{"product_id":"yamaha-ym-40-3-1-2-octaves-lames-padouk-1376","title":"YM 40 - STUDENT 3 1\/2 OCTAVES (PADAUK BARS)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe YM40 fits within the spirit of educational instruments designed to support progression: a robust design, simple ergonomics, and coherent material choices to achieve a true musical response without breaking the budget. Its positioning favors the sound quality\/price ratio, with a level of finish and stability suited for regular use in music schools, conservatories, workshops, or at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Xylophone Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe YM40 primarily targets \u003cstrong\u003ebeginners\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate players\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially children and teenagers who need a reliable instrument that is easy to master and comfortable over time. It is also well suited for institutions (group classes, specialized schedules, educational studios) seeking a solid instrument with consistent tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegarding styles, its identity is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003estudy repertoire\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eensemble music\u003c\/strong\u003e, introductory \u003cstrong\u003econtemporary pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e, and anything requiring clear articulation. The precision of the xylophone's attack particularly highlights rhythmic figures, ostinatos, and fast passages, while maintaining a pleasant musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe strength of the YM40 lies in its pragmatic approach: a structure designed to accompany the musician through their learning years. The \u003cstrong\u003ereinforced frame\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a stable base, essential for working on striking regularity and rhythmic precision, without unwanted vibrations or accidental shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eheight adjustment system\u003c\/strong\u003e plays a key role in ergonomics: a proper instrument height promotes a natural posture, limits fatigue, and helps develop clean technique (rebound, control, mallet trajectory). This is a real advantage for young percussionists, whose size changes quickly, and for teaching rooms where multiple students use the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, the \u003cstrong\u003e442 Hz tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e allows smooth integration in educational contexts and ensembles, with a commonly used tuning reference today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePadouk is a wood appreciated for its \u003cstrong\u003eclear attack\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egood projection\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is particularly suitable for xylophone playing where articulation precision is paramount. On the YM40, the selected padouk bars deliver a sound that is both \u003cstrong\u003epresent\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a quick response that highlights nuances and accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practice, this translates into a clear, readable sound that is easy to place within a group, without requiring excessive force. The wood also provides a pleasant playing sensation under the mallet, useful for working on rebound control and hand equality. This sound compromise makes it a relevant choice for progressing confidently, especially when looking for a musical instrument with a moderate budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e44\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of octaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eorchestra\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003epadouk\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eSticks, Cover\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e154 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e80 to 92 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e80 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e39 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBars thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e24 to 22.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e442 Hz (at 23degC)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54361802932499,"sku":"1376","price":3414.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/49502052e2eb41577adc08a1b67b70caa444be4e_MARIMBA_YAMAHA_YM_40.jpg?v=1787598137","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/yamaha-ym-40-student-3-1-2-octaves-padauk-bars-1376","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}