Detail 01
1 3/4 inch head (Large)
Widest of the three sizes. More mass and contact area, so a fuller, louder strike with less risk of a thin click.
Product detailSKU #1274228070246
Vic FirthChime Mallets Large
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Large-head chime mallets for orchestra bells tubular chimes. For percussionists who need a dedicated chime mallet rather than a general-purpose stick.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert and orchestral players striking tubular chimes
- Pit percussion where chimes appear a few times per show
- Church or school ensembles adding a chime part
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drumset players — this is a single-purpose keyboard mallet
- Marimba or vibraphone work, where the head is far too hard
- Anyone wanting quiet practice volume on chimes
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.
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Also offered in 1 1/2 inch (Medium)
Step down if the large head feels too heavy or you want more articulation on softer passages.
Detail 03
Also offered in 1 1/4 inch (Small)
Lightest option. Easier control for fast entrances and quieter dynamics.
Detail 04
Chime-specific design
Meant for the striking cap of tubular chimes, not for bar instruments or drums.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Chimes, stand and damper pedal are separate — this is the mallet only
- 02Confirm your part's dynamic; large heads bias loud
- 03Many players keep a second size for softer passages
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between the small, medium and large?
Head diameter: 1 1/4, 1 1/2 and 1 3/4 inches. Bigger heads hit louder and fuller; smaller heads are lighter and easier to control at fast or quiet moments.
02Can I use these on a marimba or vibraphone?
No. Chime mallets are built for the metal cap of tubular chimes. On wood or aluminum bars they are too hard and can damage the instrument.
03Which size should a school program buy first?
The large covers most concert-band chime writing, which is usually loud and sustained. Add a medium later if you play softer parts.
04Is this a pair or one mallet?
Chime parts are typically played with one mallet in hand, so check the quantity at checkout before ordering for a full section.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsOther
- Small
- 1 1/4 inch head
- Large
- 1 3/4 inch head
- Medium
- 1 1/2 inch head
