Sonor Global Beat MA GB Alto Metallophone

The SONOR Global Beat MA GB Alto Metallophone delivers the warm, balanced sound that forms the heart of a successful Orff ensemble. Featuring specially alloyed metal bars, a durable birch plywood resonator box, and precision tuning, this alto metallophone provides exceptional tone, reliable intonation, and the durability educators expect from SONOR.

Designed specifically for elementary music classrooms and Orff Schulwerk programs, the Global Beat Series combines professional sound quality with classroom-friendly construction, making it an excellent choice for schools building or expanding their Orff instrument collection.

Balanced Tone for Orff Ensembles

The alto metallophone bridges the bright sound of soprano instruments and the rich resonance of bass instruments, creating a full, balanced ensemble sound. Its specially alloyed bars produce warm sustain and accurate intonation, helping students develop listening skills, harmony, and ensemble performance.

• Warm, resonant alto voice for classroom ensembles
• Specially alloyed metal bars for rich tone
• Precision tuning for dependable intonation
• Excellent sustain and balanced projection
• Built for years of classroom instruction

Built for Everyday Classroom Use

Every Global Beat metallophone includes thoughtful features that simplify storage, organization, and daily teaching. The included accidental bar storage bag, labeled note positions, and durable retaining system help keep instruments organized while reducing classroom setup time.

• Exclusive storage bag for F#, Bb, F#2, and Bb2 bars
• Convenient mallet storage slot
• Note names printed on bars and inside resonator chambers
• Flexible retaining pins for easy bar changes
• Long-lasting fabric suspension cording
• Birch plywood resonator box with attractive maple veneer

Ideal for Elementary Music Programs

The Global Beat Alto Metallophone is an essential instrument for Orff Schulwerk classrooms, supporting melody, harmony, and accompaniment activities. It blends beautifully with soprano and bass xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels to create a complete classroom instrumentarium.

• Elementary music classrooms
• Orff Schulwerk instruction
• General music education
• Classroom ensembles
• Music literacy instruction
• School concerts and performances

Specifications

• Model: MA GB
• Series: SONOR Global Beat
• Type: Alto Metallophone
• Range: C1–A2
• 16 specially alloyed metal bars
• Includes removable F#1, Bb1, F#2, and Bb2 bars
• Fundamental tuning for warm, balanced tone
• Birch plywood resonator box with maple veneer
• Exclusive Global Beat accidental bar storage bag included
• Includes one pair of SONOR SCH 23 felt-headed mallets

Complete Your Global Beat Classroom

• Browse the complete SONOR Global Beat Series.
• Save with SONOR classroom bundles.
• Compare Global Beat, Primary, SMART, Palisono, and Meisterklasse.
• Learn how to build a balanced Orff instrument collection.
• See how alto instruments fit into a complete Orff ensemble.

Why Buy from Teton Music?

Since 1999, Teton Music has helped schools and music educators build exceptional music programs with authentic SONOR Orff instruments. We offer educator discounts, school purchase orders, district quotes, and personalized recommendations to help you choose the right instruments for your classroom.