Tom Gauger Series Bass Drum Mallets

Tom Gauger developed his line of mallets during his 35+ year career with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras and as an educator at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. Each product was developed on the job and for the job, designed to solve a technical problem or achieve a desired sound.

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TG01 General
Perfect for all purpose playing. Articulate, but not too hard.
Head = 2 3/4", L = 16 3/16"

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TG02 Legato
Special felt core produces subtle, dark sounds with good articulation.
Head = 3", L = 16 3/16"

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TG03 Molto
Unique oval design provides weight for fullness of sound at all dynamic levels.
Head = 2 3.4", L = 16 1/2"

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TG04 Rollers
Rolling mallets with felt cores offer plenty of weight for a full sound. Sold in pairs.
Head = 2 1/2", L = 15 3/4"

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TG06 Fortissimo
Designed for the Verdi Requiem, an ideal mallet for maximum volume.
Head = 2 13/16", L = 16 3/8"

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TG07 Ultra Staccato
With a wood core and chamois cover for maximum clarity.
Head = 2 11/32", L = 16 1/8"

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TG08 Staccato
Medium head for a full but articulate sound
Head = 2 3/14", L = 16 3/16"

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TG21 Chamois/Wood
This chamois/wood mallet is a must for The Rite of Spring. Sold in pairs.
Head = 1 1/2" and 1 3/8", L = 15 1/4"
 

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TG26 Double End
Designed for one handed rolls.
Head = 2 3/4", L = 15 1/2"
 

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