Best Goldon Xylophone Model 11208 BW Alternatives

Based on 2 reviews

This is a fun instrument, no sharp notes and when I bought mine there was no model with sharp notes available. The sound is short but forceful, almost rhythmic and works very well for reinforcing hook and riffs both for acoustic and electric instrument. It has none of the bell like ring of the metallophone and while they may look like very similar instruments the sounds they produce inspires very different kinds of music. This instrument has more of a dark feel to it whereas the metallophone is bright and airy this is dark and damp. This is an instrument well suited for making interesting rhythmic backgrounds especially when used in combination with electric guitar.

Based on 1 reviews

This is a marvelous instrument. It is perfectly made. Its compact shape makes it very practical to store in the classroom. But you don't want to store it because it is beautiful. The tones are extremely melodious for a xylophone, with very little "wood" overtones. The only difficulty it creates in the classroom is that everyone wants to play it, which is a credit for the instrument, as children are very sensitive to beauty. It's well worth saving money to be able to add this item to your instrumentarium. I have two and hope to get more of them in due course.

Based on 4 reviews

This may look like a toy, but unlike the toy store xylophones this is actually a real instrument. Kids love the bright colours. The quality feels excellent, the tuning is accurate and the sound is bright and clear. I just wish there were a bit more sustain, it would make this even better. Recommended!