TW11 - Tala Wand – Bamboo - A foam center is surrounded with bamboo dowels wrapped in thin PVC. Great balance while naturally producing a lower volume with great rebound.

L = 15 15/16, Dia. = .585"

MSRP = $24.95

TW12 - Tala Wand – Birch - A foam center is surrounded with birch dowels wrapped in thin PVC. Outstanding rebound and sound.  While the shaft is thicker than the TW11, the weight of the birch dowels actually helps create a lighter touch and lower volume.

L = 16 1/8, Dia. =.625"

MSRP = $24.95

A note from Steve...
The Tala Wand 11 feels slightly thinner than the Tala Wand 12, yet it has a little more weight. For me, the bamboo is virtually indestructible, which is perfect for "hard hitting" softer playing. I use this Tala Wand for lower volume groove playing, like an "unplugged" situation.

The Tala Wand 12: Even thought there are 12 dowels in the Tala Wand 12, it feels a little lighter than the bamboo Tala Wand 11. The 12 dowels have a very nice feel in your hands and the sound on the drums and cymbals have a lot of clarity and definition. I use the Tala Wand 12 for light and very detailed playing. They respond quickly and are perfect for very fast playing.

I also like to mix a Tala Wand in my right hand and a brush in my left hand for a clear, distinct sound on the cymbals and a fat, yet understated, sound on the snare drum.