This Harp is standing
up but is designed so that it can be positioned laying on its side also. This model has a
two full sets of strings and a single resonance chamber. From this side air
is funneled inwards and past the two sets of strings. The central section
is easily removed so that tuning can be easily accomplished.
When tuning, I use
a standard electronic guitar tuner which is both cheap and easy to use.
The harps are designed
to be placed in a position where the maximum air flow past the strings
can be achieved. This might mean
placing the harp in a window which is closed around the harp so that
air entering the room has to flow past the harps strings. I've seen them placed
on the corner of buildings where air past the corner flows most quickly.
The instrument is made from fine Veneered Ply and finished with several
coats
of a high grade Estapol to bring out the rich natural colors of the
timber. This harp is about
1000mm long, 300mm wide and 300mm deep. It weighs about 3.5Kg. The reason I say
"about" is because many clients ask for specifice dimensions
to fit specific areas of their homes or offices. Would you like to hear a sample? Here's some in MP3 format. Here's a 700Kb sample
This Harp is standing
up but is designed so that it can be positioned laying on its side also.