Xylophone and Bass Marimba for Pianoteq
The Xylophone and Bass Marimba Instrument Pack for Pianoteq brings the vibrant sounds of these iconic mallet percussion instruments to your fingertips.
Perfect for producers, composers, and percussionists alike, this pack offers realistic velocity response and dynamic control through advanced physical modelling. Whether you're creating orchestral arrangements, jazz compositions, or experimenting with sound design, the xylophone and bass marimba deliver authentic, expressive performances, while they benefit Pianoteq's minimal file size and instant loading time.
a Pianoteq instrument pack
Get this pack with Pianoteq Stage (2 packs), Standard (3), or Pro (4).
Buy Pianoteqstarting from 139.00 €
- 3½-octave xylophone (F4-C8)
- 5-octave bass marimba (C2-C7)
- Extended range of 88 keys (A0-C8)
- Enhanced realism through strike point humanization
- 14 presets included
Listen to the xylophone in action
The xylophone, with its origins tracing back thousands of years to Africa and Southeast Asia, continues to inspire musicians across genres. Whether adding lively textures to an orchestral score or contributing to the playful spirit of comedy music, the xylophone adapts beautifully.
Discover the deep resonance of the marimba
The bass marimba offers a profound, resonant sound that extends more than two octaves below the xylophone. Its deep tones are perfect for adding warmth and depth to any composition, from orchestral arrangements to jazz fusion and modern productions.
Strike Point Humanization
An original feature of Pianoteq especially suited to this instrument pack is the strike point humanization technology, which introduces subtle variations in each repeated note by simulating the slight changes in where the mallet strikes the wooden bar.
Unlike sample libraries that rely on just a few samples per note, Pianoteq's physical model offers infinite realistic variations, resulting in an organic and lifelike sound.
Versatile presets
Each instrument in the pack comes with a variety of presets, allowing you to tailor the sound to your specific needs:
- Sustain pedal control: By default, the notes naturally sustain, with an inverted pedal to stop the sound. For users who prefer traditional piano-style damping, the a la Piano preset offers familiar control.
- Preset variety: Explore expressive options such as Original, Humanized, Soft and Bright, or opt for specialized settings like Edge or Bowed. Pianoteq Standard and Pro users also have full control over mallet hardness, noise levels, and strike point humanization, allowing for endless fine-tuning.
Perfect for morphing
Pianoteq Standard and Pro offers a powerful morphing feature that lets you blend any two instruments together. This opens up new creative possibilities, allowing you to craft hybrid instruments that don't exist in the physical world.
Imagine combining the woody attack of the marimba with the sustain of a concert harp, or morphing a plucky xylophone into a resonant grand piano!
