Bamboo Timpani Mallets

Bamboo Timpani Mallets
MODELS
(L to R)

TMB-1 General, TMB-2 Staccato, TMB-3 Ultra Staccato, TMB-4 Cartwheel, TMB-5 Hard General

Artist's Choice™ Bamboo Timpani Mallets feature high-quality, hand-lathed, bamboo handles. 

A strict quality-control process assures that only straight, premium bamboo shafts are chosen from each batch of bamboo. The "hand-select" shafts are then custom-lathed and finished using an exclusive 10-step process. This process provides a unique moisture seal which results in a superior, smooth feel. Our custom-finish further prevents the bamboo from drying out which deters warping and splitting, and increases the overall life of the shaft.

Finally, the shafts are hand-paired to insure proper balance and consistent diameters. Quality German & American wool felts (see model descriptions below) are hand-sewn over wooden cores to provide a full tone with minimal contact sound.

Our Bamboo Timpani Mallets are very high quality for the truly discriminating timpanist.

Grover Artist's Choice bamboo timpani mallets are excellent! They produce a full and rich sound,unlike most bamboo handles.
Raynor Carroll, Timpanist - Los Angeles Philharmonic

The stix are great...perfect for what I need.
John Tafoya, Timpanist - National Symphony Orchestra

I have to tell you that I finally just stopped using my other mallets. The Artist's Choice series is great, and covers EVERYTHING!
Michelle Humphreys, Baltimore Opera Company

Your TMB-3’s are a favorite of mine for recording!
Laurence Reese, Timpanist - New Zealand Symphony


Holmes Timpani Mallets

Bamboo Timpani Mallets

Designed by world class timpanist Rick Holmes!

 

For years, our Holmes Artist's ChoiceTM Timpani Mallets have been used by top professionals and serious students. The replaceable felt ball meant that mallets could quickly be renewed without having to sew or ship back for recovering.

These fine timpani mallets are now better than ever! Each pair of Holmes Artist's ChoiceT Timpani Mallets now comes standard with two sets of weighted washers. The interchangeable threaded washers will allow discriminating timpanists a choice in selecting the weighting and balance of each pair of mallets. Changing from aluminum to brass will transform your Artist's Choice mallets into a significantly heavier mallet that produces a noticeably darker sonority from any timpani.

The standard aluminum washers weigh in at 2.5 grams each and are perfect for light to general playing. Enclosed with each pair is a second set of brass washers that weigh in at 9 grams each, which are perfect for the "heavier" literature such as Brahms, Wagner, Mahler, etc. In addition, the changing of weights changes the balance and center of gravity of the mallets, helping to promote sonic color change.

While there have been other "weight adjustable" timpani mallets in the past, none, until now, have accomplished changes in weight at the apex of the stroke arc. By doing so, the weighting of each pair of Holmes Artist's Choice mallets significantly enhances transitional timbral changes. We can talk all day about the advantages to these mallets, but you really have to play them for yourself to really appreciate the advantages of the dual-weighting.


Artist's Choice mallets are my only choice!
 John Tafoya, National Symphony Orchestra


Timpani Mallet Models:

TM-1 / TMB-1 (General) This general purpose mallet produces the fullest, most natural sonority from timpani.
(Replacement Ball RB-1)
TM-2 / TMB-2 (
Staccato) The staccato mallet is a degree harder than the General. This mallet produces a clear, yet full, articulate sonority.
(Replacement Ball RB-2)
TM-3 / TMB-3 (
Ultra-Staccato) This mallet produces, (with the exception of wood), the most articulate sound possible on timpani. Also great for multi-percussion playing.
(Replacement Ball RB-3)
TM-4 / TMB-4 (
Cartwheel) Our softest mallet, the cartwheel produces the fullest possible timpani sonority with minimal contact sound.
(Replacement Ball RB-4)
TM-5 / TMB-5 (
Hard General) Similar to the "General" in weight and feel, this mallet is designed to produce a distinctively articulate, big sound.
(Replacement Ball RB-5)
TM-6 (
Wood) A specialty mallet used for the most articulate passages. Useful for authentic baroque playing.

 

 

 

Unwound Keyboard Mallets

Grover Pro Percussion offers four models of Orchestral Xylo / Glock mallets & 5 models of Solo Glockenspiel mallets designed for the discriminating mallet player. Each model features high quality rattan handles, carefully matched according to both diameter and resilience.

