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Find the Best Marimba for You at Sweetwater


It can take time to decide which marimba fits you best. Sweetwater has detailed filters that can help you find the right marimba based on brand, series, price point, style, and more. If you want to know more about a specific marimba, head over to our YouTube channel to see your favorite gear in action, so you know what to expect when you get it.



Marimba Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


Many schools and symphonies who contact Sweetwater want to know what a marimba is and how much one costs. We'll break down each question beat by beat.



What is a marimba?


The marimba belongs to the idiophone family of keyboard percussion instruments, meaning the hardwood bars themselves produce sound acoustically when struck with yarn-covered mallets. The marimba is larger than a xylophone and speaks in a warmer, deeper, lower tone. It's a common ensemble instrument that can be found in orchestras, marching band pits, and percussion ensembles all over the world. You'll also see marimbas used in solo performances, either played with two or four mallets.



How much does a marimba cost?


Smaller marimbas at Sweetwater begin at around the $1,600 mark for 3-octave models (at the time of this writing) and can approach $20,000 for concert-grade 5-octave models. As with any instrument, costlier models tend to sport more premium features, including rolling frames, exotic padauk or cherry wood bars, and harmonically consonant brass or aluminum resonators.



What does a marimba sound like?


For a great example of the sonic possibilities of a marimba, check out Mart0zz's cover of the Legend of Zelda theme arranged for three players!



Sweetwater Makes Choosing Your Next Marimba Easy!


Sweetwater is your research destination for finding the best marimba for you. Check out our buying advice for drum & percussion or explore our vast library of drum & percussion demo videos on YouTube to see and hear today's most exciting marimbas in action! If you prefer personalized recommendations, our knowledgeable Sweetwater Sales Engineers can guide you to the marimba that's a perfect fit for you!

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Why shop Marimbas at Sweetwater.com?


With a massive selection of Marimbas, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Marimbas, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.