Adams Alpha Series 5oct Rosewood Marimba with Apex Frame

Adams Alpha Series 5oct Rosewood Marimba with Apex Frame is a flagship concert instrument crafted for the highest levels of musical performance. Featuring meticulously selected Honduras rosewood bars and Adams’ most advanced Apex Frame. This marimba combines rich, resonant tone with unparalleled portability and ergonomic control. Built for concert halls, conservatories, and touring professionals, it is the definitive choice for serious marimbists.

Materials and Build Quality

Spanning a full 5-octave range (C2–C7), this marimba is fitted with hand-selected, aged Honduras rosewood bars, each precision-tuned and voiced by expert craftsmen. The rosewood’s dense grain structure and tonal warmth produce a lush, harmonically complex sound that resonates with clarity and projection across all registers. Adams uses proprietary techniques to ensure stability, resonance, and tonal uniformity from bass to treble.

The Apex Frame is engineered for maximum strength and flexibility without sacrificing portability. Constructed from lightweight, reinforced aluminum. It features pneumatic height adjustment for player comfort, oversized locking casters for secure mobility, and a sleek, modern design that enhances stage presence. The Apex Frame’s design reduces vibrations and provides rock-solid stability, even under dynamic performance conditions.

Performance and Use Case

Ideal for soloists, university departments, orchestras, and touring ensembles, this 5-octave marimba offers the complete tonal range required for both classical and contemporary repertoire. Its rosewood bars produce an expressive, organic tone suitable for lyrical passages and powerful ensemble lines alike. Whether in rehearsal, recording, or performance, the Apex Frame ensures efficient setup and reliable playability on any stage.

Key Features

• 5-octave range (C2–C7)
• Premium Honduras rosewood tone bars for rich, warm sound
• Individually tuned and voiced for professional performance
• Apex Frame with pneumatic height adjustment and locking casters
• Ideal for conservatories, soloists, and professional ensembles

More Information

Browse our full selection of concert marimbas in the Marimbas section.

Visit the Adams official website for detailed specifications: www.adams-music.com

Conclusion

The Adams Alpha Series 5oct Rosewood Marimba with Apex Frame is the pinnacle of performance marimbas—combining handcrafted tone bars with elite frame technology. Designed for demanding performers who require tone, range, and mobility, it’s a true investment in long-term musical excellence.