Sonor SMART Series ASX 1-1 Alto Xylophone Pao Rosa Bars

The SONOR SMART Series ASX 1-1 Alto Xylophone combines the award-winning innovations of the SMART Series with the warm, expressive sound of FSC®-certified Pao Rosa wood bars. Designed for elementary music classrooms, Orff ensembles, and music educators, this premium alto xylophone delivers outstanding resonance, exceptional craftsmanship, and thoughtful features that make teaching and classroom management easier than ever.

As the middle voice of the Orff instrumentarium, the alto xylophone provides harmony, accompaniment, and rhythmic support while blending beautifully with soprano and bass instruments. The ASX 1-1 offers the rich tone of natural hardwood together with the innovative classroom-friendly design that defines the SMART Series.

Award-Winning SMART Series Innovation

Developed through extensive acoustical research, every SMART Series instrument features individually engineered resonance chambers that maximize projection while minimizing unwanted resonance. An integrated riser creates a more comfortable playing angle for students, and the lightweight construction makes transporting and storing instruments simple.

• Award-winning SMART Series engineering
• Individual resonance chambers for every note
• Focused tone with balanced projection
• Integrated riser for improved student ergonomics
• Lightweight construction for easy classroom mobility

Warm, Natural Sound with FSC® Pao Rosa Bars

The ASX 1-1 features premium FSC®-certified Pao Rosa wood bars that produce the warm, rich tone many music educators prefer for Orff ensembles. Precision tuned to A=440, these sustainably sourced bars provide outstanding intonation, expressive musicality, and exceptional resonance.

• FSC®-certified Pao Rosa wood bars
• Warm, natural xylophone tone
• Precision tuned to A=440 concert pitch
• Excellent resonance and sustain
• Sustainably harvested materials

Smarter Storage and Classroom Organization

The SMART Series helps solve common classroom challenges with a stackable design that saves storage space and an integrated accessory garage that keeps accidental bars and mallets safely stored inside the instrument.

• Space-saving stackable construction
• Built-in accessory garage
• Storage for accidental bars and mallets
• Ideal for classrooms with limited storage
• Easy transport between classrooms and performances

Innovative Pin System

SONOR's redesigned mounting system uses shatter-resistant interlocking pins that secure every bar beneath the playing surface. This innovative design keeps bars firmly in place during transport while allowing quick removal whenever needed.

• Shatter-resistant mounting pins
• Secure interlocking pin strip
• No exposed pins above the bars
• Quick bar removal and replacement
• Built for years of dependable classroom use

Specifications

• Model: ASX 1-1
• Series: SONOR SMART Series
• Type: Alto Xylophone
• Range: C1–A2
• 16 FSC® Pao Rosa wood bars
• Includes F#1, Bb1, and F#2 accidental bars
• Precision tuned to A=440
• Bar dimensions: 30 × 15 mm
• Dimensions: 25" L × 15.25" W × 4.75" H
• Weight: 11.75 lbs.
• Includes one pair of SONOR SCH 23 mallets

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Why Buy from Teton Music?

For more than 25 years, Teton Music has helped music educators build exceptional Orff instrument collections with authentic SONOR products. We proudly offer educator discounts, school purchase orders, district quotes, and knowledgeable customer service to help you choose the right instruments for your classroom.