Gallery
Description
Features
Specs
Reviews
Q&A

collapse expand iconDescription

The Malletech XB4.0 Becker 4.0-Octave Widebar Soloist xylophone is an updated version of the "Artist Special." The XB4.0 has been designed with the professional in mind and features extra-wide, round-end rosewood bars and tunable brass resonators.

Players will appreciate that the solid oak honey finish frame's easy setup and break down. The adjustable height frame will make the instrument comfortable to play in any number situations.
Malletech XB4.0 Becker 4.0-Octave Widebar Soloist Xylophone Height Adjustable

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Easy to set up and break down
  • Light weight
  • Thrilling, clear sound
  • Different tunings
  • Beautiful to look at

collapse expand iconSpecs

Bars
  • Graduated from 1-5/8" wide x 1" thick to 2-1/2" wide by 1" thick
Range
  • 4 octaves, 49 notes, C-C
Pitch
  • A=442 standard, other tuning options available
Height
  • 34-5/8" to top of naturals, 36" overall; adjustable up to 8" higher
Width
  • 34" low end, 14" high end
Length
  • 78-1/8"
Weight
  • Approximately 138 pounds
End boards
  • 1-3/4" thick solid oak and 1-1/4" brass tubes
Bar rails
  • 3/4" thick by 3" high solid oak
Bracing
  • 1/4" thick solid brass
Hardware
  • Stainless steel bar posts and fasteners
Resonators
  • Brass tubes ranging from 1-1/4" diameter to 2-3/4" diameter
Finish
  • Honey Oak stain is standard, other finishes available at extra charge
Keyboard
  • Select Honduran rosewood, air-dried for a minimum of 5 years, then kiln-dried.