Rare 4 octave xylophone. Probably made by L.H. Street, an inlaw of the Leedy family. This is the opinion of Gilberto Serna (Century Mallet Company, Chicago), the premier xylophone tuner in the country, who specializes in Deagan instruments. He recently retuned the bars to A =440, so this instrument is sounding its best and ready to play!
The bars are rosewood, from the 1930's era. You cannot get this wood anymore. They are in overall good condition. Bar width is 1 5/8". Thickness varies a little, between 7/8" and 1". Low C is 19 1/8" long. High C is 5 5/8" long. Frame length is 61". Height is 30 3/8". Not sure what the resonators are made of. They are not magnetic. The frame does not collapse in half. It is very sturdy. It has a Deagan tag at one end, but, don't be fooled: these are not Deagan bars! There are no markings on the bars or model number on the frame.
This instrument does not sound as good as a Deagan. If that is what you want, do not bid! Still, it does have decent tone and a four octave range. The last 4 octave Deagan on ebay went for close to $4,000, so if you want a 4 octave instrument for a lot less, now is your chance! This is a no reserve auction, so buy it now is only good until the first bid is placed. If you want that option, you need to do it soon!
Please email questions before you bid. Buyer to pay actual shipping. Do
not trust the ebay/UPS default shipping price. It is rarely accurate. I
will get you the lowest price possible on shipping! I estimate in the $100 range, but that will vary depending on where the winner lives. Sorry, because of the large size of the frame box, there is no international bidding on this item. Lower 48 United States only. Bars and frame will be shipped in 2 separate boxes. Total weight is around 88 pounds.
Item has been accurately described. There will be no return. Sale is final.
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