Detail 01
Rattan shafts
Rattan flexes on impact. That whip softens the attack and eases rebound, but feel varies slightly stick to stick.
Product detailSKU #1274228076635
Innovative PercussionAA30 Rattan Mallets MEDIUM SOFT VIBRAPHONE / MARIMBA CORD RATTAN
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-soft cord-wrapped keyboard mallets on rattan shafts, for vibraphone and marimba players who need one general-purpose pair for concert and ensemble work.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert band and orchestra keyboard parts needing a middle-of-the-road stick
- Vibraphone players wanting warmth without losing note definition
- Marimba playing in the middle and upper range
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing hard, cutting articulation for marching or outdoor volume
- Low-register marimba work that calls for heavier, softer mallets
- Anyone wanting the stiffer, more consistent feel of birch shafts
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Cord wrap
Cord gives more attack definition than yarn at the same hardness, so notes speak clearly without sounding hard.
Detail 03
Medium soft
Sits toward the warm end of general use. Full tone at moderate volume, less pop when you dig in.
Detail 04
Rated for vibraphone and marimba
Safe on both metal and wood bars. One pair covers both instruments instead of buying separate sets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cord wrap frays with heavy playing; rewrapping or replacing is routine maintenance
- 02Rattan shafts can warp or snap if stored under weight or left in heat
- 03Medium soft is a starting point, not a full set — most players add a harder pair
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Rattan or birch shafts — which should I get?
Rattan flexes and gives a softer, springier stroke that many keyboard players prefer. Birch is stiffer and more uniform. This pair is rattan.
02Can I use these on marimba as well as vibes?
Yes. They are made for both. Cord wrap at medium soft is gentle enough for wood bars and articulate enough for metal.
03Are these too soft for concert band parts?
No. Medium soft carries in an ensemble at normal dynamics. If your part needs hard rhythmic cutting through winds, add a harder pair.
04How long does the cord last?
It depends on how hard you play and the bar material. Cord wears gradually at the strike point; loose or frayed wrap means it is time to replace or rewrap.
