Vic Firth Corpsmaster Keyboard Iain Moyer Series Marimba Mallets – Extremely Hard

£63.09

Extreme Clarity, Maximum Articulation โ€“ The Vic Firth Corpsmaster Iain Moyer Series Marimba Mallets โ€“ Extremely Hard are engineered for the precise demands of contemporary front ensemble performance. Designed in collaboration with acclaimed composer and educator Dr. Iain Moyer, these mallets deliver exceptional articulation and brightness in the upper register, cutting through dense musical textures with clarity and control.

Key Features:
  • Hardness: Extremely Hard โ€“ Ideal for maximum articulation and upper-octave clarity

  • Head Material: Synthetic Yarn โ€“ Durable and consistent for repeated high-impact use

  • Core: Synthetic โ€“ Optimized for brightness and projection

  • Handle Material: Rattan โ€“ Offers natural flex and excellent feel

  • Length: 17โ€ณ โ€“ Balanced for extended reach and fluid technique

  • Colour: Blue Yarn โ€“ Easy visual identification in ensemble settings

Availability: Available to order SKU: VF-M278

Description

The VF-M278 is the hardest mallet in the Iain Moyer Series, making it a top choice for advanced front ensemble players seeking crisp attack, particularly in outdoor or high-volume situations. Whether you’re executing fast permutations or accentuating melodic lines, these mallets bring your performance to the front with strength and precision.

Sound & Feel:

  • Brilliant Articulation โ€“ Perfect for high-register passages and cutting through large ensembles

  • Focused Tone โ€“ Bright, clear voice ideal for defined rhythmic content

  • Responsive Handling โ€“ Rattan shafts offer natural flexibility for enhanced control

Built to Last:

  • Durable yarn and core materials for long-term reliability under rigorous use

  • Hand-matched pairs for consistency in weight, tone, and feel

  • Made in the USA to Vic Firthโ€™s elite production standards

Ideal For:

  • Marching percussionists needing top-end clarity in outdoor settings

  • Front ensemble players performing technically demanding, articulate passages

  • Performers seeking a hard mallet that wonโ€™t sacrifice musicality for projection

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