Chalklin Symphonic Birch BS21 Timpani Mallets – Chamois Leather

£45.69

Sharp attack with dry clarity – the Chalklin CBS21 Symphonic Birch Timpani Mallets feature chamois leather-wrapped heads, delivering a uniquely crisp and articulate sound ideal for staccato playing and baroque-style repertoire. The tightly bound chamois provides a hard yet controlled surface that enhances rhythmic definition without excessive overtone, making it perfect for exposed passages requiring precision. Paired with straight birch handles, the CBS21 offers a solid, balanced feel for clean execution and maximum control.

Key Features:

  • Head Material: Chamois leather – Provides a dry, articulate sound with minimal resonance

  • Head Type: Hard – Designed for sharp attack and rhythmic clarity

  • Handle Material: Straight birch – Offers solid control and smooth responsiveness

  • Sound Character: Dry, bright, and precise – Ideal for staccato and early music styles

  • Weight: Medium – Balanced for controlled, crisp articulation

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK – Expertly finished for tonal consistency and reliability

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 25/08/2025
 SKU: CBS21
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Description

The CBS21 mallets are a specialist’s choice for players seeking clarity, bite, and classic articulation in their timpani playing.

Sound & Feel:

  • Crisp and Dry – Chamois leather heads give a punchy tone with fast decay

  • Controlled and Balanced – Birch shafts ensure stability and precision

  • Highly Articulate – Excellent for clear strokes and exposed rhythmic lines

Built for Rhythmic Definition and Style:

  • Perfect for early music, baroque timpani, and modern works needing dry articulation

  • Chamois heads reduce overtone, focusing tone and rhythmic clarity

  • Reliable feel and build for both performance and rehearsal

Ideal For:

  • Timpanists performing baroque, classical, or rhythmically intricate works

  • Professionals needing focused, dry articulation without excess resonance

  • Students exploring historical performance or staccato techniques

  • Educators requiring mallets with a unique timbral palette for stylistic training

Deliver crisp definition and classic tone with the Chalklin CBS21 – a chamois leather timpani mallet designed for dry clarity, precise articulation, and stylistic versatility.

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