At first sight, the visual energy of the Alpha Series captures your attention- the design’s flowing lines and uninterrupted curves draw you towards the instrument. After playing the keyboard for a few moments, the advances made possible by the Alpha Tuning method are apparent- the open, resonant, and full sound of the instrument sets a new benchmark for quality. The sound of the wide Alpha Xylophone Honduras Rosewood bars effortlessly fill the concert hall.
- Alpha Tuning method
- Non-graduated, wide, Quint Tuned Honduras Rosewood bars
- Octave range: 3.5 (F4-C8) and 4.0 (C4-C8)
- Voyager frame system
- Number of design upgrades by KesselsGranger DesignWorks
- 9 different color combinations
- Includes drop cover and 1 pair of XB6 mallets
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 xylophone’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
XAHA40 Xylophone specification
- Range: 4.0 oct. C4-C8
- Bars: Honduras Rosewood 48-40 mm
- Pitch A: 442 Hz.
- Frame: Voyager
- Length: 185 cm
- Low end: 78 cm
- High end: 50 cm
- Height adjustment: 80-100 cm
- Quint Tuning
Options
Three solid oak rail finishes: Graphite, Walnut, and White Wash
Three powder coated resonator finishes: Black, Desert, and Satin Gold