Every Takt Baton is precisely hand balanced at or near the joint of the shaft and handle to give the feeling of apparent weightlessness. The light weight (7 to 17 grams) of the batons combined with careful balancing ensures a fast response. Inlays of Mother of Pearl, Abalone, Brass, Ebony and Boxwood delight the eye and add elegance. Exotic, rare and expensive materials (Ebony, Rosewood, Bone,Horn and Snakewood) make for exclusive batons. We aim for each TAKT baton to be the best in its price class.