Chalklin Symphonic Rattan MS14 Vibraphone Mallets – Soft 25mm Core

£48.39

Lush warmth with gentle articulation โ€“ the Chalklin MS14 Vibraphone Mallets are crafted to deliver a soft, warm tone with a smooth attack, ideal for lyrical playing and delicate passages. Featuring a 25mm core wrapped in soft yarn, the CMS14 mallets provide a rich, rounded sound that enhances the vibraphoneโ€™s natural resonance. The flexible rattan shafts offer excellent rebound and tactile sensitivity, allowing players to express subtle dynamics with ease and control.

Key Features:

  • Head Size: 25mm โ€“ Soft yarn-wrapped core for gentle, warm articulation

  • Head Type: Soft yarn wrapping โ€“ Produces mellow, rounded tone with minimal attack noise

  • Handle Material: Rattan โ€“ Flexible and responsive for smooth, expressive playability

  • Sound Character: Warm and lush โ€“ Perfect for soft dynamics and melodic phrasing

  • Weight: Light โ€“ Designed for comfort, finesse, and extended playing sessions

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Matched for tonal consistency and durability

Availability: In stock
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Estimated Delivery Date 27/09/2025
 SKU: CMS14

Description

The CMS14 mallets offer a beautifully soft touch, ideal for players seeking warmth and subtlety in their vibraphone performance.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Mellow โ€“ Soft yarn wrapping emphasizes the vibraphoneโ€™s lyrical qualities

  • Responsive and Smooth โ€“ Rattan shafts support effortless rebound and control

  • Gentle Articulation โ€“ Perfect for ballads, solo work, and sensitive ensemble parts

Built for Expressive Playing:

  • Designed to enhance vibraphoneโ€™s natural sustain and warmth

  • Suitable for jazz, classical, and contemporary repertoire requiring soft touch

  • Durable construction ensures long-lasting performance and tonal integrity

Ideal For:

  • Vibraphonists specialising in lyrical, melodic playing

  • Soloists and chamber musicians seeking a warm, expressive mallet

  • Students developing tone control and dynamic sensitivity

  • Educators and professionals looking for a versatile soft mallet

Bring out the warm, singing voice of your vibraphone with the Chalklin CMS14 โ€“ crafted for softness, nuance, and musical expression.

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