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Chalklin Symphonic Rattan MS18 Marimba Mallets – Soft 30mm Core

Original price was: £56.39.Current price is: £50.75.

Deep warmth with velvety tone – the Chalklin MS18 Marimba Mallets are expertly designed for rich, resonant sound and soft articulation, making them ideal for expressive solo playing and lyrical ensemble passages. Featuring a 30mm soft core wrapped in premium yarn, the CMS18 mallets draw out the marimbaโ€™s low-end warmth and sustain, while the flexible rattan shafts provide excellent feel and rebound for nuanced dynamic control. Whether you’re performing solo repertoire, orchestral textures, or chamber music, the MS18 offers a beautifully mellow voice with refined response.

Key Features:

  • Head Size: 30mm โ€“ Larger soft core enhances warmth and low-end resonance

  • Head Type: Soft yarn wrapping โ€“ Produces a lush, velvety tone with minimal attack

  • Handle Material: Rattan โ€“ Natural flex and feel for smooth, expressive control

  • Sound Character: Warm and full โ€“ Ideal for lyrical passages and soft dynamics

  • Weight: Medium โ€“ Balanced for fluid motion and rich sound production

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

Availability: In stock
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Estimated Delivery Date 16/09/2025
 SKU: CMS18

Description

The CMS18 mallets offer a deep, resonant tone that lets the marimba singโ€”perfect for performers who prioritise expressiveness and warmth.

Sound & Feel:

  • Lush and Resonant โ€“ Soft yarn delivers warm tone with round attack

  • Smooth Rebound โ€“ Rattan shafts enhance control and ease of motion

  • Subtle and Expressive โ€“ Perfect for phrasing at soft to medium dynamic levels

Built for Musical Sensitivity:

  • Designed to bring out the full, mellow character of the marimba

  • Ideal for expressive solo work, orchestral playing, and chamber settings

  • Durable materials maintain sound quality and feel over time

Ideal For:

  • Marimbists performing lyrical solo or ensemble repertoire

  • Students developing expressive tone and dynamic control

  • Professionals seeking a warm, soft mallet for lower register playing

  • Educators looking for reliable mallets for expressive, controlled technique

Embrace the rich, expressive voice of your marimba with the Chalklin CMS18 โ€“ a soft mallet designed for warmth, subtlety, and musical depth.

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