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Vic Firth Corpsmaster Keyboard Marimba Mallets – Soft with Rubber Core

£58.69

Rich Warmth with Smooth Response โ€“ The Vic Firth Corpsmaster Keyboard Marimba Mallets โ€“ Soft with Rubber Coreย are crafted to produce a deep, lush tone ideal for lyrical playing and lower-register marimba work. With a soft cord-wrapped head and a responsive rubber core, these mallets offer a dark, mellow sound with subtle articulationโ€”perfect for expressive ensemble passages and musical phrasing. Birch shafts provide lightweight strength and smooth rebound for controlled, comfortable playing.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: Soft โ€“ Delivers warm, dark tones with minimal attack

  • Core Material: Rubber โ€“ Adds rebound and maintains tonal integrity

  • Head Material: Cord โ€“ Durable wrap promotes longevity and smooth tone

  • Shaft Material: Birch โ€“ Lightweight and responsive for enhanced feel

  • Length: 17โ€ณ โ€“ Balanced length for consistent reach and fluid motion

  • Finish: Natural โ€“ Smooth, comfortable grip for extended playing sessions

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 17/08/2025
 SKU: VF-M170

Description

The VF-M170 is ideal for performers seeking soft articulation and maximum tonal depth, especially in lyrical or supportive ensemble roles. A soft yarn marimba mallet with very little attack, it is designed to provide a full-bodied tone in the low register.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Mellow โ€“ Ideal for legato phrasing, rolls, and lower-octave passages

  • Soft and Subtle โ€“ Gentle articulation for blending within the ensemble

  • Comfortable and Responsive โ€“ Birch shafts offer controlled rebound and balance

Built to Last:

  • High-quality cord wrapping resists wear and maintains tone

  • Rubber core ensures durability and consistent performance

  • Made in the USA with Vic Firthโ€™s trusted manufacturing and attention to detail

Ideal For:

  • Marimba players focusing on lyrical, expressive playing

  • Indoor and outdoor front ensemble performers seeking soft articulation

  • Musicians who need a durable, warm-toned mallet for supportive roles

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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