Yamaha Xylophone/Glockenspiel/Marimba Mallet – Medium Soft

Yamaha Xylophone/Marimba Mallet -MediumSoft (ME-104)

The Yamaha Xylophone/Marimba Mallet – MediumSoft (ME-104) is part of the Educational series, designed with students in mind. This mallet offers an optimal balance of weight and balance, making it ideal for younger players..

Designed especially for students, the Educational series provides an ideal combination of weight and balance perfectly suited for younger players. The hollow shafts are of flexible, durable FRP (Fibre Reinforced Plastic) with a non-slip Finish. Educational Series model suitable for Glockenspiel and Xylophone.

What Type Of Yamaha Mallet Suits You?

Brass

Brass heads are mainly for use on glockenspiels. When a bright, clear, metallic tone is desired, brass can be a perfect choice.

Ebonite with Brass Core (MR-840)

For use on glockenspiel only. This mallet has a large, heavy brass core for a strong sound that projects well.

Rosewood, Hytrel, Lexan, ABS

These extremely hard materials are excellent for use on glockenspiels and xylophones. A wide variety of sounds can be obtained depending on size and the material used. Yamahas wooden heads are of the finest Rosewood for a crisp decisive tone. Lexan produces a heavier, harder sound. ABS is lighter and bright. Hytrel has a soft, pure, well centered sound.

Hard Rubber

Rubber heads work well on a wide variety of instruments. They range from very hardwell suited for glockenspiels and xylophonesto softer heads which can be used on marimbas.

Yarn

Yarn wound heads produce a pleasingly mellow tone which is excellent for use on marimbas. These mallets are also effective for use on xylophones and vibraphones.

Cord

Harder than yarn, cord wound heads produce a brighter tone. Excellent for articulating passages with precision and clarity.

Other Yamaha Rubber MalletsAvailable:

• Yamaha Xylophone/Marimba Rubber Mallet- Soft (ME-105)
• Yamaha Xylophone/Marimba Rubber Mallet- Medium Soft (ME-104)
• Yamaha Glockenspiel/Xylophone Rubber Mallet – Medium Hard (ME-103)
• Yamaha Glockenspiel/Xylophone Rubber Mallet- Hard (ME-102)
• Yamaha Glockenspiel/Xylophone Rubber Mallet- Very Hard (ME-101)
• Yamaha Rubber Mallet – Dual Head (ME-10W)