VIC FIRTH M440 ARTICULATE SERIES KEYBOARD - 7/8" PHENOLIC ROUND

Vic Firth M440 Articulate Series 7/8" Phenolic Round Mallets with Rattan Handles

The Vic Firth M440 Articulate Series Mallets are crafted for musicians who require delicate precision and articulate clarity on glockenspiel and other high-pitched percussion instruments. Featuring a 7/8" phenolic round core mounted on a flexible rattan handle, these mallets are the smallest and lightest in the phenolic series, perfect for refined, expressive passages. With their classic round shape, the M440 mallets provide a balanced, natural feel, producing a bright and resonant tone suited to nuanced performances.

• Compare to former model, Vic Firth Orchestral M142

Features

• 7/8" Round Phenolic Core: Designed for a clear, bright sound with excellent articulation, ideal for high-pitched percussion.
• Rattan Handle: Offers a flexible and comfortable grip, allowing for smooth control and responsive play.
• Classic Round Shape: Ensures a balanced response and fuller sound, with a natural feel for intricate performances.
• Lightest Phenolic Model: The smallest and lightest in the phenolic series, perfect for delicate, articulate passages.

Benefits

• Precision and Clarity: The phenolic core provides articulate, clear tones that are ideal for intricate and detailed glockenspiel work.
• Comfortable Control: The rattan handle offers a natural, responsive feel, making it easy to handle subtle dynamics and expressive passages.
• Lightweight Design: As the lightest phenolic mallet in the series, it’s well-suited for delicate playing and nuanced performances.
• Reliable Vic Firth Quality: Made by Vic Firth, a trusted name in percussion, ensuring high standards of durability and performance.

About Vic Firth

Founded in 1963, Vic Firth is a world-renowned brand and industry leader in the design and production of drumsticks, mallets, and percussion accessories. Founded by legendary percussionist Vic Firth, former principal timpanist of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the company was built on a foundation of innovation, precision, and uncompromising quality.

Today, Vic Firth products are trusted by drummers and percussionists across every genre — from students and educators to the world’s top touring and orchestral professionals. With a reputation for superior consistency, comfort, and tone, Vic Firth continues to set the global standard in stick and mallet design.