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ProMark Jim Wunderlich “System Blue” Vibraphone Mallets – Medium Hard

£72.00

ProMark Jim Wunderlich “System Blue” Vibraphone Mallets โ€“ Medium Hardย are designed for vibraphonists seeking a perfect blend of clarity and warmth. Created in collaboration with acclaimed percussionist Jim Wunderlich, these mallets feature medium-hard rubber cores wrapped in resilient synthetic yarn, delivering a focused yet mellow sound ideal for both melodic phrasing and rhythmic precision. With their responsive rattan handles, the JW8R mallets offer excellent control and dynamic range, making them a versatile choice for concert, marching, and indoor percussion settings.

Key Features:

  • Head Type: Medium Hard Synthetic Yarn-Wrapped โ€“ Provides a warm yet articulate tone

  • Core Material: Medium Hard Rubber โ€“ Balances attack with tonal richness and durability

  • Handle Material: Rattan โ€“ Offers natural flexibility and rebound for expressive control

  • Length: Approximately 16 1/2โ€ณ โ€“ Designed for comfortable reach and handling

  • Weight: Medium โ€“ Supports dynamic playing without fatigue

  • Series: System Blue by Jim Wunderlich โ€“ Engineered for precision and versatility

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 10/09/2025
 SKU: JW8R

Description

The JW8R mallets are ideal for vibraphone players who need a versatile mallet capable of delivering both clear articulation and rich tonal color. The medium-hard core provides enough firmness for crisp attacks while allowing enough softness to create warm, musical phrases. Rattan handles enhance tactile feedback and control, helping players execute nuanced dynamics and phrasing with ease. Perfect for both indoor ensembles and marching groups, these mallets offer balanced performance across a variety of musical contexts.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Clear โ€“ Medium-hard heads produce a focused, musical tone

  • Responsive and Balanced โ€“ Rattan handles provide natural rebound and control

  • Versatile and Expressive โ€“ Suitable for melodic lines and rhythmic accuracy

Built to Last:

  • Durable synthetic yarn wrapping resists wear and fraying

  • Robust medium-hard rubber cores maintain shape and consistency

  • Crafted with ProMarkโ€™s quality standards and Jim Wunderlichโ€™s expert input

Ideal For:

  • Vibraphonists requiring a balance of warmth and articulation

  • Marching and concert percussionists seeking versatile mallets

  • Students and professionals needing a reliable mallet for dynamic performance

  • Music educators looking for mallets that support varied playing styles

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 ยฃ250 and others start from just ยฃ3.59. 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.

At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)

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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