The Alpha Series family of instruments represents the state of the art in modern instrument design. The high sweeping arc of the resonators, rich wood stain finish and polished aluminum name plate all merge seamlessly to form a visual and aural statement in modern design. Only the finest aged Honduras Rosewood is considered for the keyboard. Each bar is then tuned via the Alpha Tuning Method that ensures not only the perfect fundamental note but the perfect harmonic structure throughout the upper register. Each instrument is available in a choice of resonator color and choice of rail and end piece for an instrument as individual as you are.
- Alpha Tuning system creates the most in-tune, open, and resonant keyboard available
- Adams Select Honduras Rosewood available in 5.0 and 4.3 Octaves
- The lower register of the keyboard is tuned through an incredible sixth overtone
- Voyager Frame easily adjusts to the player’s height
- Choose the style of your marimba with options of Graphite, Whitewash, and Walnut wooden framework and Satin Gold, Black, and Desert Resonator Finishes
- Resonator Tubes below A2 feature individual tuning control, allowing fine adjustments for changes in humidity or temperature
- Resonators feature welded construction, and are suspended from the frame on rubber isolation mounts, eliminating the possibility of any mechanical noise or vibration
- Soft Bag sets and flight cases are available for protection during transport (purchased separately)
Flowing Design. Tonal Perfection.
Alpha Series keyboards feature tuning advancements that further enhance the sound of the instruments, notably making the upper registers sound more open and resonant. Using a proprietary computer assisted method, Adams is the only company producing bars meticulously precision tuned though an incredible sixth overtone in the lower register. This exclusive tuning process gives our keyboards the most stable pitch and evenness of sound available, and allows Adams complete control over all aspects of the marimba's sound.
The most resonant wood on the planet
Honduras Rosewood, a very unique wood with unparalleled sound qualities grows in the heart of Central America. The beauty of its resonance can even be heard on a raw-cut piece of wood Honduras Rosewood, which is also known for its hardness and durability.
These typical characteristics makes it the best and most valuable wood available for crafting mallet instruments.
Nine colour combinations
Alpha instruments feature a dramatic addition to Adams frame design. Adams collaborated with Kessels Granger Design Works to create the newly contoured rails, end pieces, and resonators, available in different color and stain combinations.
Three solid oak rail finishes: Graphite, Walnut, and White Wash
Three powder coated resonator finishes: Black, Desert, and Satin Gold
MAHA50 Marimba specification
- Range: 5.0 oct. C2-C7
- Bars: Honduras Rosewood 72-40 mm
- Pitch A: 442 Hz.
- Frame: Voyager
- Length: 255 cm
- Low end: 106 cm
- High end: 50 cm
- Height adjustment: 88-108 cm
Options
Three solid oak rail finishes: Graphite, Walnut, and White Wash
Three powder coated resonator finishes: Black, Desert, and Satin Gold