The flattened, plastic equivalent of brushes are Pro-Mark SMXX Medium SMAX brushes. SMAX provide a distinctive attack that can be used on both hand drums and drum sets. SMAX are especially helpful in multi-percussion arrangements that incorporate hand drums with other instruments that are typically played with a stick. Rimshots and other more drumstick-specific sounds can also be produced with the wooden handle. Features: Grey plastic head, medium size. typical handle made of hickory. offers a distinct hand-simulating reaction. Length: 15-3/4; Diameter:.530.