For playing fast musical passages softly. The added weight and density of persimmon help produce clean double Strokes and clear articulation. Made with expertise garnered from one of the brightest talents in orchestral percussion. The Tim genies concert snare stick was made with input from Tim genies, the principal timpanist of the Boston Symphony orchestra. Made from persimmon, which is known for its density, durability and high impact resistance, These sticks produce a full-bodied and slightly darker sound than other wood. The density also gives added power, allowing the player to avoid overplaying. Length = 16. 81.