Sonor Palisono TAKX 200 Tenor-Alto Xylophone Chromatic Add-On

Expand your SONOR Palisono xylophone into a fully chromatic instrument with the TAKX 200 Chromatic Add-On. Designed specifically for the SONOR Palisono Tenor-Alto Xylophone, this companion resonator box adds seven chromatic notes, allowing students to perform more advanced repertoire, explore additional key signatures, and develop stronger music reading and improvisation skills.

Whether you're introducing accidentals for the first time or preparing students for more challenging Orff arrangements, the TAKX 200 provides a seamless way to expand your classroom instrument without replacing your existing xylophone.

Why Music Teachers Choose the TAKX 200

Many elementary music classrooms begin with diatonic instruments because they make early success easier. As students gain confidence, however, chromatic notes become essential for performing a wider variety of songs and classroom literature. The TAKX 200 Chromatic Add-On gives teachers the flexibility to expand their ensemble while maintaining the outstanding tone and durability of the SONOR Palisono Series.

• Expands the SONOR Palisono Tenor-Alto Xylophone into a chromatic instrument
• Makes additional keys, harmonies, and classroom repertoire possible
• Designed to match the tone and resonance of the original instrument
• Dedicated storage space for the F# and Bb bars from the diatonic instrument
• Excellent for growing Orff Schulwerk programs and advancing music literacy

Why Choose Palisono Fiberglass Bars?

SONOR's exclusive Palisono fiberglass bars are engineered to deliver a musical response remarkably similar to traditional rosewood while offering greater environmental stability. Unlike wood, fiberglass is not hygroscopic, meaning changes in humidity and temperature have little effect on tuning. This makes Palisono instruments an outstanding choice for schools in humid climates or classrooms where environmental conditions fluctuate throughout the year.

• Resonance comparable to premium rosewood bars
• Outstanding tuning stability in changing climates
• Overtone tuned to A440 for exceptional musical accuracy
• Highly durable for everyday classroom use
• Excellent choice for long-term school ownership

Educational Benefits

Adding chromatic notes allows students to move beyond the limitations of the C major scale while strengthening their understanding of accidentals, key signatures, harmony, and composition. Chromatic add-ons also allow teachers to perform a much broader range of classroom literature without purchasing an entirely new instrument.

• Expanded classroom repertoire
• Introduction to chromatic notes and accidentals
• Improved music reading
• Harmony and composition activities
• Improvisation exercises
• Advanced Orff ensemble performance
• Elementary and intermediate music education

Included Chromatic Bars

The TAKX 200 includes seven fiberglass chromatic bars:

• C#1
• D#1
• G#1
• C#2
• D#2
• G#2
• C#3

The resonator box also provides convenient storage for the two F# bars and Bb bar from your matching diatonic xylophone.

Specifications

• Model: TAKX 200
• Series: SONOR Palisono
• Chromatic add-on for SONOR Palisono Tenor-Alto Xylophone
• Seven overtone-tuned fiberglass bars
• Precision tuned to A440
• Dedicated storage for F# and Bb bars
• Fiberglass bars with excellent tuning stability
• Mallets not included

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Why Buy from Teton Music?

Since 1999, Teton Music has helped music educators build exceptional Orff classrooms with premium SONOR instruments, expert guidance, educator discounts, and school purchase order support. As an authorized SONOR dealer, we're here to help you select the right instruments for your students, classroom, and long-term program goals.