Encourages tonal experimentation. Since it might be desirable to have as many different kinds of sounds as possible, many start out, if budgets permit, with one instrument in each category. Metal instruments tend to overshadow wood instruments in tonal volume and this, therefore, might be a consideration in doubling on xylophones and cutting back on metallophones. A Bass Xylophone is strongly recommended as an early choice. Sub-Contra and Contra Bars make excellent Timpani Drum replacements because of their truer pitch and richer tone.
Budgetary considerations are also an important factor and thus influence choices to purchase.
We will always be pleased to help in any possible way. Remember, financial considerations often compel building a complete instrumentarium to take more than one year to complete . This is why buying top quality guaranteed instruments is so all important so that the original instruments will remain in perfect condition through the years and thus match perfectly with new additions.