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BD7 specific
Sized to that mallet's head. Covers from or for other models will not seat correctly.
Product detailSKU #1274115062244
Vic FirthRe-Cover Kit For BD7 Bass Mallet (Pair)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement covers for a pair of BD7 marching bass mallets. For a player whose mallet heads are worn but whose shafts are still good.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Refreshing worn BD7 mallets instead of replacing them
- Bass lines keeping a spare set of covers on hand
- Anyone who plays enough to wear covers down each season
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players whose mallet shafts are cracked or bent
- Anyone with mallets other than the BD7
- Players who want a different weight or head size
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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Sold as a pair
Covers both mallets at once, so the two hands stay matched in feel and attack.
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Re-cover, not replacement mallets
You reuse your existing shafts and cores. No new mallets in the box.
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Roughly a third of new mallet cost
Worth it when only the covering has gone. Buy new mallets if the shafts are damaged.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mallets are not included. This is covers only.
- 02Confirm your mallets are BD7 before ordering.
- 03Fitting takes some effort. Set aside time before a rehearsal, not during one.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I get mallets with this?
No. This is the covering material for a pair of BD7 mallets you already own.
02Will these fit my other bass mallets?
They are cut for the BD7. Other models differ in head size and shape, so fit is not reliable.
03How do I know when to re-cover?
When the covering is torn, flattened, or worn through and the attack starts sounding harsh or uneven between hands.
04Is it cheaper than buying new mallets?
Yes, meaningfully. Re-covering makes sense as long as the shafts and cores are still sound.
