Flared knob and thin handle on the Tater X12 Pro

MLB ink dot on the handle of the Tater X12 Pro, certifying straight-grain maple

Compressed cherry barrel of the Tater X12 Pro with engraved name and model details

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Tater Baseball

Tater-X12 Pro

$ 189.99

Best seller

Bat Feel Balanced

Balanced. Even weight from knob to barrel. Quick, easy to control, forgiving on inside pitches.

Barrel MediumHandle ThinKnob Flared

Built to order · ships in 10–14 business daysExpedited build available · hand-built in Cheshire, CT
Shipping calculated at checkoutShips via UPS, FedEx, or USPS
30-day warranty on every Tater® wood batInk dot certified · bone-rubbed · pro-grade maple or birch

A bat built specifically for you

Every Tater® custom bat is turned, finished, and engraved by hand in our Connecticut shop, using the same process as our pro player bats.

Free engraving Your name, number, and colors, included on every custom order.
Pro wood Hand-selected, ink dot certified maple or birch.
High-gloss finish Proprietary coating on every bat for maximum hardness.
Hand-split & boned Split with the grain for strength, then bone-rubbed to compress the surface.

Tater X12 Pro: The Balanced Wood Bat for Contact and Gap Hitters

The X12 is our most-ordered X-series model. Inspired by Francisco Lindor's custom game model, it pairs a thin handle and medium barrel with a flared knob for a fast, balanced swing: quick enough to catch up to velocity, with enough barrel to drive the ball when you get your pitch.

Built for hitters who do both

For hitters who work counts, use the whole field, and still want to do damage. The balanced weight lets you stay through the ball to all fields without giving up pop.

Maple or birch?

Maple gives the hardest hitting surface and the cleanest pop off the barrel. Birch flexes a touch more and forgives mis-hits, which many high school and college hitters prefer. The X12 swings the same in either wood. Compare maple, birch and ash.

Find your model

Want the X12 handle with a bigger, end-loaded barrel? Try the XZ Pro. Prefer a medium handle? The 271 Pro. Built for pure power? The I13 Pro. Still deciding? Take the Bat Finder or check the Wood Bat Size Chart.

LIMITLESS OPTIONS

Below are examples of colors you can mix and match.

Every color can be paired with a different color handle and barrel.

You can use this as a reference to get creative with your custom wood bat!

Higher density wood lasts longer and provides better “pop” off the barrel.
Ink dot tested to prove our bats meet professional standards.
Hand-split wood follows the natural grain, making bats stronger, more durable, and less likely to break.
Bone rubbing compresses the wood fibers, making the bat harder, improving durability, and increasing ball exit speeds.

Feature	Tater® Wood Bat	Store-bought bats	Other brands
DurabilityBuilt for full-season use.	YesBuilt to last	NoBreaks down fast	VariesVaries by brand and model
Bat popExit velocity off the barrel.	YesExplosive & consistent	NoWeak exit velocity	NoInconsistent
Price pointQuality per dollar.	YesPremium that performs	NoOverpaying for low quality	NoOften overpriced for similar quality
MLB-grade woodProfessional lumber spec.	YesPro grade only	NoLower grade	VariesSome use MLB wood, others choice/select
Pro certifiedInk dot tested to MLB spec.	YesCertified pro grade	NoNot certified	YesCertified
RatingsCustomer star reviews.	5 out of 5 stars5 / 5	3 out of 5 stars3 / 5	4 out of 5 stars4 / 5

When you swing wood, the difference isn’t subtle. Every Tater® bat is hand-split, hand-finished, ink dot certified, and bone-rubbed to MLB spec — backed by a 30-day warranty.

TATER KONG

KNOB MEDALLION

Embedded to the bottom of the knob, these medallions are to show that you stand out.

Each medallion signifies identifying characteristics (i.e. pro, amateur, youth) and adds a different element to our bats to #letthatsticktalk.

MADE TO PERFORM

DISTINGUISHED ENGINEERING

Our engineering process is nothing like any other bat company. Each model is engineered and tested to create maximum output.

This allows us to create the best bat on the market, and our software can prove it.

SVS SIGNATURE SERIES

Our Bats are all finished with our industry leading SVS finish technology.

Our finish is second to none and the hardest in the game.

This creates an extremely durable product and drastically increases the surface hardness allowing you to impress at the plate.

