- West African melodic percussion
- Refreshing natural sound
- Playing mallets included
Pro balafon 20-note
$1,500.00
In stock
Available
Description
A balafon is a traditional West African percussion instrument with wooden keys, gourd resonators, and characteristic buzzing sound created by a membrane-covered hole in the gourds. Its keys are often made from specific woods like béné or goni. Produces warm, deep, and resonant tones with a unique, slightly shimmering or buzzing quality. Tuned to the pentatonic scale. Can be played in a variety of ways, including solo, in ensembles of multiple balafons, or with other percussion instruments.
Two rubber tipped playing mallets are provided with each instrument.
Tuned to Key of D minor
Pentatonic scale
Additional information
| Weight | 30 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 55 × 24 × 23 in |
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | Mali |
| BALAFON SIZE | 8 Note |
| INSTRUMENT TYPE | Balafon |
