Stagg Xylophone, Padouk Wood (Xylo-Set 37 P21)

I bought this on Amazon about a year ago and have used it regularly in concert and pit settings where space is anywhere from scarce to nearly non-existent. The sound quality is respectable except for the upper 4 or 5 notes which are so thin you can't even discern the pitch. Tuning is acceptable though a tad sharp in the low octave. Construction is of good quality and the included stand is quite sturdy.There are two problems -- one minor, the other a probable deal-breaker if you don't do something about it:-- The bag is of good quality, but be sure to reinforce the corners on the inside with a few layers of duct tape to avoid tears.-- The big problem, however, is the design of the bag. Walk a few feet with the instrument in the bag, then lay it down and open it. You'll find that most of the bars are no longer in place, as the bag puts considerable pressure on them when carried. Besides being an annoyance, it can damage the metal supports, too. My solution was to design and build a set of retainers -- simply two lengths of 1 1/2 x 3/4" lumber covered with felt. These retainers are secured to the instrument with machine screws placed in holes I drilled in the two ends of the case. Cost about $15 in total and took an hour or so to build. I have since had no problems with bars popping out. (Be sure not to OVER-tighten the retainers -- just enough tension to hold the bars in place.) See the attached photos.

I was impressed with the Xylophone

When we received this, I had to bend a couple posts which either got bent in shipping or were not adjusted properly when built. It does sound pretty good and looks good too. We are generally happy with it and would buy another one if needed from Stagg.

Grand kids love it

No instructions. I have no clue how to set this up properly.

I was so excited to see my sons new xylophone and when I opened the box I was greeted by 2 guitars. The box looked like Jim Carey got a hold of it as well. I hope I can still get my son's xylophone.

Out of the box ready! Nothing to do except adjust the stand. Sounds great. So much better quality than the cheaper version.

I've been using one of these on gigs for about 6 months now and it's great. Love the portability and classic xylophone sound.