Medium soft. A general mallet that covers the lower four octaves of the marimba. Respected internationally as a soloist, teacher and masterclass instructor, Robert Van Sice designed this series of yarn wood marimba mallets with an exclusive hand-wrapping technique that virtually eliminates the sound of bar contact. A special interlocking stitch pattern maintains the integrity of the head. With extra long maple handles for reach and leverage. In pairs. L = 17"