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Revision as of 14:48, 6 December 2011
Etymology and Alternative Spellings
Construction
History
Sticks, Mallets, Beaters
Technique
Grips
Independent Grips
Musser Grip - Based on a 4 mallet grip by Clair Omar Musser.
Stevens Grip - A modified version of the Musser by marimbist Leigh Howard Stevens.
Cross Grips
Traditional Grip - a cross grip that has been utilized by the great Japanese marimbist Keiko Abe and is favored among many Asian marimbists.
Burton Grip - a cross grip that was developed by vibraphonist Gary Burton.
Stroke Style/Type
Manufacturers
Yamaha - 5100A - 5 Octave Rosewood Marimba
Musser M250 - 4 1/3 Octave Rosewood Marimba
Adams
Malletech
Marimba One
Dynasty
Premiere
Deagan
DeMorrow
Korogi
Bergerault
Jiaxun