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Tenor Stick 1 ／ Multi Tenor Mallets
The Vater MV-TS1N is a hickory drumstick for marching percussion, listed by Vater as the Tenor Stick 1. It is .681″ (17.3 mm) in diameter and 16.142″ (410 mm) long. Vater lists 1 drummer playing it.
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| Diameter | .681″ (17.3 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.142″ (410 mm) |
| Wood / material | Hickory |
| Tip shape | — |
| Tip material | Nylon |
| Taper | — |
| Finish | Regular Lacquer |
| Weight | ≈70g est. |
| Category | Marching |
| Series | Multi Tenor Mallets |
| Signature model | — |
| Model number (SKU) | MV-TS1N |
| Brand | Vater |
Drummers the maker itself lists as playing this model. Each name links to that drummer's own page.
The default choice, and for good reason: enough weight and give to soak up shock, so less buzz reaches your hands, plus it holds up well. Start here if you're not sure.
A family-run maker in Holbrook, Massachusetts. It traces back to a Boston drum shop and launched as its own brand in 1991. Notable for how deep the model range runs.
For marching bands. Built thick, long and heavy for outdoor volume, which usually makes them far too much stick for a drum set.