JG Percussion David Herbert Signature Series DH8 Haydn "The most articulate mallet available and a perfect substitute for wood mallets, especially on modern instruments. Conductors love these mallets." - David Herbert Using the highest quality natural and synthetic materials, JGpercussion is proud to present the finest mallets available. Each pair is sewn by hand with high-quality American and German Felt, and each mallet is handmade by JGpercussion. Redesigned and reinvented, we are proud to introduce the David Herbert SIGNATURE line of timpani mallets. Each pair features the same innovative carbon fiber (graphite) shaft as before  and every pair is handmade by JGpercussion. Each stick is 14.5 inches long (37cm) and has a slight taper from the handle to the head of the mallet.