Sabian 7" Alu Bell

The Sabian 7" Alu Bell delivers a remarkably lightweight, responsive striking experience due to its aluminum construction and compact 7-inch size. This hand-cast percussion instrument produces soft, bright tones with exceptional sustain—a character that cuts through without harshness. The rough, unfinished surface of each bell is a direct result of traditional sand-casting methods, making every unit unique in its sonic personality.

Design & Construction

Built from cast aluminum and shaped via sand-casting in completed form, the Alu Bell features a distinctive dome profile with a narrow, flat striking edge. The unpolished, pitted surface is not a flaw but evidence of the authentic casting process—each bell's individual characteristics mean no two units sound identical.

Tone & Sonic Character

The aluminum material and thick cross-section generate a sweet, musical bell-like response with long sustain. Expect soft, bright tones suitable for accentuation, transitions, and textural effects in percussion setups ranging from world music to contemporary composition.

Key Features

• 7-inch diameter
• Aluminum, sand-cast construction
• Dome-shaped with narrow, flat striking edge
• Weight: 322g–388g
• Relatively thick cross-section for projection
• Unpolished, unlathed surface (natural sand-cast finish)
• Soft, bright, sustaining tone character
• Mid to High pitch range (Level 8)
• Individually hand-cast (no two identical)
• Production: 2008–Present
• Protected by SABIAN Two-Year Warranty

The Sabian 7" Alu Bell combines traditional hand-casting craft with practical, musical performance—ideal for players seeking a genuine, hand-made bell with distinctive character and reliable sustain.