Detail 01
27 bars
A short, quick sweep. One pass across is over fast, so it works as a punctuation mark rather than a long wash.
Product detailSKU #1274115063598
MEINL27-Bar Chimes
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 27-bar set of bar chimes with gold anodized aluminum bars. For drummers and percussionists who want a sweep effect on cue.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Song intros, cymbal-swell alternatives and transitions in live sets
- Studio sweeteners over pads, vocals and ambient beds
- Worship and theater percussion where a soft rise is needed
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a pitched melodic instrument; this isn't for melodies
- Anyone needing a long, dense wash from a wide bar count
- Setups with no stand or mount available for hanging
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.
Detail 02
Aluminum alloy bars
Bright, glassy and light. Faster decay and less low ring than brass, which keeps it from muddying a mix.
Detail 03
Gold anodized finish
Hardened surface layer over the aluminum. Resists scuffing from repeated hand passes and holds its color better than bare metal.
Detail 04
Single-row bar set
Bars hang on one plane, so a single hand pass gives one clean sweep instead of overlapping layers.
Detail 05
$99.99
Entry into a real bar chime rather than a toy. Bar count and length are what higher prices buy.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Needs a stand, mount or hook; hanging hardware placement is on you
- 02Mount within one arm's reach or you'll miss the cue
- 03Bars keep ringing after the pass; plan a way to mute them
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I mount bar chimes?
Hang them from a percussion stand, cymbal stand mount or an overhead hook, at a height where one hand can sweep across without leaning. Keep the bars free to swing.
02Do more bars sound better?
More bars mean a longer, denser sweep. Twenty-seven gives a quick, defined rise. Larger sets suit sustained washes; smaller sets suit sharp accents.
03How do I stop the ring after playing?
Catch the bars with your palm or forearm right after the sweep. Some players rest a hand behind the row so the ring stops when they let go.
04Aluminum or brass bar chimes?
Aluminum is brighter with a quicker decay and cuts through without adding weight to a mix. Brass rings darker and longer. Aluminum is the safer choice for dense arrangements.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
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