



Vic Firth Corpsmaster Keyboard Ian Grom Series Vibraphone Mallets – Medium Soft


£69.29
Lush Tone with Smooth Articulation โ The Vic Firth Corpsmaster Keyboard Ian Grom Series Vibraphone Mallets โ Medium Softย are crafted to produce a warm, resonant sound while maintaining just enough articulation for clarity. Designed in collaboration with celebrated percussion arranger Ian Grom, these mallets feature a medium soft head and flexible rattan shaftsโideal for expressive playing, especially in lyrical passages or ensemble roles that require tonal blend.
Key Features:
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Head Type: Medium Soft โ Prioritises warmth and roundness with subtle attack
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Head Material: Synthetic Yarn โ Durable, with consistent tone across all dynamics
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Shaft Material: Rattan โ Provides a natural feel with excellent flexibility and control
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Length: 15.875โณ โ Balanced for comfort, reach, and dynamic shaping
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Finish: Natural โ Smooth, comfortable grip ideal for extended playing
- Description
- Delivery & Returns
- Warranty & 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
Description
The VF-M265 is perfect for vibraphonists who want a mallet that can blend seamlessly into the ensemble while still delivering clarity when needed. It offers the expressive potential to shape tone in soft to moderate dynamics without sacrificing definition.
A warm and resonant, medium-soft mallet that produces a huge fundamental sound – the bottom octave absolutely sings with these mallets!
Sound & Feel:
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Warm and Lyrical โ Ideal for expressive, melodic playing and chordal textures
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Smooth Articulation โ Soft enough to blend, yet articulate enough to define phrases
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Responsive and Fluid โ Rattan shaft enhances rebound and player control
Built to Last:
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High-quality yarn wrap ensures durability and tonal stability
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Sturdy rattan shaft withstands regular use and performance demands
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Made in the USA with Vic Firthโs unmatched quality and attention to detail
Ideal For:
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Front ensemble and concert percussionists seeking warmth and control
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Players performing expressive, lyrical vibraphone parts
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Musicians looking for mallets that prioritise tone and sensitivity without sacrificing clarity
At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)
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.
We do our best to make sure every aspect of your Drum Central order goes smoothly but in the event that an item arrives either damaged or incorrect then notify us within 14 days and we will arrange a free collection so as to get the item swapped or replaced.
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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