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Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets with Tapered Hickory Shaft – for 18″ to 20″ Drums – Soft Fleece Head

Original price was: £43.59.Current price is: £39.23.

Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets with Tapered Hickory Shaft are specifically designed for smaller marching bass drums where warmth, blend, and controlled articulation are essential. Featuring a soft fleece-wrapped high-density felt head and a lightweight, tapered hickory shaft, these mallets provide a mellow, rounded tone with minimal attack – perfect for musical passages that demand subtlety and resonance.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: Soft Fleece-Wrapped High-Density Felt – Delivers warm, dark tone with softened articulation

  • Head Shape: Round – Ensures smooth, even contact across the drumhead

  • Handle Material: Tapered Hickory Shaft – Lightweight and durable for responsive feel and balance

  • Length: 16″ – Designed for control and reach on smaller bass drums

  • Weight: Light – Ideal for quick playing and reduced fatigue

  • Finish: Natural Hickory – Smooth and secure grip for comfortable handling

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 15/09/2025
 SKU: MV-B1S
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Description

The MV-B1S is tailored for 18″ to 20″ marching bass drums, offering a tone that blends effortlessly into the ensemble while maintaining presence. The fleece-wrapped head helps eliminate unwanted attack noise, making it an excellent choice for indoor venues and sensitive musical contexts.

Sound & Feel:

  • Soft and Warm – Fleece head softens impact for a rich, blended tone

  • Light and Responsive – Tapered hickory shaft offers quick rebound and fluid motion

  • Subtle and Controlled – Excellent for quiet dynamics and smooth transitions

Built to Last:

  • Durable Felt Core with Fleece Wrap – Maintains tone and structure through extended use

  • Solid Hickory Shaft – Resilient construction withstands demanding playing environments

  • Consistent Quality – Precision-built for reliability in performance and rehearsal

Ideal For:

  • Marching bass drummers using 18″ to 20″ drums

  • Ensembles focused on tonal blend and subtle articulation

  • Players requiring lightweight mallets for fast, controlled movement

  • Indoor performances where warmth and finesse are prioritised

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 £250 and others start from just £3.59. 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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