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Flemish Harpsichord

single manual model "COUCHET"

Some examples of personalized design

Flemish Harpsichord single manual model COUCHET - Version with Flemish paper and stand
Version with Flemish
paper and stand

Flemish Harpsichord single manual model COUCHET - Detail
Detail

This instrument is inspired to the construction principles of the Ruckers tradition, in particular of Ioannes Couchet. It is particularly light and easy to handle, with a great sound. Its use is very versatile.

All instruments are delivered with tool box and spare parts.
Special humidifiers - hygrometers for climate control, on request.

Technical data
  • Compass: G 0 - D 5, 56 keys
  • 2x8 foot stops + buff stop
  • Transposition: 415 - 440 Hz.
  • Keyboard: ebony and bone
  • Case: poplar
  • 6 turned legs
  • Jacks: pearwood with delrin plectra
  • Strings: red brass, yellow brass and ancient-type iron
  • Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type
  • Rosette and hinges made of bronze casting
  • Gold leaf bands and mouldings
  • Soundboard: spruce from Val di Fiemme
  • Size: 212x85x24 cm
  • Weight: 46 kg
Options

- 4 foot stop
- Crow-quill plectra
- Flemish turned stand
- Sound board painting
- Flemish paper and motto
- Adjustable bench, in style
- Light cover
- High protection transport cover
- Bag for legs and music desk
- Bench bag