Name: Vater Timpani Mallets with Straight Shaft - Medium-Soft
SKU: VMT3
Price: 34.1 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Vater Timpani Mallets with Straight Shaft – Medium-Soft

Original price was: £37.89.Current price is: £34.10.

Vater Timpani Mallets with Straight Shaft – Medium-Soft – VMT3 are crafted for timpanists seeking a smooth, round tone with just the right amount of articulation. Featuring a medium-soft felt head and a straight hickory shaft, the VMT3 provides excellent balance, warmth, and control across a wide dynamic range. The straight shaft design offers a traditional feel and consistent response, making this mallet ideal for general playing in orchestral, wind ensemble, and educational settings.

Key Features:

Head Type: Medium-Soft Felt – Delivers warm tone with gentle articulation
Head Shape: Rounded – Promotes consistent tone and balanced contact
Handle Material: Hickory – Strong and responsive for confident control
Shaft Style: Straight – Provides traditional feel with even weight distribution
Length: 14 5/8″ – Standard length for comfortable handling and reach
Weight: Medium – Well-balanced for expressive and rhythmic playing
Finish: Natural – Smooth surface for a secure, comfortable grip

Availability: Available to order

Estimated Delivery Date 14/09/2025

SKU: VMT3

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Description

The VMT3 is a versatile option for performers who want clarity without sacrificing warmth. The medium-soft head responds beautifully to both light and moderate strokes, making it a reliable choice for both melodic lines and rhythmic figures. Its straight hickory shaft gives players a familiar feel, offering solid rebound and control that’s perfect for ensemble or solo use.

Sound & Feel:

Warm and Balanced – Medium-soft head provides blend and moderate articulation
Consistent and Smooth – Straight shaft offers steady rebound and feel
Expressive and Versatile – Rounded head shape ensures tonal clarity and control

Built to Last:

Durable felt maintains shape and tonal consistency over time
Premium hickory shaft offers long-lasting strength and reliability
Expertly constructed with Vater’s commitment to precision and quality

Ideal For:

Concert and orchestral timpanists needing warmth with subtle attack
Students developing a broad dynamic and expressive range
Ensemble players seeking a reliable, all-purpose timpani mallet
Professionals requiring a dependable mallet for general performance use

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 £250 and others start from just £3.59. 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.

More Delivery & Return Information

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.