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Italian Harpsichord

Early Italian harpsichords have very thin and ligh cases, making it very guitar like. This is a surprisingly very loud instrument with a fast attack. There is nothing better for continuo playing. It cuts through and provides that all important rhythmic and harmonic foundation like no other harpsichord. This was what you found playing with the operas and orchestras. In addition, this is the instrument for you if you are a fan of Italian baroque music such as Frescobaldi and Scarlatti!

Italian Harpsichord


Specifications

Disposition  2x8',, buff; stop levers in keywell
Range  49+2 notes: CDEF-d''', short octave with broken sharps
Dimensions  length 78.74"; width 30"; depth of case 7.28"
Weight  about 35 lbs
Action  keyboard with boxwood naturals and fruitwood sharps; pearwood jacks working in boxguides; strung in brass
Case  case in cedar; spruce soundboard; bridge, nut and molding in cherry
Stand  turned in beech


 

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