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Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets with Tapered Hickory Shaft – for 24″ to 26″ Drums – Soft Fleece Head

Original price was: £50.29.Current price is: £45.26.

Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets are crafted for warm tone, smooth articulation, and consistent response on mid-sized marching bass drums. Featuring a soft fleece-wrapped felt head and a durable tapered hickory shaft, these mallets deliver rich, blended sound with a gentle attack – ideal for ensemble passages that require warmth over bite.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: Soft Fleece-Wrapped High-Density Felt – Offers a mellow, rounded tone with minimal attack

  • Head Shape: Round – Ensures consistent contact and even sound across the playing surface

  • Handle Material: Tapered Hickory Shaft – Provides durability, balance, and responsive feel

  • Length: 16โ€ณ – Optimised for comfort and reach across mid-size bass drums

  • Weight: Medium – Balanced for both projection and control

  • Finish: Natural Hickory – Smooth, natural finish for a secure and comfortable grip

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 15/09/2025
 SKU: MV-B3S

Description

The MV-B3S mallet is ideal for 24″ to 26″ marching bass drums, offering a lush low-end voice with just enough definition for clear ensemble playing. The soft fleece head minimises contact noise, making it perfect for musical phrases where tone and blend take priority.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Blended – Fleece head softens the attack while preserving fullness

  • Controlled and Responsive – Tapered shaft offers smooth rebound and articulation

  • Subtle and Full – Great for passages requiring delicate dynamics and round tone

Built to Last:

  • Resilient Felt Core with Fleece Wrap – Maintains softness and tone over extended use

  • Reinforced Hickory Shaft – Withstands the demands of both rehearsal and performance

  • Reliable Construction – Built for long-lasting consistency and quality

Ideal For:

  • Marching bass drummers using 24″ to 26″ drums

  • Ensembles seeking warmth and blend in the low end

  • Musical passages requiring a soft, round attack

  • Indoor and outdoor performers prioritising tone and feel

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.

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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