I have been asked to clarify the difference between the various tambourine models that we have been hand making since 1980. Here is a concise list of features of each of the 8 different lines: Projection Plus • Original Grover tambourine – General Purpose Instrument • German Silver, Beryllium Copper or Phosphor Bronze hand-hammered jingles • Double row, staggered, dual-width slots • Natural skin head • Steam bent hardwood shell – black stain finish Custom Dry • Super articulate, dry and “crunchy” – compliment to Projection-Plus model • Heat-Treated, hand-hammered jingles in German Silver or Copper • Double row, staggered, dual-width slots • Natural skin head • Steam bent hardwood shell – red stain finish Bantamweight • 15% thinner and...
Our Aluminum Handle Bass Drum Mallets were inspired by a famous percussionist in Philadelphia. They feature a comfortable 5/8-in diameter aluminum shaft with a finish that is easy to grip. The weight of the aluminum handle will add more "punch" to your stroke, while bringing out more bottom end from any size drum. Solid maple cores are covered with the finest German felt, which is hand-sewn over the core. The oblong heads produce a dense and rich sonority, yet provide focus when needed. Color labeling allows for quick model identification. The Aluminum Series features four models: Legato (yellow), General (green), Staccato (blue), and Ultra Staccato (red). Also available are dual-sided mallets: Legato/Staccato and General/Ultra Staccato. Click here to learn more...