Detail 01
14-inch length
Middle of the three sizes. Enough tip travel to be seen across an ensemble without slowing your beat.
Product detailSKU #1274228080160
King DavidDuco Pear Cork Baton White 14 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14-inch white conducting baton with a pear-shaped cork grip. The middle length, and the usual starting point for most conductors.
Strong match
Who this is for
- General band, orchestra, and school ensemble conducting
- A conducting student buying a first stick
- Conductors who want reach without a heavy, long shaft
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Very large ensembles where a 16-inch stick reads better
- Conductors who prefer tight, wrist-only choral beats
- Anyone wanting a wood-handle or counterweighted baton
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Pear-shaped cork grip
The bulb sits in the palm and lets the stick pivot on the fingers, which keeps the wrist loose.
Detail 03
Cork handle material
Light and slightly textured. Holds up to hand moisture better than smooth plastic over a long rehearsal.
Detail 04
White shaft
High contrast against dark clothing and dim stage or pit lighting, so the tip stays trackable.
Detail 05
$11.25 price
Entry-level pricing. Reasonable as a student stick, a classroom set, or a spare in the bag.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No case or tube included; batons break easily loose in a bag
- 02A dropped baton can chip the cork grip or snap the tip
- 03If you already conduct with 15 or 16 inches, this will feel short
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What baton length should a beginner start with?
Fourteen inches is the common middle ground. It gives enough visibility for a band or orchestra while staying quick enough to control, so it works before you know your preference.
02What is the difference between the 12, 14, and 16 inch versions?
Length only. Shorter means a smaller, quicker beat for close ensembles; longer means more tip travel and better visibility from the back of a large group.
03Is the cork grip better than plastic?
Cork is lighter and grippier when your hands get damp. It also dents more easily, so it trades some durability for comfort.
04Does this include a case?
No. The baton ships on its own, so add a tube or hard case if you carry it in a bag.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
