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Africa Heartwood Project West African Xylophone - Bala with Gum Rubber Mallets – C Diatonic, 20-22 Blades, Professional Marimba from Mali, Handcrafted with Khadi Wood, Strong Frame - 46"x19"x8" Size

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  • HAND-CRAFTED IN MALI - This West African Bala (also known as a ball or balaphone) is hand-crafted in Africa by village cultural artisans supported by the non-profit Africa Heartwood Project. It is built and tuned to serve as a legitimate high-end, professional instrument.
  • PROFESSIONAL SOUND WITH HEPTONIC TUNING Featuring 20-22 hand-tuned Khadi wood keys, this African xylophone is tuned in C, with a major diatonic tonality. The accurate tuning of the Khadi blades is impressive, and the sound created with the buzzing gourds is enchanting and very loud. Khadi wood keys, hand-tuned, smoked to dry and seal, prevents pitch warping.
  • DURABLE FRAME AND PREMIUM CONSTRUCTION Constructed with a strong bamboo, hardwood, and sinew frame, this marimba instrument is designed for durability and transportability. Dimensions: 46" L x 19" W x 8" H, making it sturdy for performance yet portable for use on the go.
  • PAIR OF NATURAL GUM RUBBER MALLETS INCLUDED The bala includes a pair of natural gum rubber mallets to bring out the instrument's full tonal potential. Each instrument is cleaned, inspected, tuned, and played individually before shipment to ensure optimal sound quality.
  • SUPPORTING COMMUNITY AND TRADITION Our musical instruments are unique. All products of Africa HeartWood Project are hand-crafted in Africa by village cultural artisans. Each purchase contributes directly to Africa Heartwood Project, supporting the livelihoods of communities in Africa. This non-profit, run by passionate volunteers, fights poverty and promotes community development in West Africa. Your choice makes a difference, blending the joy of music with social impact.

Brand: Africa Heartwood Project


Color: Natural


Item dimensions L x W x H: 46 x 8 x 19 inches


Item Weight: 50 Pounds


Manufacturer: Africa Heartwood Project .org


Item Weight: 50 pounds


Product Dimensions: 46 x 8 x 19 inches


Item model number: BALAMD


Date First Available: August 12, 2010


Body Material: Wood


Color Name: Natural


Material Type: Hare wood keys


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If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Tuesday, Feb 10

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  • Beautiful, sounds great
Arrived quickly, great instrument at great price
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2024 by Stephen Maxwell

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