ProMark OBD1 marching bass drum beaters feature balanced hickory handles with a weight ring underneath the 1 3/8 felt head. The OBD1 is best suited for 16-18" drums. Designed by Doug Bush, the Optima Bass Drum Mallets feature a uniquely contoured hickory handle with a special “weight ring” at the base of the felt head.

• The OBD1 features a hard felt elliptical-shaped heads produce a focused bass tone without denting the head
• 1 3/8†head
• Recommended drum size14â€, 16â€, 18â€
• This “weight ring†helps provide improved balance, increased head velocity, and enhanced sound projection
• All ProMark drumsticks are designed and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry

Manufacturer: Promark Drumsticks
Model: OBD1
SKU: I218762-N-4-WHXE
UPC: 616022121496

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