Designed to the specifications of Jerry Tachoir, professional freelance vibraphonist, the JT23 mallet is designed with the combo vibraphonist in mind. The JT23 is built using high quality rattan shafts, hard rubber mushroom shaped cores wrapped in a gorgeous Merlot multi-ply cord. All these elemets come together to help create Jerry's signature sound, providing a full tone and projection pleasing to even the most selective players. Features include: hard rubber mushroom-shaped cores · extra-durable rattan handles · tightly woven multi-ply cord for proven strength and durability.