Description
Video demonstrations
Introduction
The Alchemic Rainbow crystalophone is a premium Svaritanum instrument, combining a striking iridescent finish with the expressive freedom of a fully chromatic crystal harp. The coating gives the quartz resonators their spectacular rainbow appearance and adds high-frequency overtones for a brighter, more shimmering sound.
With three octaves and 38 notes, a patented note layout and pedal-controlled sustain, this advanced instrument brings together the musical possibilities of a vibraphone and the distinctive voice of a crystal harp. If you love the sound of quartz but want the freedom to explore a wider repertoire in any key, the Rainbow crystalophone is a beautiful choice.
Features
Patented layout, familiar playing patterns
The crystalophone puts original Svaritanum design ideas into practice. Its quartz resonators are arranged at an angle to one another, keeping the instrument compact and comfortable to play. Naturals and accidentals line up within easy reach in the central playing area, while the outer ends follow the familiar note arrangement of a marimba or vibraphone. Percussionists can use the patterns they already know without having to learn an entirely new layout.
Pedal-controlled sustain
The sustain pedal lets you shape the length of each note: allow the quartz tubes to ring freely, or damp them for clear articulation in faster passages. This control makes it possible to play quick compositions in any key using vibraphone techniques, while retaining the long, singing resonance of a crystal harp.
Different ways to play
Explore mallet playing, wet-hand playing and a range of extended techniques. Move between articulated melodies, sustained singing tones and overlapping harmonies to discover the expressive possibilities of quartz.
For ideas on musical moods and note patterns, explore our guide to scales and modes.
Compact design
The quartz tubes serve as both resonators and sound radiators, so the crystalophone does not need the separate resonator tubes found beneath a vibraphone. This keeps the design comparatively compact: one person can transport the instrument.
Alchemic Rainbow finish
The coloured coating turns the quartz tubes into a vivid visual feature and can help you distinguish notes while playing. Its additional high-frequency overtones give the sound a bright, shimmering character, complementing the natural resonance of quartz.
Reference pitch
Choose A4 = 432, 440 or 444 Hz to match your preferred reference pitch or the instruments you play alongside.
Specifications
| Notes | 38, chromatic |
|---|---|
| Note range | E4–F7 |
| Octaves | 3 |
| Material | Crystal quartz |
| Instrument weight, without stand | 7 kg |
| Weight with cases, without stand | 13 kg |
| Case 1 dimensions | 70 × 43 × 22 cm |
| Case 2 dimensions | 50 × 76 × 22 cm |
Notes
Who is it for?
The crystalophone is a natural choice for percussionists, pianists, handpan players, professional musicians and musicians working in sound therapy. Svaritanum crystalophones are already being played in orchestras and concert halls around the world.
What is included
Two cases and four mallets.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.