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Chalklin Symphonic Rattan MS25 Timpani Mallets – Maple Ball “Legno” 28mm

Original price was: £36.69.Current price is: £33.02.

Crisp articulation with natural resonance โ€“ the Chalklin CMS25 Symphonic Rattan โ€œLegnoโ€ Timpani Mallets feature 28mm solid maple ball heads that deliver a clear, woody attack with minimal contact noise. Designed for works requiring defined rhythmic articulation or special effects (legno-style playing), the CMS25 produces a dry, percussive sound that cuts cleanly through texture without overwhelming the drumโ€™s natural tone. The flexible rattan shafts offer excellent feel and rebound, giving players precise control and consistent response.

Key Features:
  • Head Material: Solid maple wood โ€“ Produces a dry, articulate sound with natural timbre

  • Head Size: 28mm โ€“ Compact for clarity and controlled projection

  • Handle Material: Rattan โ€“ Flexible and responsive for accurate playing

  • Sound Character: Woody, dry, and crisp โ€“ Perfect for special effects and defined articulation

  • Weight: Light-medium โ€“ Balanced for speed and accuracy

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Built to withstand professional demands

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 25/08/2025
SKU: CMS25

Description

The CMS25 is a specialised mallet designed for precision-focused playing and extended techniques in orchestral and contemporary repertoire.

Sound & Feel:

  • Dry and Articulate โ€“ Maple ball heads provide crisp attack with minimal resonance

  • Natural and Focused โ€“ Ideal for special effects (legno) or rhythmic clarity

  • Responsive and Balanced โ€“ Rattan handles allow for subtle control and comfort

Built for Articulation and Effect:

  • Excellent for contemporary and theatrical music requiring wood-on-head sound

  • Offers a unique tonal contrast to traditional felt timpani mallets

  • Rattan shaft supports fast, accurate execution in exposed passages

Ideal For:

  • Orchestral and theatre percussionists using extended or legno techniques

  • Professionals needing articulate, dry timpani sounds for rhythmic clarity

  • Contemporary repertoire requiring tonal contrast and special effects

  • Students learning articulation and alternative timpani techniques

Explore new textures and precise articulation with the Chalklin CMS25 โ€“ a maple ball timpani mallet designed for dry tone, rhythmic definition, and artistic versatility.

Any items held at our warehouse and ordered before 12pm will be dispatched same-day. For any special order items, we will be in touch directly with tracking information. Delivery is free for most of the U.K. on all orders over ยฃ250 and others start from just ยฃ3.59. We offer 'Express Shipping' on all items meaning that, for most parts of the U.K., your order will be with you next working day. In some areas, such as the Highlands and Islands, delivery will be two days (this will be reflected in your estimated delivery date at checkout). Most items are shipped with DPD meaning you will be given a one hour delivery window on the day of delivery. Smaller items are sent First Class with Royal Mail. If you are in a hurry or need a more specific delivery date and time delivery upgrades such as Next Day before 10am, Next Day before 12pm and Saturday or Sunday delivery can be selected at checkout. Our DPD deliveries are carbon neutral and, where possible, we reuse packing to cut down on waste.

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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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