Detail 01
Medium soft
Pulls back the initial click and lets more of the bar's pitch come through. Quieter and rounder than a hard mallet.
Product detailSKU #1274228076745
Innovative PercussionOrchestral Series Medium Soft Xylophone White Ball Black Tape
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-soft xylophone mallets with a tape-wrapped ball head. For players who want the bar to sing rather than crack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Xylophone parts that need pitch clarity without a harsh click
- Lyrical or moderate-dynamic passages in a section
- Players who find hard xylophone mallets too abrasive
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud outdoor or marching work where you need maximum cut
- Rapid articulate passages that demand a hard, precise attack
- Anyone wanting a single pair to cover every keyboard instrument
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
Ball head
Rounded contact area, so small angle errors on the bar still produce a consistent sound.
Detail 03
Black tape wrap
Tape tightens the head surface and adds a defined edge to the attack that an untaped ball lacks.
Detail 04
Orchestral Series
Voiced for blend inside an ensemble rather than raw volume.
Detail 05
$66.99 price
Above the entry tier — you are paying for a more specific voicing, not a general-purpose mallet.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mallets only — no case, bag, or mallet holder included
- 02Tape wraps fray with heavy use and are a wear item
- 03Check the listed quantity if you need a matched pair
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on marimba too?
They are voiced for xylophone bars. On marimba a xylophone mallet tends to sound thin and can be hard on the bars, so use a marimba-specific mallet there.
02Why medium soft for xylophone?
Xylophone bars already produce a sharp attack. A medium-soft head takes the edge off and lets the pitch read clearly instead of just the impact.
03What is the tape for?
The wrap changes the surface of the head. It firms up the contact and gives the attack a defined edge while the softer core keeps the tone from turning harsh.
04Are these loud enough for concert band?
For moderate dynamics inside a section, yes. If your part has to cut through a full ensemble at high volume, a harder mallet will project more.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
