Chalklin Symphonic Birch BS8 Xylophone Mallets – Soft Rubber

£31.39

Rounded tone with subtle attack โ€“ the Chalklin CBS8 Symphonic Birch Xylophone Mallets feature soft rubber heads designed for warm, mellow articulation across the instrumentโ€™s range. Ideal for delicate textures, lyrical passages, or lighter ensemble work, these mallets produce a less percussive, more tonal sound than harder options. The lightweight birch handles provide a comfortable, responsive grip, allowing for smooth phrasing and dynamic sensitivity. The CBS8 is a great choice when clarity is needed without harshness.

Key Features:

  • Head Material: Soft rubber โ€“ Produces a warm, rounded tone with gentle attack

  • Head Hardness: Soft โ€“ Designed for subtle articulation and reduced impact noise

  • Handle Material: Straight birch โ€“ Lightweight and flexible for natural feel

  • Sound Character: Mellow, focused, and controlled โ€“ Ideal for lyrical or quiet passages

  • Weight: Light-medium โ€“ Balanced for expressive playing and ease of movement

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Precision-matched for consistency and professional quality

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 25/08/2025
 SKU: CBS8

Description

The CBS8 mallets offer a warmer alternative to traditional hard xylophone mallets, giving players a more expressive tool for nuanced performance.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Subtle โ€“ Soft rubber head tones down the brightness for a more lyrical sound

  • Comfortable and Controlled โ€“ Birch shafts provide excellent touch sensitivity

  • Ideal for Light Dynamics โ€“ Great for soft ensemble work or expressive solo phrasing

Built for Gentle Articulation and Control:

  • Suited for orchestral, chamber, and educational settings

  • Soft rubber heads reduce overtone harshness while retaining clarity

  • Perfect for xylophone parts requiring subtlety and smooth tone

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists performing lyrical or subdued xylophone parts

  • Students developing control and musical expression

  • Ensemble players needing a warmer mallet sound that still projects

  • Educators introducing students to softer articulation techniques

Shape melodic lines with warmth and finesse using the Chalklin CBS8 โ€“ a soft rubber xylophone mallet designed for subtle tone, expressive control, and refined performance.

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