Robert Van Sice Signature Marimba Mallets

Respected internationally as a soloist, teacher and masterclass instructor, Robert Van Sice designed this series of yarn would marimba mallets with an exclusive hand-wrapping technique that virtually eliminates the sound of bar contact. A special interlocking stitch pattern maintains the integrity of the head. With extra long maple handles for read and leverage. In pairs. L = 17"

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M111
Very soft. For a warm, round sound that is perfect for low register chorales.

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M112
Soft. Produces a broad sound with tremendous projections that is dark, but not muffled.

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M113
Medium soft. A general mallet that covers the lower four octaves of the marimba.

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M114
Medium. The most popular model in the series, this mallet covers the entire range of the marimba and produces a singing sound that is full of life.

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M115
Medium hard. Bright, but not to the point of "xylophone-like" brilliance.

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M116
Hard. When extreme cutting power and a sharp edge are required.

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