Detail 01
Very soft head
Draws out fundamental tone and suppresses attack. Notes bloom rather than speak instantly.
Product detailSKU #1274115062397
Vic FirthRound Head Keyboard Mallets Very Soft
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Very soft round-head mallets for keyboard percussion. For marimba and vibraphone players who need warm low-end without attack noise.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marimba passages in the low register needing fundamental, not click
- Sustained rolls where stick noise would be audible
- Ensemble parts that must blend under winds or strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Xylophone and glockenspiel, where hard mallets are required
- Fast articulate passages needing clear note definition
- Drumset or hand-percussion 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
Round head shape
Consistent contact regardless of stroke angle, so tone stays even across the bar.
Detail 03
Sold as keyboard mallets
Designed for tuned bars. Using them on drums or cymbals wastes them and damages the wrap.
Detail 04
Softness rating within a graded series
Very soft is the warm end. Medium and hard versions exist for brighter, more articulate needs.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as a pair. Four-mallet playing needs two pairs
- 02Soft heads wear and fray with heavy playing. Not for hard striking
- 03Too soft for xylophone or bells. Check your part before ordering
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on a xylophone?
No. Very soft mallets produce almost no attack on xylophone bars. That instrument needs hard rubber or plastic mallets to speak properly.
02How many mallets come in the package?
A pair. Buy two packages for four-mallet technique.
03Are these right for low marimba?
Yes. Very soft heads are the standard choice for the low register, where they bring out fundamental pitch instead of bar noise.
04Can I use these on a vibraphone?
Yes, for warm sustained passages and rolls. For clearly articulated melodic lines you will want a medium or harder mallet.
