Detail 01
Hollow shaft counterweights
They are designed to assist rebound from the drumhead for clearer articulation.

Independent shopping perspective
Built for 16–18 inch marching bass drums, the Chavez Arsenal 1 uses a lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum shaft with an ergonomic hand shape. Counterweights sit inside the hollow shaft to help the mallet return from the drumhead, supporting clear articulation while working through marching parts. The title identifies this version with a 1.75 inch head.


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Detail 01
They are designed to assist rebound from the drumhead for clearer articulation.
Detail 02
The lightweight shaft is shaped for a comfortable hold.
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Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It is designed for 16–18 inch bass drums.
The hollow shaft contains counterweights intended to help the mallet rebound from the drumhead.
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