Adams Percussion MAHL50 5 Octaves Ludwig Albert Special Edition Marimba, Honduras Rosewood (Round), Whitewash - Gold (C2-C7)

Ludwig Albert Signature Marimba

Iconic and distinguished

Ludwig Albert is unmistakably an icon in the international marimba world. With his own marimba competition, worldwide masterclasses and his self-developed 'eight-mallet grip, he has influenced many young players in an particular way.

The instrument Adams made for him is based on the Adams Custom marimba with the so-called 'Traveler Frame'. The instrument has a range of C2 - C7 with bars from selected Honduras Rosewood, tuned with the “Adams Alpha tuning method,” the most advanced tuning method for marimbas in the world. Unique to the Ludwig Albert signature model are the beautifully dark-red stained bars with rounded accidental bars.

Built on the Adams Traveler frame with low crossbeam and smooth, large wheels, the instrument has great stability. The beautiful “whitewash” stained rails and end-parts, in combination with the matt gold lacquered resonators, make the instrument a beautiful appearance on every stage.

The most resonant wood on the planet

Honduras Rosewood, a very unique wood with unparalleled sound qualities grows in the heart of Central America. The beauty of its resonance can even be heard on a raw-cut piece of wood Honduras Rosewood, which is also known for its hardness and durability. These typical characteristics makes it the best and most valuable wood available for crafting mallet instruments.

Superior Honduras Rosewood Bars

Only the finest aged Honuras Rosewood is considered for an Alpha Series keyboard which comes with the Bogdan Bacanu Signature marimba. This select Honuras Rosewood is possible only through years of intensive advancement in soucring and tuning techniques. The Alpha Series Bars are the first choice out of every new production series we craft. This, in combination with the Alpha Tuning Method allows to create the Superior Marimba Keyboards we use for the Alpha Series.

Sustainability

Illegal trade and overharvesting is a real threat for Honduras Rosewood, and local communities in the region. The high demand of the hardwood-furniture industry drives illegal trade, and even many companies in the music industry buy from dealers without a moral compass.