Top 10 Best timpani mallet in 2026

Main highlights

• •TENNESSEE SMALL BUSINESS: we're a small team specializing in high quality percussion instruments and mallets using the best materials possible; our wood shop is in Nashville, Tennessee, and your choice supports American jobs
• •WHY IT MATTERS: we don't just simply "source" products from overseas factories and put our logo on it; controlling design and production in-house lets us focus on first-class construction to make professional, highly intentional, long-lasting instruments
• •GENERAL USE MALLETS: these medium hardness mallets are for general purpose use from timpani to cymbal swells to drum set; great for covering multiple instruments or to have in your drumstick bag when the moment calls for mallets
• •HEAD MATERIAL: long-lasting felt with medium hardness; the density creates a resonant attack on timpani while drawing out overtones, makes for smooth cymbal swells, and has a soft but powerful sound on toms
• •HANDLE MATERIAL: made from solid birch with thickness, length, and weight dialed-in for outstanding balance and feel; these durable handles have a smooth finish, rounded tips, and an elegant stained finish
• •RECOMMENDED FOR: timpanists, orchestral percussionists, drum set players (especially jazz applications), high school band members, students
• •SPECS: total length 15.25", head size 1.5" W x 1" H, handle diameter 0.5", each mallet weighs about 1.6 oz; sold in pairs
• •THE TAKEAWAY: buying these mallets supports an American company and Tennessee workers, and they’re a solid choice for all-around use from timpani to cymbal swells to drum set toms; for all ages and skill levels