Vic Firth Corpsmaster Multi-Tenor Mallet -- X-Hard, X-Heavy Gauge Shaft Heavy-gauge aluminum shafts offer excellent speed, response, and durability Durable textured handles for enhanced grip Multi Tenor Mallets produce a bold, articulate sound with plenty of projection Heavy gauge aluminum shafts now have anti-buzz rubber grips Multi Tenor Mallets produce a bold, articulate sound with plenty of projection