Description
Video demonstrations
Introduction
The Svaritanum chromatic crystalophone is a unique creation of our workshop: an advanced crystal harp with three octaves and 38 notes, a patented note layout and pedal-controlled sustain. Its distinctive quartz voice can transform a familiar melody, bringing together the musical possibilities of a vibraphone and the ringing resonance of a crystal harp.
If you love the sound of a crystal harp but want greater musical freedom, the crystalophone opens the way to a wider repertoire, from flowing improvisations to fast, intricate compositions in any key.
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.
Coloured resonators
At your request, the quartz tubes can be given coloured coatings to make the notes easier to identify while playing. See the Alchemic Rainbow crystalophone for our iridescent version.
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.
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