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Chalklin Symphonic Rattan MS13 Vibraphone Mallets – Medium Soft 25mm Core

Original price was: £48.39.Current price is: £43.55.

Balanced warmth with precise control – the Chalklin MS13 Vibraphone Mallets are designed to offer a perfect blend of softness and definition for versatile vibraphone playing. Featuring a 25mm core wrapped in medium-soft yarn, these mallets produce a warm, rich tone with a clear attack that works equally well in solo, ensemble, and orchestral settings. The flexible rattan handles provide responsive rebound and comfortable grip, allowing players to express subtle dynamics and articulate phrasing with ease.

Key Features:
  • Head Size: 25mm – Ideal for a balanced combination of tone and articulation

  • Head Type: Medium-soft yarn-wrapped core – Delivers warm, rounded tone with clarity

  • Handle Material: Rattan – Flexible and responsive for enhanced control

  • Sound Character: Warm and clear – Suitable for a wide range of musical styles and dynamics

  • Weight: Light-medium – Balanced for comfort, speed, and expressive playing

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK – Carefully matched for consistency and durability

Availability: In stock
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Estimated Delivery Date 21/08/2025
SKU: CMS13
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Description

The CMS13 mallets provide a warm, clear vibraphone sound that adapts seamlessly from lyrical passages to more rhythmic, dynamic playing.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Clear – Medium-soft yarn wrapping offers richness without sacrificing attack clarity

  • Responsive and Comfortable – Rattan shafts ensure smooth rebound and natural feel

  • Versatile Dynamics – Suitable for both delicate and more robust playing styles

Built for Versatility:

  • Designed for orchestral, solo, and ensemble vibraphone repertoire

  • Perfect for percussionists who require a mallet capable of both warmth and articulation

  • Durable construction to withstand frequent use without tonal degradation

Ideal For:

  • Vibraphonists performing classical, jazz, and contemporary works

  • Students and professionals seeking a reliable all-purpose mallet

  • Educators looking for mallets that support developing technique and tone

  • Musicians needing a mallet with balanced warmth and clarity

Discover the versatile voice of the Chalklin CMS13 – a mallet that delivers warmth, clarity, and expressive control for every performance.

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.

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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