Best Drum & Percussion Mallets of 2025

"I was in search of affordable mallets for my percussion students and came across the Timber Drum Co mallets. The quality was immediately apparent; they arrived in a sturdy protective tube and had finished wooden handles that felt great in my hand. I've since recommended these to all my students because they truly are the best low-cost option on Amazon."

"When I ordered two different brands of mallets, I was blown away by the quality of these. The moment I held them, I thought of that scene in Harry Potter where he finds his wand—magical! They produced a beautiful sound on my handpan drum, especially compared to the other brand that felt cheap and flimsy. If you're looking for mallets, these are definitely the ones to get!"

"I was looking for a longer mallet that was well-crafted, and these are just perfect for my tongue drums. The rubber heads are springy and the wooden handles are smooth. I appreciate that they are made in the U.S. by a small business in Nashville, Tennessee. It's clear that they care about their product, and I’m happy to support them!"

"As a percussionist, I found these mallets to be exactly what I needed. My teacher recommended them, and I'm very pleased."

"My son loves these mallets! We actually bought another set after he broke one from rough play. Great quality overall!"

"Initially worried about a loose stick, but it held up fine. My daughter enjoys using them, and they seem good quality."

"I had been using mallets that were a combination drumstick/mallet, which were great for mallet work but felt awkward for traditional grip. These mallets are perfect in every sense. The feel and balance give me good control, and even though they are heavier because of the oak material, the slight contour in the shaft really makes a difference. I find them a bit harder than the medium hardness claimed, but they still attenuate notes well on cymbals and drum heads. For mallets, I play matched grip, and the short length and diameter add to my control during cymbal swells or tom patterns."

"I really appreciate the material used on these sticks. It's ideal for my Rav Vast drum, allowing me to play comfortably despite having arthritic hands. The wood is from Japan, and the top material resembles boiled wool. Most importantly, it won't scratch my precious drum."

"I bought these mallets for my tom toms and a floor drum, and I can say they work great! They are well made and provide an excellent quality for the price. I love how they feel in my hands."

"I found these mallets to be great quality. My student uses them all the time and has had zero problems."

"I really appreciate how sturdy and unique these mallets are. They look beautiful, but I expected a bit more bounce back for my tongue drum. Still, they're a great addition."

"I bought these mallets for my daughter who had to use a poor-quality pair from school. She told me that a classmate with a good pair performed better, so I couldn’t let her continue using something subpar."

"I bought these for my daughter's glockenspiel, and she says they work well!"

"I thought the stick would be longer, but they are nice."

"These sticks are a great fit for my sister's antique xylophone, and I found them on Amazon!"

"As a percussionist parent, I needed more diverse mallets for my daughter’s glockenspiel. After searching several options, I’m thrilled with this set. They are extremely durable and produce terrific sound. I wholeheartedly recommend this listing, it’s the best!"

"My son is really enjoying this collection of sticks for band. The carrying case is a fantastic feature that helps prevent loss."

"I wanted to provide my grandkids with some basic drumsticks since they share one electronic drum pad. I decided on this VIXXNOXX set which includes everything they need. The quality is good enough for beginners, and they love using the mallets on their drum pad and xylophone!"

"I find this drumstick to be nice and inexpensive, with a firm yet soft tip that produces a great tone on my drums. I painted the handles for a smoother feel, but honestly, they’re fine as they are."

"I purchased these sticks to create volume swells on my cymbals, and they work exceptionally well for that."

"I needed mallets for our soccer supporter group, and I found these. They work well for what I need, and the price is right."

"I only use them for touchdowns, so I expect they will last a while. They are sturdy and attractive with a nice ball on the end. My puppy chewed the wooden mallet that came with the gong, but overall, a good purchase."

"For my middle school band that marches in just one parade, I wanted something inexpensive, so I bought these. However, they are very cheaply made and dented easily after just one use."

"My sons are in drumline and play Marimba. We wore out the mallets from our bell kit, but these are perfect replacements. They are sturdy and sound great!"

"I had low expectations for the cheapest mallets on Amazon, but I was pleasantly surprised. These are great!"

"I got these mallets for my glockenspiel, hoping for a mellower tone. While they are serviceable, I found the sticks to feel a bit rough and cheap, and the tone isn’t quite what I wanted."

"I have different mallets that I tried using on my wooden tongue drum, but the tones from the drum just wouldn't shine. When I tried these mallets, my drum finally started singing! I'm very happy! For $10, I thought this was a great bargain! They are well made, sturdy, and the length is perfect for my needs. I have nothing negative to say about these mallets."

"I bought a set of these mallets because the sticks that came with my tongue drum were short with soft rubber heads that didn't do the drum justice. This purchase made a world of difference. I’m even getting a second set so I can play with two sticks in each hand. They are well balanced and have the perfect hardness for my 12” tongue drum. It’s great that I can strike softly or use the full length of the stick to make it ring out."

"I purchased these mallets for my Kosmosky steel drum to achieve a stronger impact than the felt mallets that came with it. These mallets are fantastic! The wood feels extremely high-quality and solid. I love the long handle, which provides excellent control and reach. I'm also thrilled to support an American-owned company that values local manufacturing. These mallets have exceeded my expectations and are a wonderful addition to my instrument setup!"