Moboog maple wood drum stick is Perfect when speed and touch are top priority, Designed for big band and dance orchestras, Maple is the lightest wood used for drum sticks, Low in density and lends itself to lower-volume situations and light, fast playing, Teardrop tips produce a range of sounds from tightly focused to diffuse depending on how they are held, Suitable for amateur drummer as the sticks are lighter and easier to control, Suitable for daily practice, teaching and performance purpose.