The ATA2 has a hard felt head for a full bodied tonal sound * 14 1/2" long 1" felt head * Nylon head is attached with a process that eliminates vibration and creates optimal response for the player * Length is specifically designed for optimum performance around the tenors * All ProMark drumsticks are designed and manufactured in the USA * The ProMark ATH2 tenor mallet features a hickory shaft and a soft, textured rubber grip. The felt head provides softer articulation and more tone. The AT Marching Series of Tenor and Bass beaters features several aluminum-handle and hickory-handle sticks/mallets for beginners up through professionals. For over 50 years, ProMark has been one of the world"s leading manufacturers of drumsticks, mallets, and percussion accessories. Owned and operated by D"Addario & Co., the Houston, Texas based ProMark produces products used globally by the greatest drummers and percussionists in the world, including Neal Peart, Phil Collins, Simon Phillips, Ringo Starr, and many more. ProMark - Make Your Mark.