Harps are the best-known members of the Lyre family of stringed instruments, having numerous unfretted strings running at a more-or-less perpendicular angle to the soundbox. The large harps found in symphony orchestras have complicated pedal mechanisms which allow the player to sharpen or flatten the pitch of a group of strings quickly while they are playing. We sell the simpler folk style harps here, with manual sharping levers, or no levers at all. Folk harps are especially popular in celtic music.
Folkcraft
Harps
Accessories -- strings and cases listed with each harp model
Harpsicles(TM)
Heather Harps -- made in Pakistan
Triplett
Harpsicles
Harpsicle(TM) Harps are well designed and sturdily built and have the correct string spacing which make them an excellent selection for a first time harper. Light and portable, Harpsicle(TM) Harps maintain tuning as well as any professional harp, at a fraction of the price!
Specs:
33 inches tall
26 strings
4 pounds
3 1/2 octaves, G to below Middle C
Comes with instruction book, tuning wrench, and strap buttons
1 year warranty
Comes in a variety of unusual colors!
Because of the variety of colors and lever options, we ask that you please contact us for availability on your choice of color/sharping lever combination.
Our discounted prices are too low to list here! Below are retail prices, please contact us for our special prices.
Harpsicle -- $349.00
The Harpsicle(TM) Harp can be played in the key of C and A minor or tuned to any other scale. Like the Renaissance harp, the Harpsicle’Ѣ Harp has no Bridge pins so levers cannot be added.
Sharpsicle -- $495.00
Sharpsicle(TM) Harps are identical to Harpsicle(TM) Harps with the addition of bridge pins on all strings and modified Robinson sharping levers on the C and F strings. This allows the harp to play in 6 different keys (C,G,D major and A,E,B minor) without retuning.
Flatsicle -- $534.00
Flatsicle(TM) Harps are identical to Sharpsicle(TM) Harps including the addition of bridge pins on all strings but with modified Robinson sharping levers on the C, F and B strings. This allows the harp to play in 8 different keys (C,G,D,F major and A,E,B,D minor) without retuning.
Fullsicle -- $729.00
Fullsicle(TM) harps are the top of the Harpsicle(TM) Harps line. There are bridge pins and modified Robinson sharping levers on all strings, allowing access to all keys.
Accessories:
Harpsicle Wrapper (soft padded case) -- $85.00
Harpsicle Stick (clamp-on horizontal bar for keeping harp on the lap, see photo) -- $25.00
Harpsicle Floor Stand -- $40.00
Electric Pickup installed -- $60.00
Triplett Folk Harps (Wire Strings)
Known for innovative designs and dedication to quality, Triplett has one of the best warranties in the industry. Wire-strung harps come with a full set of blade-style sharping levers and a foldable custom case. Cases also available separately -- see below.
We don't regularly stock Triplett Harps, but they are available by special order.
Triplett Harp Cases
Dusty Strings Folk Harps
Dusty Strings harps are well-known for their brightness, depth and clarity. They offer an overall balance of tone that delights and inspires both professionals and persons new to playing harp.
Woods: Maple -- light blond with fine figuring; American Black Walnut -- dark brown overall with wide color variations; Bubinga -- an African Rosewood, rich reddish brown; Sapele -- golden red-brown, often with a vivid ribbon pattern to the grain.
All instruments come with a tuning wrench, and a five-year warranty. Most packages include case (see below).
Just arrived: Dusty Strings FH36S in Sapele. 36-string stave-back harp in Sapele wood (an African hardwood similar in appearance to Mahogany with a clear and warm tone). Deluxe padded case included. $5,495
Ravenna options:
- Colors can be added on neck and soundbox: Black, $80. Natural, Green or Burgundy, $160.
- Ravenna Stand (supports the harp in playing position): Ravenna 26 Stand,
$99. Ravenna 34 Stand, $99.
Options for FH32, FH36B, FH36S:
Many options are available to customize your FH harp, such as inlay,
finishes, and soundboard veneer. Please visit Dusty Strings' website and
contact us about availability.
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