Chalklin MS5 Xylophone Mallets - Hard Rubber, 25mm (CMS5)

A bright, projecting xylophone pair with 25 mm hard rubber heads for crisp articulation that still carries body in the sound. The 360 × 6 mm shafts offer reach and control for orchestra, wind band, theatre pit, and education. Part of Chalklin's MS series, which spans multiple head materials and hardnesses for precise tone choices.

Key Features

• Hard rubber, 25 mm heads: clear, focused attack with lively presence

• 360 mm shaft / 6 mm diameter: balanced feel and accurate placement

• Sold as a pair: standard orchestral setup

• MS series coverage: also includes plastics, nylon, and Honduras rosewood options for broader color palettes

• Crafted to Chalklin's long-standing standards (est. 1971)

Why Choose the MS5

Pick the MS5 when you need definition that cuts through ensemble textures without sounding brittle. Ideal for rhythmic passages, two-mallet work, and ensemble parts where clarity and projection on xylophone are essential.

Specifications

• Model / Manufacturer code: MS5

• SKU (shop): CMS5

• Instrument: Xylophone

• Head type/material: Xylo, Hard Rubber

• Head diameter: 25 mm

• Shaft length: 360 mm

• Shaft diameter: 6 mm

• Pack: Pair

• Series note: MS range includes four 25 mm rubber grades, assorted plastics, and two Honduras rosewood sizes