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The Global Beat Alto Xylophone with Fiberglass Bars is a high-quality instrument designed for classroom use. Constructed with basswood resonator boxes and maple outer and inner plies, this xylophone produces delightful tones with excellent projection and sustain. Its 16 fiberglass bars are arranged in the C major scale and include F# and Bb bars, covering a full range from C1 to A2. Notes are stamped in the middle of each bar and inside the resonator box for easy recognition.

Fiberglass Bars Provide Durable, Resonant Tones

The fiberglass bars give this xylophone a voice that inspires students and withstands heavy use. Fiberglass transmits vibrations efficiently, producing a resonant, singing tone. It is also highly durable, resisting warping, cracking and breaking even with frequent playing. Students can pound away on these bars, experimenting and learning, without fear of damage.

Birch Plywood Resonator Amplifies Sound

The birch plywood resonator box enhances the fiberglass bars' resonant tones through amplification and sustain. Its dense, durable construction prevents sound absorption and efficiently transmits vibrations. The result is a xylophone with exceptional projection that can fill a classroom. Notes ring out clearly, even when many students are playing at once.

Full Range of Notes Covers C Major Scale

With 16 bars covering C1 to A2, this xylophone offers students a full range to explore tonality, scales and simple songs. The C major scale is a perfect introduction for beginners, while the F# and Bb bars add opportunities for improvisation and more complex pieces. Students gain a solid understanding of note names, positions and the relationships between notes.

Note Names Stamped for Quick Learning

Note names are stamped prominently on the middle of each fiberglass bar and inside the resonator box, allowing students to easily identify each note. This simple labeling system helps beginners associate note names with positions and commit the C major scale to memory. Students gain confidence as they master the basics of music theory and reading notation.

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