Having a 4.3-octave practice marimba at home is a great advantage for the intermediate or advanced percussionist. That said, there aren’t many rental options for 4.3-octave marimbas. Here are some of the 4.3 practice marimbas available and where you might locate them.
Designed by Brett Fuguate, the 443-tuned Fuguate 4.3-octave practice marimba is made in the US. It utilizes padauk bars with a glossy enamel finish. The graduated bars range from 1-1/2″ to 2-3/4″ wide. It doesn’t include resonators which helps reduce the construction and shipping costs, thus providing a lower rental price. Designed with beginner, intermediate and even advanced players in mind. You’ll find the Fugate 4.3-octave marimba for rent in the Dallas-Fort Worth area at Texas Marimbas.
The Adams MSPA43 Soloist 4.3-Octave Marimba is a top-notch practice marimba with graduate padauk bars ranging in width from 1.6 to 2.3 inches. It utilizes welded resonators to create rich tones and a solid Apex frame for effortless transportation and quick height adjustments. The Adams Soloist is a great practice marimba for intermediate and advanced percussionists. It is available at MarimbaRentals.com, ByHerndon Music, Rocco Z Music and Brian J Harris rentals.