After more
than two years of intense development, this exceptional collection of mallets
takes clear aim at the unique timbre possibilities that one is able to create
on the xylophone. The Christopher Lamb
Orchestral Series xylophone mallets are constructed with individually
engineered custom-molded cores with varying weights specific to each model,
strategically placed in either the top or center of the mallet head to create
optimum feel, balance, and sound. This
series allows the player to experience the colorful, comically clever side of
the xylophone’s character, as well as its cutting edge, powerhouse presence
required in a concert hall. Take time to
examine the wood on wood collection
(made with wooden cores) for an ever expanding point of view. Given the considerable magnitude of
orchestral repertoire, the countless solo materials written for xylophone,
along with the varieties of touch needed, these tools will help the player
craft his or her desired sound.
Features:
CL-X1: 1-1/16”
Rubber center-weighted core; Dark Grey; this medium
soft mallet has slightly more
presence than a standard Rubber mallet.
CL-X2: 1” Soft
Synthetic top-weighted core; Orange; this medium soft
mallet is light, fun and quick in the hands.
CL-X3: 1”
Hard Synthetic top-weighted core; Burgundy; this
medium hard mallet speaks quickly with a little more jump off the bar.
CL-X4: 1”
Nylon top-weighted core: Blue; this mallet has great
balance and moderate weight, could go up against any heavier model.
CL-X5: 1-1/8”
Nylon core; Purple; this medium weight mallet is versatile, dependable yet still stately
CL-X6: 1-1/8”
Nylon top-weighted core; Graphite; A Classic mallet that every serious
percussionist should have…perfect balance with power
The following mallets highlight the unique feel of playing
with wood cores directly on a xylophone
CL-X7: Medium
(32 x 20 mm) Wood disk core; a lighter disk
shaped Wood core with a lively response…light, yet focused
CL-X8: Large
(35 x 19 mm) Wood disk core; a sturdy medium
weight wood disk with great balance and weight
CL-X9: Barrel (30mm) Wood core; a very full chested
barrel shaped Wood core with a hearty feel that makes a statement…rich and deep