Which Keyboard Mallet Handle Is Best For You? The choice of keyboard mallet handles is a matter of personal taste. Mike Balter keyboard mallets are available with three different types of handles. Each handle has its purpose and application.
		Birch Handles, Satin Birch (A) or Black Birch (B), are a light weight, extremely strong, durable material that supplies a firmer feel. Because of the diminished flexibility especially on long length models, Birch Handles have become the standard choice for today's marimba artists. Two-Stage Fiberglass Handles (C) are extremely durable and characteristically indestructible. It makes a perfect mallet for outdoor performance. Rattan Handles (D) provide excellent rebound with an optimum amount of flexibility when striking the instrument. It is the vibe player's choice because of its "give" which is especially useful in mallet damping. Rattan is also an ideal handle for bell and xylophone mallets and is the professional's choice.		Keyboard Mallet Hardness: EH  Extra Hard H  Hard MH  Medium Hard M  Medium MS  Medium Soft S  Soft ES  Extra Soft EES  Extra, Extra Soft BASS  Bass Marimba JAZZ  Medium - Medium Hard
		When ordering keyboard mallets indicate handle choice by adding the following suffix to each model number: B for Satin Birch, BB for Black Birch, F for Two-Stage Fiberglass, R for Rattan

Wide Bar Series
Developed for graduated bar vibes, this three model series is intended for two mallet jazz performance. Speed, dexterity, and accuracy are improved with the short handle. Available in Satin Birch or Rattan Handles.

Mushroom Head Series
The mushroom head design brings to life a rich, smooth tone and will provide additional attack when needed. Yarn wound for marimba and cord wound for vibes. Available in Satin Birch, Black Birch, Two-Stage Fiberglass, or Rattan Handles.

Artist Series
Unique and original in design. The Arthur Lipner Models offer a bolder, full sound with thick rattan handles. The John Piper Models feature a specially developed impact cushion. While the Julie Spencer Mallet was designed for "Tribeca Sunflower", the rare design offers an ideal solution for a 'buzz' marimba effect.

Pro Vibe Series
The Mike Balter Pro Vibe Series carries on a heritage of performance and reliability with a distinctive style. The heavier, round shaped cord wound mallet head provides the preferred vibe sound. Ready to impress in any situation, the Pro Vibe Series with its ideal weight and balance is the all-around choice for today's player. Available in Satin Birch, Black Birch, Two-Stage Fiberglass, or Rattan Handles.

Super Vibe Series
Designed to generate a full, lavish, powerful tone taking your vibe playing to an unprecedented level. The Super Vibe Series is made specifically with large, massive weighted mushroom shaped heads that bring out a full fundamental. Wound with an extremely durable synthetic material, the Super Vibe Series is available with thick Rattan or Satin Birch handles.