Chalklin Symphonic Rattan MS5 Xylophone – Rubber Hard 25mm

£40.29

Maximum articulation with bright, cutting tone – the Chalklin MS5 Xylophone Mallets are designed for players who need precise, hard-hitting clarity with minimal tonal compromise. Featuring a 25mm hard rubber head, the CMS5 mallets deliver a sharp, bright sound that projects effortlessly – ideal for glockenspiel, xylophone, and high-impact passages where articulation is key. With responsive rattan shafts, these mallets offer the control, rebound, and power needed for confident, energetic performance.

Key Features:

  • Head Size: 25mm – Hard rubber for crisp, focused articulation

  • Sound Character: Bright and cutting – Perfect for glockenspiel and upper-register xylophone work

  • Head Material: Rubber (Hard) – Provides maximum definition with minimal overtone smearing

  • Handle Material: Rattan – Flexible, resilient, and responsive in hand

  • Weight: Light-medium – Balanced for fast passages and clean attack

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK – Precision-matched for consistent feel and tone

Availability: In stock
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Estimated Delivery Date 19/08/2025
 SKU: CMS5

Description

From orchestral accents to virtuosic solos, the CMS5 delivers immediate response and standout clarity – making it a staple for players who require crisp execution.

Sound & Feel:

  • Sharp and Defined – Hard rubber head ensures maximum clarity in fast or loud passages

  • Fast and Controlled – Rattan shafts support quick movements and articulate phrasing

  • Focused Projection – Ideal for cutting through ensembles or dense textures

Built for High-Impact Playing:

  • Optimised for passages demanding speed, clarity, and presence

  • Designed to withstand rigorous playing while maintaining tonal precision

  • Excellent for modern repertoire and bright percussive colours

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists needing maximum articulation on xylophone or glockenspiel

  • Orchestral and ensemble players performing bright, defined melodic lines

  • Students developing clear technique and rhythmic precision

  • Professionals and educators seeking a durable, go-to mallet for sharp attack

Get the definition you need with the Chalklin CMS5 – a high-articulation mallet built for clarity, projection, and performance power.

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