The Sansa-Rimba is a contemporary outdoor xylophone designed to encourage musical exploration through clear, resonant sound. Its modular construction allows individual notes to be arranged in a variety of layouts, making it adaptable to different playground designs and spatial requirements.
Each note is independently mounted, creating a visually open instrument that invites interaction from multiple users.
One of the defining features of the Sansa-Rimba is the ability to specify the note material to suit the desired sound character. Each option offers a different tonal quality, allowing the instrument to be tailored to its setting.
Available note materials include:
• Aluminium, producing a bright, clear tone
• IPE hardwood, delivering a warmer, natural sound
• GRP, offering balanced resonance with high durability
This flexibility allows designers to align the instrument’s sound with the surrounding environment.
Unlike instruments that rely on tensioned wires or strings, the Sansa-Rimba uses securely fixed notes mounted directly onto resonators. This construction method maximises vibration, resulting in strong resonance and consistent tonal clarity across the instrument.
The resonators are available in a range of colours, adding visual interest while supporting acoustic performance.
Flexible Installation Options
The Sansa-Rimba can be specified with several fixing methods to suit different site conditions and design preferences:
• Ground fixed installation
• Surface mounted installation (available at additional cost)
• Wall mounted installation
This versatility allows the instrument to be incorporated into a wide range of playground layouts, from open play zones to compact or linear spaces.
Designed for long-term outdoor installation, the Sansa-Rimba combines robust materials with a simple, wire-free construction. Its modular form, tonal flexibility, and installation options make it well suited to playgrounds, schools, and public spaces seeking a durable outdoor musical instrument that supports creativity and sensory engagement.
*Available surface fixed at an extra cost.
