Adams Alpha Series Parsifal Bells
Inspired by vintage instruments of the 1920s, the Alpha Glockenspiel is the new modern standard. The 1.25” high-grade steel Round Top bars sparkle with an unparalleled timbre and gorgeous bright nickel-plated steel resonators project the instrument clearly through every ensemble.
Specifications Alpha Glockenspiel
Keyboard: High-Grade Steel Parsifal Bars
Bar width: 48 - 40 mm
Range: 3.3 octaves (C5 – E8)
Tuning: A = 442 Hz
Length: 120 cm
Low end: 55 cm
High End: 31 cm
Height: Adjustable 81-96.5 cm
Damper: Patent-pending reversible damper system with stacked accidentals
Frame: Adams Apex
Resonators: Nickel-plated steel
Rails & end pieces: French oak in Espresso
Accessories: Protective short cover, 1 pair mallets
Now featuring the Apex frame system and Alpha styling, the open rail system of the Adams Alpha Glockenspiel not only allows for the foot-operated damper system but also eliminates “case noise” that is normally produced by bells that are mounted in a box. The patent-pending reversible damper system allows the player to operate the pedal like a vibraphone (normal on / pedal down to release) or in a reverse position (pedal off / pedal down to dampen) depending on the musical necessity. Unique to this damper system, accidentals are still mounted in a normal stacked configuration, making the Adams glockenspiel the most playable and practical instrument available.