Vic Firth · Concert and marching mallets
Vic Firth Corpsmaster MB1H Marching Bass Mallets
When to choose it
Choose the MB1H for a marching bass part on a drum within the documented 18- to 22-inch range when your line uses hard felt. Small describes the head size in this family. The hardness is specified independently, so this fits a different part from a small soft head.
The 22-inch size overlaps with the 22- to 26-inch MB2H range. For a 22-inch drum, compare the small and medium heads against the sound and equipment your line uses. Both use the same published 14¼-inch overall length, making head size the clearer distinction.
Specifications
- Brand
- Vic Firth
- Construction
- Felt head
- Playing task
- Concert and marching percussion
- Model
- MB1H
- Instrument
- 18–22 in marching bass drum
- Head size
- Small
- Head
- Hard white felt
- Handle
- Hickory
- Length
- 14.25 in
- Package
- One pair
- Amazon.com reference
- B0002DWX32
Fit and buying advice
Use the drum diameter and line’s hardness requirement before comparing mallet models.
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Documentation
Questions about this accessory
Can I choose the MB1H for a 24-inch drum?
The maker’s published range ends at 22 inches. Compare the MB2H for a 24-inch drum.
What is the distinction at 22 inches?
Both published ranges include 22 inches. Compare head size and the sound the part requires.
Does the word small mean a shorter handle?
Vic Firth lists a 14¼-inch overall length. Small refers to the felt head size.
