Designed for virtually any musical setting. Crafted from a specially formulated tempered aluminum alloy to provide bright sound and great tonal diversity. The natural wood bars are made from select hardwood with a satin finish. Equipped with an exclusive Òanti-twist" bracket that is mounted at the balance point of each bar to prevent movement. 3Ú8" diameter aluminum alloy chimes are strung with a newly improved high tensile braided cord for added strength. Bar chime striker fits conveniently into a storage slot in the included top wooden bar. LP Bar Chimes now come in a protective tube that can be used again and again for transporting your chimes safely.