L.A. Percussion Rentals

Balafon

Balafon

(Balaphone, Balifon, Balafo, African Xylophone, African Marimba, Gyril)

Mfg. by Unknown

From Kenya. Notes are approx C#3 (+45c), Eb3 (-30c), E3 (+44c), F#3 (+35c), Ab3 (+5c), Bb3 (+15c), C#4 (-45c), Eb4 (+20c).

Price/Day
$45
  • Kenyan Balafon demo

    Quick demo of Kenyan balafon. Note that mallet choice can widely affect timbre.

Please note: these are just examples, as playing technique and mallet/stick choices often have a great effect on the timbre.

These sound excerpts, to the best of our knowledge (unless otherwise noted), include this actual instrument from our collection. To hear the instrument yourself, or to let us know of any errors, please contact us.