Orchestral Xylo / Glock
* High-tech unbreakable polymer heads
* Enhanced fundamental series
* 14" long rattan handles

Orchestral Xylo / Glock

M1 (1" hard PVC)
Xylo: Articulate 
  Glock: Full Spectrum

M2 (1 1/8" hard PVC)
Xylo: Full / Cutting  
  Glock: Huge Sound

M3 (1" Medium Poly) Great on Wood Blocks!
Xylo: Lite Sonority    
Glock: Soft Celesta

M4 (1 1/8" Medium Poly)
Xylo: Focused / Blend  
  Glock: Soft Celesta


Solo Glockenspiel
* Shortened handles maximize speed and control
* Enhanced high frequency response
* 13" long rattan handles

Solo Glockenspiel

M5 (5/8" aluminum-oval) Light / extreme brilliance

M6 (5/8" brass-round) Heavy / extreme brilliance

M7 (7/8" black phenolic) "Petite" / light & fast
Great on Crotales!

M8 (1" black phenolic) Very bright / fast cutting

M9 (1 1/8" black phenolic) Fat / full brilliance


Solo Xylo Fat Heads "Fat Head" Solo Mallets
Grover Pro Percussion also offers three models of Fat Head Solo Xylo & Solo Marimba mallets. Fat Heads feature a unique oval shaped head which produces provides an increased surface area for fuller sonority while eliminating excess weight for better control. Our Solo Xylo Series features 14" long rattan handles, while our Solo Marimba Series features 16" extra-long polished birch handles.

Solo Xylo Fat Heads 

M11 Hard Rubber: Staccato / Cutting
M12 Medium Rubber: Full range / Articulation
M13 Soft Rubber: Blend

Solo Marimba Fat Heads

M31 Hard Marimba
M32 Medium Marimba, Great Practice Mallet!
M33
Soft Marimba


Bass Drum Mallets

Bass Drum Mallets

MODELS (T to B)
BDM-1B General, BDM-2B Staccato, BDM-3B Ultra Staccato

Our brand new Artist's Choice™ Bamboo Bass Drum Mallets feature the same high quality, hand-lathed, bamboo handles as our Bamboo Timpani Mallets (see above). Unlike other bass drum handles, our lighter bamboo shafts provide greater leverage for the player, resulting in a more focused sonority and enhanced "bottom end." Meticulously sewn German felts, combined with the highest quality Asian bamboo shafts, are sure to make this new bass drum mallet the professional's choice!

BDM-1
Pictured:
BDM-1 General, BDM-2 Staccato, BDM-3 Ultra-Staccato

Our traditional Maple Bass Drum Mallets feature an elliptical weighted head, sewn with the finest German felt. An extra long New England Maple shaft provides a solid feel with exceptional balance. These mallets are durable and produce a round, focused bass drum sonority.

Bass Drum Mallet Models:

BDM-1 / BDM-1B (General) This general purpose mallet produces the fullest, most natural sonority from bass drums.
BDM-2 / BDM-2B (Staccato) The staccato mallet is a degree harder than the General. This mallet produces a full, yet clear, articulate sonority.
BDM-3
/ BDM-3B (Ultra-Staccato) This mallet produces the most articulate sound on bass drums.


Gong Beaters

Gong Beaters

Yarn wound in marimba mallet style, these beaters have a specially weighted hard rubber, radial core to pull the fundamental tones from gongs and tam tams. Solid New England hardwood handles, with a smooth satin finish, are a comfortable length to reach the optimum beating spot.

TT-1: (Blue / Large) For large tam-tams (32” & larger).
TT-2: (Red / Medium General) For all gongs and tam-tams (up to 36”).
TT-3: (Green / Hard General) For extra articulation on all gongs and tam-tams.

Chime Mallets

Chime Mallets These are the first chime mallets specifically designed for percussionists! The unbreakable head features a hard and soft side. Extra weight produces a true fundamental sonority. A custom made hardwood handle gives exceptional feel and balance. Far superior to the rawhide chime mallet.

Model PM-3: (Medium) 1.5” head, 130 grams.
Model PM-4: (Large) 1.75” head, 185 grams.

 


Mallet Accessories

The Grover Malletpak

The Grover MalletpakDesigned for the active percussionist, the Malletpak is equipped with an adjustable shoulder strap and carry handle for easy transport. Made of water resistant, tear-proof cordura, it is padded to protect your expensive mallets. A large exterior zippered pocket will hold triangles, clips, and castanets.

The Malletpak will hold a large assortment of beaters including timpani, bass drum, and up to twenty pair of marimba mallets. Two internal loops allow you to hang your Malletpak from any mallet instrument or drum, making all your mallets and sticks accessible while you play. Ideal for quick stick changes. (Model MP)


Stikcaps®

Stikcaps

Convert your drumsticks into combination sticks with STIKCAPS and in a flip you'll have a pair of soft mallets that sound great on tom-toms, cymbals, and timpani. STIKCAPS use no adhesives, can be put on or taken off in seconds, and are extremely light weight. Any stick can now become a combination stick/mallets.

SC-R: Small size fits up to 9/16" diameter.
SC-B: Large size fits sticks greater than 9/16" diameter.