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Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets with Tapered Hickory Shaft – for 30″ Drums and Larger – Soft Fleece Head

Original price was: £61.69.Current price is: £55.52.

Vater Marching Bass Drum Mallets are designed for maximum low-end warmth and tonal depth on the largest marching bass drums. Featuring an oversized, soft fleece-wrapped felt head and a strong tapered hickory shaft, these mallets provide rich, round tone with minimal attack – perfect for creating a deep, blended presence in both indoor and outdoor performances.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: Oversized Soft Fleece-Wrapped Felt – Produces warm, round tone with soft articulation

  • Head Shape: Round – Ensures even, resonant response across the drumhead

  • Handle Material: Tapered Hickory Shaft – Offers strength, balance, and responsive feel

  • Length: 16″ – Provides extended reach and controlled leverage

  • Weight: Heavy – Optimised for large-drum projection and full-bodied sound

  • Finish: Natural Hickory – Smooth surface for secure, comfortable handling

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 15/09/2025
 SKU: MV-B5S
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Description

The MV-B5S mallet is ideal for 30″ and larger bass drums, delivering a dark, resonant sound perfect for musical moments requiring subtlety and warmth. Its soft fleece head ensures a gentle attack while maintaining the depth and projection needed to anchor the ensemble.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Deep – Fleece-wrapped head softens attack and enhances low-frequency tone

  • Controlled and Stable – Tapered hickory shaft allows for power without harshness

  • Blended and Subtle – Perfect for moments requiring less articulation and more resonance

Built to Last:

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

  • Reinforced Hickory Shaft – Withstands heavy playing while offering excellent balance

  • High-Quality Craftsmanship – Designed for consistency in demanding marching conditions

Ideal For:

  • Marching bass drummers playing 30″ drums and larger

  • Ensembles requiring low-end warmth and tonal blend

  • Musical passages needing soft attack and resonance

  • Indoor and outdoor performances where presence and subtlety are both needed

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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