General Marimba Mallets for Full-keyboard Playing
Internationally renowned soloist and educator Robert van Sice has teamed with legendary company Vic Firth for his signature line of keyboard mallets. The resulting M114 pair sports medium heads wrapped in yarn ideal for a balanced playing experience across the entire register of a full-size marimba. Chords and passages instantly spring to life with a single stroke, delivering warm, woody tones with plenty of resonance. Each pair utilizes sturdy maple handles for the perfect balance of bounce and long-lasting performance, with enough versatility to deliver professional results in indoor and outdoor settings. And since each pair is expertly manufactured and matched for consistency, you can rest easy knowing your first pair will look, sound, and feel as good as the last. If you want great marimba mallets at a great price, Sweetwater's got plenty of Vic Firth products to browse.
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Robert van Sice: marimba maestro
Known for his pioneering efforts in modern marimba performance, Robert van Sice has premiered numerous pieces by contemporary composers and captivated audiences, all the while elevating the marimba into the realm of a serious, credible solo instrument. Robert also uplifts his students with his thorough marimba pedagogy at the Yale School of Music, the Peabody Conservatory of Music, and the Curtis Institute of Music. Sweetwater is proud to offer a variety of Robert van Sice signature products.
Vic Firth Robert van Sice Keyboard Mallets Features:
- Medium marimba mallets designed in collaboration with educator and soloist Robert van Sice
- Yarn wrapping produces a warm, resonant sound
- Sturdy maple handle delivers an excellent response
