The Soft Felt beater is made from European wool felt and is untreated and natural for a good, punchy hit with minimal attack. For decades, this sort of felt beater has been the industry standard. The Soft Felt beater is an excellent all-purpose beater for any type of music. Felt beaters are commonly used by musicians to provide a smooth, even surface for their instruments to rest on while they are not in use. This helps prevent the formation of scar tissue on the wood of the instrument body caused by the metal strings contacting the wood directly. This will help ensure that your instrument remains in good playing condition for longer. Felt beaters are also useful for removing dust, dirt, and other small particles that may accumulate on top of your instrument's soundboard or bridge. These tasks can be done without harming the wood of your instrument if you use something soft and rounded such as a felt beater. Finally, felt beaters can be used as a protective covering when an instrument is being transported or stored. This can be helpful if you need to make several trips between your home and the store with your instrument in its case. Felt is very durable and will protect your instrument during transport. Felt beaters are easy to find online and at music stores worldwide. They usually come in two sizes: one for small instruments and one for large ones.