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

Original price was: £40.79.Current price is: £36.71.

Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets are designed for articulate, balanced tone and fast response on smaller marching bass drums. Featuring a high-density felt head and a lightweight tapered hickory shaft, these mallets provide crisp attack, smooth rebound, and excellent control – ideal for performers who need precision without sacrificing musicality.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: High-Density Felt – Produces clean, articulate sound with solid presence

  • Head Shape: Round – Ensures even response and consistent tone

  • Handle Material: Tapered Hickory Shaft – Strong yet lightweight for control and agility

  • Length: 16″ – Optimised for reach and comfort on compact bass drums

  • Weight: Light – Promotes speed and reduces fatigue during extended use

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

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 15/09/2025
 SKU: MV-B1
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Description

The MV-B1 is ideal for 18″ to 20″ marching bass drums, delivering focused tone with just the right amount of low-end presence. Its lightweight design and high-quality construction make it a great choice for younger players, high-speed passages, or detailed ensemble work where clarity is key.

Sound & Feel:

  • Bright and Articulate – Felt head delivers crisp attack and clean definition

  • Light and Fast – Shaft promotes quick rebound and nimble playing

  • Controlled and Focused – Great for clarity in tight musical textures

Built to Last:

  • Durable Felt Head – Holds shape and sound through repeated use

  • Reliable Hickory Shaft – Built to withstand regular performance conditions

  • Consistent Craftsmanship – Ensures dependable playability and tone

Ideal For:

  • Marching bass drummers using 18″ to 20″ drums

  • Ensembles requiring clarity, speed, and balance

  • Players looking for lightweight mallets with reliable control

  • Indoor and outdoor performances where precision is essential

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.

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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