{"product_id":"freenotes-merry-metallophone-outdoor-park-and-playground-instrument","title":"Freenotes Merry Metallophone - Outdoor Park and Playground Instrument","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFreenotes Merry Metallophone - Park and Playground Instrument\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freenotes Merry is a bright, cheerful metallophone designed for outdoor parks, playgrounds, and public spaces where music brings people together. A smaller counterpart to the Pegasus, the Merry delivers a lyrical, sustaining tone across 11 anodized aluminum notes tuned to the C Major Pentatonic scale - making it nearly impossible to play a wrong note. Its resonated design amplifies every strike, filling the surrounding area with warm, inviting sound that encourages spontaneous play and musical exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for years of outdoor use with minimal maintenance, the Merry is a popular choice for inclusive playgrounds, sensory gardens, nature trails, and community parks. It pairs beautifully with its sister instrument, the Piper, creating a harmonious melodic combination when played together. Whether installed at a school, park, or therapeutic facility, the Merry is a durable and engaging musical experience for all ages and abilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle - Metallophone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic percussion instrument design, ideal for outdoor musical installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e11 Notes - C Major Pentatonic Scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e A universally pleasing scale that ensures every note combination sounds harmonious - no musical experience required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Aluminum Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion-resistant, weather-durable note bars built to withstand continuous outdoor exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResonated Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal resonators amplify tone and extend sustain for a fuller, richer sound outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright, Sustaining Tonal Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lyrical voice that carries clearly in open outdoor environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes 2 Black Mallets (80 Durometer):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to play right out of the box with the included mallets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions - 25-7\/8\"W x 46-9\/16\"H x 25-3\/16\"D:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact footprint suitable for a variety of installation settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Mount Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in In-Ground, Surface Mount, Planter Mount, and Wall Mount configurations to suit any site plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost Material Choice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select Recycled Plastic or Steel posts to match your facility's sustainability goals and aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with the Piper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequently installed alongside the Piper metallophone for a complementary melodic duo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMount Type \u0026amp; Post Material Options - Which to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-Ground Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Posts are set directly into the ground for a permanent, highly stable installation. Best for established park sites, playgrounds, and facilities where the instrument location is fixed long-term. Available with Recycled Plastic or Steel posts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolts onto an existing concrete pad or hard surface. Ideal when ground excavation is not practical, or when a clean, above-grade installation is preferred. Available with Recycled Plastic or Steel posts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanter Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts within a planter base, allowing placement on hard surfaces without anchoring - great for plazas, rooftop gardens, and spaces where drilling is not permitted. Available with Recycled Plastic or Steel posts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attaches directly to a wall or solid vertical surface. Perfect for sensory rooms, courtyards with existing walls, or compact spaces. Available in this configuration without a post selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecycled Plastic Posts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from recycled materials, these posts are resistant to rot, splinters, and weather deterioration - a great choice for eco-conscious projects and high-moisture environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Posts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic, robust steel construction offering a traditional look with exceptional structural strength - well-suited for high-traffic commercial and municipal installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMerry Metallophone instrument body (11 anodized aluminum notes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Black Mallets (80 Durometer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware (varies by mount type selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freenotes Merry is trusted by parks departments, schools, and landscape architects across the country to deliver lasting musical joy in outdoor spaces. Its anodized aluminum notes and weather-resistant construction mean this instrument is engineered to keep playing beautifully season after season with virtually no upkeep. The pentatonic tuning is intentionally inclusive - anyone who walks up and picks up a mallet can create pleasing music instantly, making it a genuinely welcoming addition to any public space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and built by Freenotes Harmony Park, a pioneer in outdoor musical instruments, the Merry reflects decades of expertise in crafting instruments that are as durable as they are delightful. Facilities managers and landscape designers love the flexibility of mount and post options, making it easy to fit the Merry into virtually any site plan. From inclusive playgrounds to sensory therapy gardens to public parks, the Merry is an investment in community, creativity, and connection that will resonate for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetallophone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTonal Quality\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright, sustaining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNote Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodized aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResonated\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey \/ Scale\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC Major Pentatonic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMallets Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Black (80 Durometer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-7\/8\"W x 46-9\/16\"H x 25-3\/16\"D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMount Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-Ground, Surface Mount, Planter Mount, Wall Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePost Material Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycled Plastic, Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinished Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries based on mounting, post style, and desired age group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly \/ Installation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional installation recommended; installation guide available for download\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreight delivery; large outdoor instrument shipped on a pallet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/MERY-INSTALL-revC.PDF?v=1784039323\" title=\"Merry Installation Guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMerry Installation Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat ages is the Merry suitable for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Merry is designed for all ages and abilities. Its pentatonic tuning means even very young children can create pleasing music without any prior experience, while adults and older players enjoy the instrument just as much. The finished height can be adjusted based on mounting style and desired age group, making it adaptable to toddler play areas, all-ages parks, or therapeutic settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Merry require any maintenance?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Merry is built for low-maintenance outdoor use. Anodized aluminum notes resist corrosion and weathering, and the post materials (Recycled Plastic or Steel) are selected for outdoor durability. Periodic inspection of hardware and mallet tethers is recommended, but no special coatings or seasonal treatments are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the Merry stay outside year-round?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes - the Merry is engineered specifically for permanent outdoor installation in all climates. The anodized aluminum notes and weather-resistant construction handle rain, sun, and freezing temperatures without degrading tone or structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between Recycled Plastic and Steel posts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eRecycled Plastic posts are made from recycled materials and are highly resistant to moisture, rot, and splintering - making them an excellent choice for wet environments and eco-focused projects. Steel posts offer a more traditional look with maximum structural strength and are well-suited for high-traffic commercial and municipal installations. Both options are built to last; the choice typically comes down to aesthetic preference and sustainability goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Merry pair well with other Freenotes instruments?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eAbsolutely. The Merry is frequently installed alongside the Piper, and together they create a complementary melodic combination that enriches any outdoor musical space. Because all Freenotes instruments are tuned to compatible scales, they can be mixed and matched across a site to build an entire outdoor music garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs professional installation required?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eFreenotes provides a detailed Installation Guide (available for download above) that covers all mount types. While some experienced facilities teams handle installation in-house, professional installation is recommended to ensure proper anchoring, safety compliance, and correct finished height for the intended age group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1111770832\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Freenotes Harmony Park","offers":[{"title":"In-Ground \/ Recycled Plastic","offer_id":55264913424689,"sku":"MERY-IG-REC","price":3842.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"In-Ground \/ Steel","offer_id":55264913457457,"sku":"MERY-IG-STL","price":4866.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Surface Mount \/ Recycled Plastic","offer_id":55264913490225,"sku":"MERY-SM-REC","price":4101.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Surface Mount \/ Steel","offer_id":55264913522993,"sku":"MERY-SM-STL","price":4854.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Portable \/ Recycled Plastic","offer_id":55264913555761,"sku":"MERY-PM-REC","price":4230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Portable \/ Steel","offer_id":55264913588529,"sku":"MERY-PM-STL","price":5242.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wall Mount \/ Wall Mount (No Post)","offer_id":55264913621297,"sku":"MERY-WM","price":3634.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/Merry-58508-REV.jpg?v=1784039330","url":"https:\/\/omahasportsandgames.com\/products\/freenotes-merry-metallophone-outdoor-park-and-playground-instrument","provider":"Omaha Sports \u0026 Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}