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18th century French single-manual harpsichord kit after Taskin

Built in the 1980's  

Specifications:

Overall photo of the 18th c.  French double-manual harpsichord after Taskin

Range: 63 notes, 5 octaves and two semitones, FF-g 3 chromatic, non-transposing (a' = 415 Hz)

Disposition: 1 x 4', 2 x 8', buff stop on short 8', handstops on all registers, Delrin jacks & plectra

Decoration:  The exterior of this instrument is painted a dark fuchsia.   The interior is an off-white.   There are bands in gold paint on the case exterior and lid interior.   Trestle stand.   Ebony naturals, bone-capped sharps.

 

Dimensions: length 7' 3 1/2"; width 38"

The soundboard is decorated with flowers and leaves.   A garland of leaves surrounds the soundboard rose hole.   There is some water staining and mild foxing on the soundboard next to the gap.   The case color is quite pretty but may not match every room's decorating scheme.   We would be happy to change the color.   Please call for a cost estimate.

 

This instrument will be renovated at the Hubbard shop prior to purchase.   The action of this instrument was never completed and will be entirely renewed.   Repairs will include a complete soundboard cleaning and restringing.  

 

The Hubbard French single shares the same tonal design as the French double.   The qualities of strong sound across the gamut coupled with balance between the registers that characterize the doubles are equally present in singles, as well.   This instrument will be equally useful in the living room or the performance hall.

 (GM-1) Offering price:  $12,000

 

For more information, or to purchase this instrument, please contact Hubbard Harpsichords.

 

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