PRODUCT FEATURES

CANADIAN MAPLE & BIRCH

Our wood billets are hand-split by top North American producers, meeting the highest baseball bat standards and sourced from annually replenished, sustainably managed second-growth forests.

PERSONALIZED ENGRAVING

Each custom bat has the ability to be customized with a FREE name engraving of your choice.

DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE

We keep our standards the same for everyone, from Little League to the Majors - each and every bat is made to the same spec.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Tater-X12 Pro different from another custom wood baseball bat?

The X12 Pro is a premier custom wood baseball bat designed for versatile hitters. It features a thin handle and medium barrel for fast bat speed, a balanced feel for consistent contact, and is available in pro-grade maple or birch. It's optimized for players who aim to hit to all fields and drive the ball when they get the right pitch.

Should I order the X12 in maple or birch?

Maple gives you a denser, harder hitting surface and is the standard pro choice. Birch is slightly more forgiving — a touch more flex than maple and more durable than ash. Both wood species are ink dot certified and built to the same standard as our MLB player bats.

How long does it take to get a custom Tater-X12 Pro?

Production on a custom Tater-X12 Pro is approximately 2–3 weeks because every bat is built to order in Cheshire, CT. If you need a bat sooner, check our Stock Bats for ready-to-ship X series models that ship in 2 to 3 business days.

What size wood bat should I order?

Length ranges from 30"–34". Drop weight (length-to-weight ratio) ranges from -3 to +2. Drop weight is the difference between bat length in inches and bat weight in ounces — a -3 drop means a 34" bat weighs 31 oz. Most adult hitters use 32"–34" at a -2 or -3 drop. Most BBCOR-certified leagues (high school, NCAA) require -3. For a personalized recommendation by height, weight, and league, use our Wood Bat Size Chart at /pages/wood-bat-size-chart.

What types of wood are Tater bats made from?

Hard maple and yellow birch — both MLB-grade. Maple has been the pro standard for over 20 years: densest, hardest hitting surface, biggest pop on clean contact, but a smaller sweet spot and less forgiveness on mis-hits. Birch sits between maple and ash — similar density to maple with more flex on impact, which makes it more forgiving on mis-hits and a smart starting point for hitters transitioning from metal to wood. Read the full breakdown in our Maple vs Birch vs Ash guide at /blogs/the-lumber-yard/differences-between-maple-birch-and-ash-bats.

Do you offer discounts for team or bulk orders?

Yes — team and bulk pricing is available, typically starting at 12 bats. Contact our team sales desk with your spec, roster size, and timing through /pages/contact-us and we'll send a custom quote within one business day. The more bats in the order, the better the per-unit pricing scales.

Are Tater bats suitable for professional play?

Yes. Tater Baseball is an MLB-supplier wood bat company — our bats are swung by professional players at the highest level of the game. There is no separate "consumer-grade" production line. The same MLB-grade billets, the same hand-finishing process, and the same QA standards apply to every retail bat we ship as to the bats we cut for pro hitters.

What is the warranty on Tater wood bats?

30-day limited warranty on structural cracking under normal field use. To qualify, the bat must be a 2021 model year or later, you must be the original purchaser with proof of purchase from an authorized Tater dealer, and you must have followed our hitting guidelines (no cage-style dimpled balls, no storage in extreme heat or cold like a car trunk, no excessive moisture exposure). Full warranty terms and care guidelines at /pages/tater-wooden-bat-warranty.

Why are wood bats cupped at the end?

Cupping is a small concave dish drilled into the end of the barrel. It removes a few grams of mass from the very tip, which shifts the bat's balance point slightly toward the hands and makes the swing feel quicker through the zone. Tater hand-cups each bat, and our process allows for variable cup depths to dial in feel without compromising end-cap strength — which actually reduces the risk of chips and cracks on inside pitches.

What is the black dot on the handle?

Every Tater maple and birch bat carries an ink dot near the handle as proof of MLB-grade slope-of-grain certification. The ink dot's bleed pattern reveals whether the wood grain runs cleanly along the bat's long axis — a tight bleed means safe, MLB-spec slope; a fast bleed means rejected billet. The dot is the visible proof every bat passed inspection before leaving our shop.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 55 reviews.

Perfect bat. Love how this bat swings. Already 2/3 with it this fall season!

Bennett R. 5/5 Verified September 19, 2026