Sonor SMART Series SSM 10 Soprano Metallophone

The SONOR SMART Series SSM 10 Soprano Metallophone combines innovative classroom design with premium SONOR craftsmanship. Featuring individually tuned aluminum bars, an acoustically optimized resonance chamber, integrated riser, and stackable cabinet design, it's an excellent choice for elementary music classrooms, Orff Schulwerk programs, and teachers who value both sound quality and efficient classroom storage.

Designed for today's music classroom, the SONOR SMART Series reimagines what Orff instruments can be.

The SMART Series was developed through extensive acoustical research to create instruments that sound better, store more efficiently, and make everyday teaching easier. From its innovative resonance chamber to its integrated accessory storage, every detail is designed with music educators in mind.

Why Teachers Choose the SMART Series

The SSM 10 Soprano Metallophone offers the warm harmonic support that metallophones bring to an Orff ensemble while introducing thoughtful design improvements that simplify setup, storage, transportation, and classroom organization.

• Produces a warm, sustained tone ideal for harmony and accompaniment
• Lightweight design is easy to transport between classrooms
• Integrated riser improves student playing position
• Stackable cabinet saves valuable classroom storage space
• Accessory garage stores accidental bars and mallets inside the instrument
• Excellent for Orff Schulwerk, elementary music, and ensemble instruction

SMART Series Innovation

Every SMART Series instrument features its own acoustically engineered resonance chamber beneath each individual bar. This unique construction produces a more focused tone while reducing unwanted resonance and improving clarity during classroom performance.

The redesigned mounting system uses durable, shatterproof pins that interlock beneath each sound bar rather than extending above it. This keeps every bar securely in place during transport and active classroom use while still allowing bars to be removed quickly whenever necessary.

Teachers also appreciate the integrated "Accessory Garage," which provides convenient storage for accidental bars and a pair of mallets directly inside the resonator box—helping classrooms stay organized and reducing lost accessories.

Educational Benefits

Soprano metallophones play an important role in an Orff ensemble by reinforcing harmony, borduns, ostinatos, and accompaniment patterns. Their sustained tone blends beautifully with xylophones and glockenspiels, helping students experience richer ensemble textures while developing listening skills and harmonic awareness.

• Harmony and accompaniment
• Bordun patterns
• Ostinatos
• Improvisation activities
• Ensemble balance
• Elementary music instruction
• Orff Schulwerk classrooms

Specifications

• 16 aluminum bars
• Range: C2–A3
• C-major scale with F#2, Bb2, and F#3 accidentals
• Precision tuned to A440
• Acoustically optimized resonance chamber
• Integrated riser
• Stackable SMART cabinet design
• Innovative accessory garage
• Shatterproof SMART mounting pin system
• Dimensions: 24" L × 13.75" W × 4.75" H
• Weight: 13.5 lbs.
• Includes one pair of SONOR SCH 23 mallets

Complete Your SONOR Classroom

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Why Buy from Teton Music?

Since 1999, Teton Music has helped music educators build exceptional classrooms with premium SONOR Orff instruments, educator pricing, school purchase orders, and personalized recommendations. As an authorized SONOR dealer, we're committed to helping schools choose instruments that inspire students for years to come.

• Authorized SONOR dealer
• Educator discounts available
• School purchase orders accepted
• Knowledgeable classroom recommendations
• Friendly customer service