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Chalklin Symphonic Rattan MSGJ3S Ragtime Xylophone Mallets – 28mm Softer Polymer Ball

Original price was: £42.09.Current price is: £37.88.

Warm vintage tone with gentle articulation โ€“ the Chalklin CMSGJ3S Symphonic Rattan Ragtime Xylophone Mallets feature 28mm softer polymer ball heads designed to produce a rich, mellow sound with smooth attack. These mallets bring a classic, rounded warmth ideal for ragtime, jazz, and lyrical passages, while maintaining enough definition for clear melodic lines. The natural flexibility of the rattan handles provides excellent rebound and comfort, supporting expressive playing across dynamic ranges.

Key Features:

  • Head Material: Softer polymer ball โ€“ Offers warm, mellow tone with gentle attack

  • Head Size: 28mm โ€“ Larger size for rich, full-bodied sound on xylophone

  • Handle Material: Rattan โ€“ Flexible and resilient for comfortable, responsive playing

  • Sound Character: Warm, smooth, and rounded โ€“ Perfect for vintage and lyrical styles

  • Weight: Medium โ€“ Balanced for control and expressive nuance

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Ensuring consistent tone and durability

Availability: Available to order SKU: CMSGJ3S

Description

The CMSGJ3S mallets are ideal for percussionists seeking a warm, classic xylophone tone with expressive control.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Mellow โ€“ Softer polymer heads produce rich, full tones with smooth articulation

  • Comfortable and Responsive โ€“ Rattan shafts offer natural flex and excellent rebound

  • Expressive and Controlled โ€“ Suitable for dynamic variation and lyrical playing

Built for Vintage Warmth and Expressiveness:

  • Designed for xylophone parts requiring smooth tone and subtle attack

  • Larger softer heads provide warmth without losing clarity

  • Flexible handles allow for fast, nuanced performance

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists performing ragtime, jazz, and lyrical repertoire

  • Students and educators focusing on tone control and musical expression

  • Ensemble players needing warm, rounded mallet sound

  • Professionals seeking versatile mallets for expressive xylophone work

Bring vintage warmth and smooth articulation to your playing with the Chalklin CMSGJ3S โ€“ a softer polymer xylophone mallet crafted for rich tone and expressive nuance.

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