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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