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Chalklin Symphonic Birch BS16 Marimba Mallets – Medium Hard

Original price was: £49.29.Current price is: £44.36.

Balanced tone with expressive definition โ€“ the Chalklin CBS16 Symphonic Birch Marimba Mallets are crafted for players who require musical warmth and precise articulation across the marimba. Featuring a medium hard rubber head, the BS16 mallets provide a focused, resonant tone that blends well in ensemble settings while still projecting clearly in solo passages. With symphonic-grade birch handles offering lightweight control and natural feel, the CBS16 is a dependable choice for versatile, expressive marimba performance.

Key Features:

  • Head Material: Medium hard rubber โ€“ Ideal for warm, articulate tone with clean definition

  • Head Hardness: Medium hard โ€“ Balances clarity and blend across all registers

  • Handle Material: Straight birch โ€“ Lightweight and responsive with excellent control

  • Sound Character: Focused, resonant, and versatile โ€“ Suited for both ensemble and solo work

  • Weight: Medium โ€“ Balanced for comfort, rebound, and dynamic control

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Durable, precision-matched for consistent feel

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 25/08/2025
 SKU: CBS16

Description

The CBS16 mallets offer refined control and a centred tone, making them a go-to choice for percussionists seeking both versatility and musical expressiveness on marimba.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Defined โ€“ Rubber head delivers clarity without harshness, ideal for expressive lines

  • Stable and Natural โ€“ Birch handles provide a solid feel and smooth handling

  • Versatile Response โ€“ Balanced weight supports both lyrical phrasing and rhythmic clarity

Built for Musical Balance and Control:

  • Perfect for marimba performance in orchestral, solo, and educational contexts

  • Medium hard head offers the ideal midpoint between soft blend and sharp attack

  • Excellent for works requiring a broad dynamic and tonal range

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists performing a wide variety of marimba repertoire

  • Students and educators building foundational technique with musical tone

  • Ensemble players requiring mallets that blend yet articulate clearly

  • Professionals looking for a dependable, all-purpose marimba mallet

Achieve tonal depth and articulate control with the Chalklin CBS16 โ€“ a marimba mallet built for musical balance, expressive playing, and performance versatility.

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