Robert Van Sice Signature Keyboard Vibraphone Mallets - Medium

The Vic Firth Robert Van Sice Signature Keyboard Vibraphone Mallets - Medium (VIC-M313) were developed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed percussionist and educator Robert Van Sice to provide exceptional balance, clarity, and tonal versatility. Featuring medium yarn-wrapped heads and flexible rattan shafts, these mallets deliver a focused attack with warm resonance, making them ideal for solo performance, chamber music, orchestral repertoire, and contemporary percussion literature. Designed to meet the demands of professional performers, the M313 offers outstanding consistency and expressive control across the full range of the vibraphone.

Specifications

• Brand: Vic Firth
• Artist Series: Robert Van Sice Signature
• Model: M313 Medium Vibraphone Mallets
• SKU: VIC-M313
• Instrument: Vibraphone
• Mallet Hardness: Medium
• Head Material: Yarn Wrapped
• Core Material: Rubber
• Shaft Material: Rattan
• Length: 16 1/4" (41.3 cm)
• Head Diameter: Approx. 1.50" (3.8 cm)

Key Features

• Designed with renowned percussionist Robert Van Sice for professional vibraphone performance.
• Medium yarn-wrapped heads provide an ideal balance of warmth, clarity, and articulation.
• Flexible rattan shafts deliver excellent control, rebound, and expressive response.
• Suitable for solo literature, chamber ensembles, orchestras, wind ensembles, and contemporary percussion.
• Produces consistent tone and dynamic sensitivity across the entire vibraphone range.
• Precision crafted by Vic Firth for dependable weight, balance, and long-lasting performance.

• UPC: 750795020543

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.