Encore NM2 Nanae Mimura Hard Marimba Mallets

Encore NM2 Nanae Mimura Hard Marimba Mallets are designed for brilliance, clarity, and articulation in the upper range of the marimba. Developed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed marimbist Nanae Mimura, these mallets offer a bright, focused sound ideal for solo repertoire, technical passages, and high-register playing that demands definition and projection.

Materials and Build Quality

The NM2 features a hard synthetic core wrapped in Encore’s durable custom yarn blend. The yarn is tightly woven to support bright attack and to withstand the rigors of frequent use. The mallets are mounted on high-quality birch shafts, offering a lightweight, responsive feel with excellent rebound. Each pair is matched by weight and tone to ensure consistent, professional-grade performance.

Performance and Use Case

Perfect for upper-octave solos, fast-moving melodic lines, and technically demanding music, the NM2 mallets provide a crisp and articulate voice that cuts through ensemble textures while maintaining musicality. Their hard core produces a clearly defined attack without sounding brittle, making them equally effective in contemporary solo works and as the top voice in a graduated mallet set. Whether you’re performing intricate repertoire or adding brilliance in a chamber setting, these mallets support clear phrasing and expressive energy.

Key Features

• Hard core for bright, articulate tone and fast response
• Custom yarn wrap enhances clarity and durability
• Birch shafts offer excellent control and balance
• Ideal for upper-register solos, technical passages, and ensemble clarity
• Part of the Nanae Mimura Signature Series

More Information

• Marimba Mallets
• Encore Mallets Official Website

Conclusion

The Encore NM2 Nanae Mimura Hard Marimba Mallets offer clarity, articulation, and brilliance—everything an advanced marimbist needs for expressive, high-register performance. Designed for precision and musical nuance, these mallets deliver a reliable, vibrant sound that brings technical and lyrical passages to life.