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Hard phenolic head
Dense plastic. Strong attack, lots of fundamental cut, very little softness — brightest common mallet material.
Product detailSKU #1274115062255
Vic FirthM6 / M7 Hard Phenolic Keyboard Mallets 1-1/8 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard phenolic mallets with 1-1/8 in. heads, for xylophone and bell work where you want attack and projection rather than warmth.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Xylophone and glockenspiel parts needing clear articulation
- Concert band and orchestral players covering bright keyboard parts
- Students building a first mallet set alongside softer options
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Marimba, especially low bars — hard heads risk denting
- Vibraphone players wanting sustain and warmth
- Anyone needing a quiet mallet for small rooms
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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1-1/8 in. head diameter
Larger contact patch than small bell mallets, so more body under the attack without losing clarity.
Detail 03
M6 / M7 model pair
Two related models in the same family, differing in weight and shaft feel rather than head material.
Detail 04
Mallet, not drumstick
Meant for tuned bars and bells. Not for drumheads or cymbals.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Hard mallets can damage synthetic marimba and vibe bars — check your instrument first
- 02Sold as mallets only, no bag or case
- 03Most players need a softer pair too for the same repertoire
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use these on marimba?
Not recommended. Hard phenolic on rosewood or synthetic marimba bars can dent the bar and produces a harsh, clacky sound. Use yarn or rubber instead.
02What is the difference between M6 and M7?
They are companion models in the same hard phenolic family. The distinction is in shaft and weight, not head material — both give the same bright attack.
03Are these good for glockenspiel?
Yes. Hard heads suit bell parts where you want the note to cut through an ensemble.
04Do I get a pair?
Mallets are sold as pairs. If you need four-mallet coverage, order two sets.
