Mallets Buying Guide
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mallet is a hammer, which is used as a tool for various domestic and commercial applications. They are usually made of wood and come with a large head. Mallets have a massive range of applications, and can also be used with
sports, and even as toys. Other common materials used include rubber, steel, plastic, and copper.
Mallets as Musical Instruments
Mallets are drum sticks that are used to strike musical instruments such as
unwrapped, and is available in various shapes including round, oval, acorn, and barrel. Nylon, acrylic, kelon, and rubber are some of the materials with which the head of these mallets are designed. You can choose a pair or single piece based on the type of instrument you opt to use them.
Different Types of Mallets
Mallets are widely used as tools, and they are available in a comprehensive range. Different types of mallets available include;
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bamboo shafts and are small when compared to normal mallets. They produce high frequency sharp and fine tunes.
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2B Drum Mallets:They are made from a dense wood that has little flex and produces more sound.
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Glockenspiel Mallet:These mallets generally made from wood and have wooden handles that give you the utmost comfort to use them.
Manufacturers
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Vic Firth
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MIKE BALTER
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Promark
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Alfred Publishing
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Zildjian
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Yamaha
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