Piper Outdoor Marimba

Piper Outdoor Marimba – Warm Percussive Rhythm Instrument for Collaborative Play

Bring warm, rhythmic percussion to your outdoor music space. The Piper Outdoor Marimba features eleven resonated fiberglass bars tuned to a C Major Pentatonic scale, so every note blends in harmony. Its earthy, island-inspired tone creates a beautiful contrast to brighter melodic instruments. That makes the Piper a natural rhythmic anchor for school playgrounds, community sound gardens, and outdoor music ensembles.

Pair it with the Merry metallophone for an ideal contrast: the Piper's warm percussion against the Merry's bright, lyrical voice.

Key Features

• Eleven resonated bars tuned to the C Major pentatonic scale
• Warm, earthy tones with a percussive sound profile
• Compact footprint for space-efficient installations
• Resonated design for greater tonal depth and projection
• Coated fiberglass bars built for long-term outdoor durability
• Two mallets included for solo or shared rhythmic play

Why Schools & Community Spaces Choose This…

• Sparks rhythmic exploration and improvisational play
• Complements brighter metallophones in ensemble setups
• Supports inclusive, no-experience-required music-making
• Built for high-traffic outdoor use
• Designed for collaborative play and cross-instrument interaction

Educational Benefits

• Develops rhythm, timing, and coordination
• Inspires creative expression through improvisation
• Builds ensemble awareness and group music skills
• Reinforces cause-and-effect through percussive response
• Grows confidence with intuitive, harmonious tuning

Perfect For

• School playgrounds and outdoor classrooms
• Community music parks and sound gardens
• Inclusive play environments and sensory spaces
• Public parks and recreation areas

Specifications

• Instrument Type: Outdoor marimba
• Number of Notes: 11
• Scale / Key: C Major pentatonic
• Tonal Quality: Warm, earthy, percussive
• Bar Material: Coated fiberglass
• Resonated: Yes
• Mallets Included: Two black mallets, 80 durometer
• Overall Dimensions: 28 7/8"W × 46 5/8"H × 25 3/16"D (73 cm × 118 cm × 64 cm)
• Finished Height: May vary based on mounting method, post style, and intended age group

Replacement Mallets: Standard/Inclusive Mallet, Black 80A w/30" Cable

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