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Orchestral Percussion Hire Checklist (UK)

A practical checklist for timpani, marimba, vibraphone, xylophone, chimes, cymbals & traps — plus stands, mallets and a copy/paste quote template.

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Confirm first (these change the whole plan)

  • Date(s) + venue access: loading windows, stairs/lift, push distance
  • Programme/instrument list: repertoire drives the required kit
  • What the venue already provides: avoid duplication and missing items
  • Delivery only vs delivery + setup: busy stages benefit from setup support

Timpani checklist

  • Number of drums + sizes required (confirm exact sizes if specified)
  • Tuning gauge requirement / lights
  • Player preferences or “equivalent OK”
  • Covers/cases if touring

Mallet instruments checklist

  • Marimba: 4.3 vs 5.0 octave requirement
  • Vibraphone: motor required? (and power location)
  • Xylophone / Glockenspiel: stand height and positioning
  • Chimes: beater requirements

Cymbals & traps checklist

  • Suspended cymbal + suitable stand
  • Pair of cymbals (size) + straps/holders
  • Tam-tam (gong) size + stand
  • Concert bass drum + stand + mallets
  • Triangle(s) + clip + beaters
  • Aux percussion (tambourine, claves, woodblocks, shakers etc.)

Stands, mallets & accessories

  • Trap tables, stick trays, music stands
  • Mallet packs (confirm if players bring their own)
  • Small spares + tool kit items (drum key, basic fixings)

If you want people to browse what you can supply, link: Percussion Equipment and Touring Orchestral Percussion.

Copy/paste quote template

Subject: Orchestral percussion hire – quote request (DATE + VENUE) Hi EV-ENTZ, We need orchestral percussion hire for: Date(s): Venue + postcode: Get-in / access notes: Programme / instrument list (attach if available): What the venue already provides (if anything): Instruments required: - Timpani (sizes/number): - Marimba (4.3 or 5.0 octave): - Vibraphone (motor yes/no): - Xylophone / Glockenspiel: - Chimes: - Bass drum / cymbals / tam-tam: - Aux percussion: - Stands / trap tables / music stands: - Mallets required from you? (Yes/No) Support needed: delivery only / delivery + setup / on-site tech Day-of contact name + phone: Thanks, [NAME]

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FAQ

What instruments are included in orchestral percussion hire?

Typically timpani, marimba, vibraphone, xylophone, glockenspiel, chimes, concert bass drum, cymbals, tam-tam and auxiliary percussion, plus stands and essentials.

Do I need to hire mallets as well?

Some players prefer their own. If you need mallets supplied, confirm required types (soft/hard pairs, timpani sticks, beaters) when requesting the quote.

What’s the fastest way to get an accurate quote?

Send date(s), venue/access notes, programme or instrument list, what’s already provided, and whether you need delivery only or delivery + setup.