The "International" tubular bells are a second, lighter series of bells we offer. They have a smaller international standard diameter of 38 mm (1.5"). They are as convincing as the Kolberg "Concert" tubular bells, with their excellent, pure tone quality and their carefully selected and processed material, but produce a slimmer sound. Therefore we recommend these tubular bells for soloists, percussion ensembles and symphony orchestras preferring a clear and transparent tone for contemporary music. Furthermore they are an economical and transport friendlier alternative to the heavy and voluminous sounding "Concert" tubular bells.

Tonal range c2 - f3 (1.5 octaves, international C5 - F6)
Pitch 443 Hz (other pitches available on request)
Tube diameter 38 mm/1.5" (international standard)
Material exclusive bell brass
Surface variations: - Standard: lacquered
- Additional charge high-gloss chrome-plated
Stand dimensions (WxDxH) 95 x 51 x 175 cm

Bells

The very strongly rounded contact head provides the bell hammer with an enlarged contact surface, creating a warm and clear tonal character, increasing the bell's volume and ensuring excellent tonal quality. The bell's sound is further enhanced by the especially thick tube walls. All "International" tubular bells in the f1 - f3 (F4-F6, 2 octaves) range are also individually available.

Note on pitch/notation

Notation: f - f2/F3-F5
Pitch: one octave higher (f1 - f3/F4-F6)

Quality features

The contact head of the bell is connected to the tube by a special process meaning that it cannot become loose through vibrations occurring during playing, causing disturbing noises or becoming detached. The particularly strongly rounded, therefore increased contact surface of the bells and the unusually large wall thickness (2.5 mm) produce the excellent tonal quality and volume of the Kolberg "International" tubular bells.

Tubular bell suspension

We use specially woven, heavy-duty nylon cords on all of our products, which are produced exclusively for Kolberg Percussion. These special, high-quality cords do not cause any vibrational noise, are extremely durable and convenient to use.

Tubular bell stand

• Two column, stable construction from square tubular steel, scratch and impact resistant black-silver powder-coated
• All structural components are welded and therefore completely connected ensuring they do not warp or vibrate. The sound of the bells can develop freely and is not affected by unwanted noises caused by the stand.
• Stable, fully locking swivel casters with a solid rubber surface

Damping

A speciality of the Kolberg tubular bell sets is the very effective and reliable damping system. Large damping surfaces made from thick, very sound-absorbing wool felt plates in front of and behind the bells allow a fast and instant damping of the bell sound after pedal use. The damping system is completely silent and remains maintenance-free over a long period of time.

Pedal

The instrument's wide damping pedal can be individually height adjusted. Stable, soft rubber buffers on the damping bar eliminate noise transmission to the ground.

Accessories (included)

2 pairs of tubular bell hammers (ES844H, 843M)