This model is produced by the well known Percussion Plus factory and is part of a complete range of Classic Red Box products
Anything made by Percussion Plus is immediately identifiable through its bright red paint and due to the fact they are produced entirely in the UK in a bespoke, long standing facility
Here at Chamberlain Music we have been successfully selling Percussion Plus instruments for nearly 30 years
They are built well, have excellent tuning stability and last very well in the sometimes challenging environment of a busy school
This particular model is the alto diatonic instrument
It has 13 notes which are mounted on the solid timber frame
It also has an additional 2 x F# and 1 x Bb included so you can play in the keys of C, G and F major
The sound is consistent and resonant
It has more than enough power for occasional use in the school band but also works well in a classroom ensemble environment
The PP020 soprano chromatic half (see 'recommended accessory' portion of this web listing) is designed to fit with this model to create an entirely chromatic instrument
Note bars are mounted on a solid Poplar wood red framePercussion Plus alto metallophone with high quality steel notebarsIncludes 2 F# note bars and one Bb note bar
