Rhythm Outdoor Marimba

Rhythm Outdoor Marimba – Compact Percussive Instrument for Music & Movement

The Rhythm Outdoor Marimba brings the warm, earthy character of traditional African-inspired percussion to outdoor play spaces, without the maintenance demands of wood. Nine coated fiberglass bars tuned to C Major Pentatonic produce rich, resonant tones that get kids moving, dancing, and making music together.

Compact and expressive, Rhythm fits schools, playgrounds, parks, and community settings where sound, motion, and durability all matter. Pair it with the Melody metallophone to blend percussive depth with bright, sustaining tones.

Key Features

• Nine resonated bars tuned to the C Major Pentatonic scale
• Earthy, percussive tone that inspires rhythm and movement
• Compact footprint for tight or space-limited installations
• Resonated design for deeper sound projection
• Coated fiberglass bars deliver wood-like tone without upkeep
• Includes two mallets for shared or solo play

Why Schools & Community Spaces Choose This

• Gets kids active through movement-based music making
• Outlasts traditional wooden marimbas in outdoor settings
• Fits easily into smaller outdoor layouts
• Complements melodic instruments in ensemble settings
• Built for years of heavy use in high-traffic environments

Educational Benefits

• Builds rhythm, timing, and coordination
• Encourages physical movement and expressive play
• Supports creative improvisation and group interaction
• Reinforces cause-and-effect through percussive sound
• Grows confidence with intuitive, no-wrong-note tuning

Perfect For

• School playgrounds and outdoor classrooms
• Community parks and recreation areas
• Sensory gardens and inclusive play environments
• Music parks and sound trails

Specifications

• Instrument Type: Outdoor marimba
• Number of Notes: 9
• Scale / Key: C Major Pentatonic
• Tonal Quality: Earthy, percussive
• Bar Material: Coated fiberglass
• Resonated: Yes
• Mallets Included: Two black mallets, 80 durometer
• Overall Dimensions: 23 3/4"W × 40 7/8"H × 14 1/2"D (60 cm × 104 cm × 37 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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