Xylophone Mallets

But just as the xylophone is important to you, xylophone mallets are essential to the xylophone. A pair of quality xylophone mallets is what makes a good xylophone sound great.

Xylophone mallets are part of the xylophone set. Unlike the guitar, which you can strum with fingers or a pick, you can't play the xylophone without a good pair of xylophone mallets. You really can't expect to create a sound clear enough to be heard throughout an entire opera house by just striking the bars with your fingers now can you? Keep this in mind when buying your first xylophone. Our website features a wide range of different xylophone mallets. Take note there are different types of xylophone mallets. If you don't have much experience with xylophones we suggest you ask a knowledgeable friend or relative to help you pick the right xylophone mallets for your instrument. Certain xylophone mallets are used for specific types of music, and thus it pays to know this before purchasing one.

Here are some examples of xylophone mallets:

• Birch handle – Xylophone mallets with birch handles are very light weight and durable, giving it a firmer feel. This type of handle is the standard choice for contemporary xylophone and marimba artists.


• Fiberglass handle – The name gives it away. Xylophone mallets with fiberglass handles are extremely strong and durable—you could throw it into a wall and play Winter Wonderland on your xylophone afterwards. If you like to play outdoors, this one's for you.


• Rattan handle – Xylophone mallets with rattan handles offer optimum flexibility and perfect rebound. Many professionals prefer the rattan handle over any other type of xylophone mallet.