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Chalklin GM1 Gong Mallet – Small

Original price was: £67.19.Current price is: £60.47.

Precision and warmth in a compact design โ€“ the Chalklin CGM1 Small Gong Mallet offers detailed control and expressive tonal richness, crafted specifically for smaller gongs and auxiliary percussion. Featuring a finely balanced felt head and a comfortable shaft, this mallet enables percussionists to deliver articulate strikes, delicate rolls, and nuanced swells with clarity and warmth. Perfect for chamber, orchestral, and contemporary settings, the CGM1 combines precision and musicality in a compact form.

Key Features:

  • Head Size: Small โ€“ Designed for clear, focused tones on smaller gongs

  • Head Material: Firm felt wrapped over a solid core โ€“ Balances articulation with warmth

  • Handle Material: Lightweight, balanced shaft โ€“ Ensures comfortable control and agility

  • Sound Character: Warm, clear, and articulate โ€“ Ideal for subtle dynamic shaping

  • Weight: Light-medium โ€“ Supports nimble, expressive playing

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Expert craftsmanship for consistency and durability

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 25/08/2025
 SKU: CGM1

Description

The CGM1 is perfect for percussionists seeking detailed expression and tonal clarity on small gongs and auxiliary instruments.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Focused โ€“ Small felt head produces clear, resonant tones with precise articulation

  • Balanced and Agile โ€“ Lightweight shaft offers quick response and effortless control

  • Dynamic and Expressive โ€“ Suitable for delicate rolls, soft swells, and crisp accents

Built for Nuance and Control:

  • Ideal for chamber ensembles, orchestral work, and contemporary percussion

  • Compact design allows precise playing in tight performance spaces

  • Durable construction ensures consistent performance for regular use

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists specialising in small gong and auxiliary percussion techniques

  • Students and professionals developing detailed dynamic control and tone

  • Ensemble musicians requiring versatile mallets for refined passages

  • Educators looking for reliable mallets to teach expressive precision

Experience articulate warmth and precise control with the Chalklin CGM1 โ€“ a small gong mallet designed for clarity, nuance, and expressive versatility.

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If within 30 days of receiving your purchase you decide it is not right for you providing it is returned in “as new” condition within its unopened original packing we will refund or exchange your item as desired. In cases where packaging has been opened we may be unable to offer a refund but in some cases will offer a refund that reflects the reduced resale value of the item.

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If your purchase develops a fault within the 2 year warranty period you can return it to us and we will repair or replace it. A fault is defined as a defect that you would not normally expect to occur through normal wear and tear and that has not been caused by improper use.

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