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

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

Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets are designed to provide a clear, full-bodied tone with reliable control and rebound for mid-sized marching bass drums. Featuring a high-density felt head and a tapered hickory shaft, these mallets offer a balanced feel with strong articulation and musical warmth – perfect for both field and indoor ensemble applications.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: High-Density Felt – Produces articulate tone with rich, resonant lows

  • Head Shape: Round – Promotes even contact for consistent tone and projection

  • Handle Material: Tapered Hickory Shaft – Durable, balanced, and responsive

  • Length: 16″ – Designed for optimal reach and comfort on 24″ to 26″ drums

  • Weight: Medium – Ideal balance between power and agility

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

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 15/09/2025
 SKU: MV-B3
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Description

The MV-B3 mallet is ideal for marching bass drums in the 24″ to 26″ range, offering the projection needed for ensemble settings while maintaining clarity and responsiveness. Its construction ensures solid performance and longevity, even in high-demand environments.

Sound & Feel:

  • Full and Articulate – High-density felt head delivers clean, resonant tone

  • Balanced and Responsive – Tapered shaft provides control and quick rebound

  • Clear and Focused – Suitable for both musical expression and rhythmic precision

Built to Last:

  • Durable Felt Head – Maintains shape and tonal quality over time

  • Sturdy Hickory Shaft – Built to endure frequent rehearsal and performance use

  • Consistent Quality – Crafted to deliver reliable results in all conditions

Ideal For:

  • Marching bass drummers using 24″ to 26″ drums

  • Ensembles needing articulate, full-bodied low-end support

  • Performers balancing dynamic range with rhythmic accuracy

  • Indoor and outdoor use where durability and tone are key

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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