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Bar chimes (mounted row of rods)
Played as a swipe across the rods, not struck individually. One gesture produces the whole cascade.
Product detailSKU #1274034483267
LPStudio Series Bar Chimes
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single-row bar chime for drummers, percussionists and studio players who need a sustained shimmer to mark transitions and fills.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marking song transitions, intros and cymbal-free swells behind a kit
- Studio overdubs where a long, even decay is wanted
- Percussion setups needing a color instrument beyond shakers and tambourines
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting rhythmic, pitched patterns — chimes blur into a wash
- Tight, dry rooms and dense mixes where sustain gets buried
- Anyone needing a compact, throw-in-the-stick-bag piece
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Natural wood bar
The bar is the mount and the handle. It sets how the rods hang and how freely they ring out.
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Single-row layout
Rods swing in one plane, so a swipe reads as one clean sweep rather than a scattered rattle.
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Long metal rods
Decay runs for several seconds. You mute with a hand or forearm when you need it to stop.
Detail 05
$234.99 tier
Mid-level build, above toy-grade chime bars. Expect consistent rod tuning and hardware that survives regular gigging.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Needs a cymbal stand, arm or clamp to mount at playing height
- 02Confirm mounting hardware is included before ordering — it varies by seller
- 03Rods tangle if stored loose; hang or box it between gigs
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do you actually play bar chimes?
You drag a finger, stick butt or the back of a hand across the rods in one motion. Speed of the swipe sets how the cascade unfolds.
02Can I mount these on my drum kit?
Yes. They are normally clamped to a cymbal stand or boom arm within arm's reach so you can swipe and mute without leaving the throne.
03How do I stop the ring?
Lay a hand or forearm flat against the rods. There is no damper mechanism, so muting is a physical move you have to plan into the part.
04Are these loud enough to hear live?
In a quiet passage, yes. In a full band they usually need a mic or the sweep disappears under cymbals.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
