JG Percussion JG-DH3 Tchaikovsky – David Herbert Series Timpani Mallets (Pair)

SKU: JG-DH3

The JG Percussion JG-DH3 "Tchaikovsky" mallets from the David Herbert Signature Series are built for rich, romantic sound with added weight and warmth. Designed in collaboration with David Herbert, Principal Timpanist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the DH3 features a larger wood core wrapped in soft German felt, creating a full-bodied tone with deep resonance—ideal for lush Romantic-era repertoire including Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Bruckner. The bamboo handles provide a perfect blend of rebound, weight, and control.

Specifications

• Model: JG-DH3 "Tchaikovsky"
• Series: David Herbert Signature Series
• Core Material: Large wood core
• Felt Type: Soft German felt
• Handle Material: Carbon Fiber
• Overall Length: Approximately 14.5 inches
• Use: Romantic-era repertoire, full-bodied expressive playing
• Sold As: Pair
• Origin: Made in USA

JG Percussion

JG Percussion is a premier percussion manufacturer known for producing high-quality mallets and accessories for professional, collegiate, and advanced student percussionists. Founded by percussionist and educator Josh Gottry, the brand is built on a deep understanding of musical performance and a commitment to precision craftsmanship.

All JG Percussion products are handcrafted in the USA using carefully selected materials such as bamboo, rattan, birch, and custom-wrapped felt and yarn. The company is especially renowned for its timpani mallets, which are widely used by orchestral musicians for their clarity, balance, and refined tonal control across a broad range of repertoire.

Brand Highlights

• Founded by percussionist and educator Josh Gottry
• Handcrafted percussion mallets made in the USA
• Industry-leading reputation for timpani mallets
• Designed for orchestral, solo, and ensemble performance
• Trusted by professionals, educators, and students worldwide

Why Choose JG Percussion?

• Exceptional consistency and quality control
• Musically informed designs created by working percussionists
• Premium materials for superior sound and durability
• Extensive model selection for specific repertoire needs
• Respected brand in professional and academic percussion communities