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ProMark SPYR SM1 Marimba Mallets – Very Soft

£56.59

ProMark SPYR SM1 Marimba Mallets โ€“ Very Soft are specifically designed to produce a lush, resonant sound in the lowest register of the marimba. Featuring a large, very soft synthetic rubber core wrapped in durable yarn, these mallets bring out the full warmth and depth of the instrumentโ€™s bottom octaves. A slightly thicker birch handle provides improved balance and a comfortable grip, making the SM1 an excellent choice for ensemble and solo settings where dark, legato tone is essential.

Key Features:

  • Head: Very Soft โ€“ Perfect for rich, mellow tone in the lower register of the marimba

  • Core: Large Soft Rubber โ€“ Maximises resonance and warmth without sacrificing control

  • Handle: Birch โ€“ Slightly thicker design improves overall balance and durability

  • Wrap Material: Synthetic Yarn โ€“ Long-lasting wrap ensures consistent performance

  • Length: 16.5″ โ€“ Comfortable length for both two- and four-mallet playing styles

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 10/09/2025
 SKU: SM1

Description

ProMarkโ€™s SPYR Series is trusted by percussion educators and performers alike for its consistency, craftsmanship, and musical versatility. The SM1 stands out as the ideal very soft mallet for the marimbaโ€™s lower range โ€“ delivering warmth, presence, and expressive control with every stroke.

Sound & Feel:

  • Deep and Lush โ€“ Large, soft core enhances resonance and low-end presence

  • Smooth and Balanced โ€“ Thicker handle ensures better control and comfort during extended passages

  • Warm and Expressive โ€“ Ideal for lyrical playing and soft dynamic ranges

Built to Last:

  • Durable synthetic yarn wrap resists wear and provides a consistent tone over time

  • Strong birch handles offer shock absorption, balance, and reliability

  • Crafted in the USA with ProMarkโ€™s commitment to quality and attention to detail

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists seeking a true very soft mallet for the lower marimba range

  • Ensemble players and soloists needing warmth and resonance without excess attack

  • Students and professionals who value comfort and tonal depth in soft mallets

  • Repertoire requiring legato articulation and subtle dynamic shading

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.

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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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