Yamaha Marimba 5-Octaves (YM5100A)

Featuring most of the same Keiko Abe inspired design statistics as the star studded YM6000 Concert Grand Marimba. 

The YM5100A Features the finest in traditional craftsmanship and the very latest in materials technology, all to give you a rich, glowing tone and perfect intonation. 

The YM5100A is really an instrument to be reconned with, its professionally spaced 5 octave range facilitate the performing of every work of modern repertory, even those at the very cutting edge of the develloping marimba playing style. 

With its Tuned Helmholtz resonators the low end of this instrument is both deep and brooding, ringing with tuned harmonics the sound simply has to be heard to be believed. 

The easy hight adjustment of the fame utilizes compressed gas spring support system and allows quick and easy height adjustment by a single person. 

The scope of adjustment available makes the YM5100A compatible with every players ergonomic needs. 

The frames have been superbly crafted of beautiful natural-finish wood and strong lightweight metal. They are designed to make transport as easy as possible and can be quickly dismantled and reassembled. The "one-piece" design resonators fold in the middle for easy packing or assembly. And the streamlined end pieces with 4 (100mm) casters permit smooth manoeuvring through doorways. 

Range: C-C4, 5 octaves 
Bars: Honduran rosewood 
Bar sizes: 72-41mm Wide, 24-20mm Thick 
Pitch: A=442Hz 
Resonators: Helmholz (C to F) 
Round cornered rectangle (F#-A#) 
Height adjustment: Gas spring support system 86-101cm 
Dimensions (WxD): 261x103cm 
Wight: 96kg 

Special educational prices apply to school customers - tel (01752) 313300 for details or click 'Request Quote' above.