Vic Firth · Concert and marching mallets
Vic Firth American Custom T1 General Timpani Mallets
When to choose it
Choose the T1 as a general timpani mallet when a passage moves between sustained notes and articulated rhythms. The 1½-inch felt head gives you a reference to compare with a more specialized head for a particular passage. Use the score and the instrument maker’s advice when you need a specific grade of felt.
The maple shaft and 14½-inch overall length help you judge reach from your playing position. A felt multipurpose mallet for toms or cymbals solves a different problem. If the instrument is timpani, begin with a model made for that head and choose a more specialized option when the piece demands it.
Specifications
- Brand
- Vic Firth
- Construction
- Felt head
- Playing task
- Concert and marching percussion
- Model
- T1
- Instrument
- Timpani
- Head
- White felt, 1.5 in
- Handle
- Maple
- Length
- 14.5 in
- Package
- One pair
- Amazon.com reference
- B0002PZ3A0
Fit and buying advice
Confirm any specific hardness requirement in the part.
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Documentation
Questions about this accessory
Is 1½ inches the handle measurement?
It is the felt head size. The overall mallet length is 14½ inches.
Should I use a general model for every passage?
Start with the score. A passage with a specific articulation may call for a softer or harder head than your general mallet.
How can I compare reach without changing my playing position?
Compare overall length and the point where you normally hold the shaft. Use the same position on the timpani for the comparison.
