately 11/32).

