Detail 01
Rattan handle
Flexes slightly under load and rebounds off the bar. Helps rapid rolls, but the stick moves more than birch does.
Product detailSKU #1274228070304
Vic FirthPro Vibe Series Rattan Handle Keyboard Mallets 22 Green Cord Medium Hard
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Rattan-handled, green cord-wrapped keyboard mallet in a medium hard weight. For vibraphone players who want articulation with some handle give.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Vibraphone players who want clear note definition, not a thud
- Fast passages where handle rebound helps you recover
- Color-coded mallet bags — green marks the medium hard pair
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want a dark, soft attack on low bars
- Anyone who dislikes flex and wants a rigid handle
- Drum set or cymbal use of any kind
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-wrapped head
Cord over the core gives more articulation than bare yarn and lasts through repeated bar contact.
Detail 03
Medium hard
Weighted toward attack and note clarity. The initial strike reads clearly; the bar's sustain is less rounded than a soft mallet.
Detail 04
Green cord
Vic Firth codes hardness by cord color, so green identifies this weight at a glance in a full mallet bag.
Detail 05
Model 22
Series numbering. Reorder by the same number to keep a matched pair.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as mallets only — no bag, holder, or case
- 02Cord wrap frays with heavy use; treat heads as consumable
- 03Rattan flexes, so expect a different feel if you're coming from birch
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does medium hard sound like on vibes?
More attack and note definition than a soft mallet. You hear the strike clearly at the front of the note rather than a rounded, blended entry.
02Why is the cord green?
The cord color marks the hardness within the series. Green identifies this medium hard weight, which makes pairs easy to sort in a mallet bag.
03Rattan or birch?
Rattan gives slight flex and rebound off the bar. Birch is rigid and transmits your stroke directly. It comes down to whether you want the handle helping you or staying still.
04Do cord-wrapped heads wear out?
Yes. The wrap frays over time with regular playing, especially on hard passages. Heads are the wear item on any mallet.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Green
