FH36S in bubinga.
FH36S Stave-Back Harp Package
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General Information
The FH36S has what we feel is the ideal range for a full-size lever harp: five octaves, starting and ending on C. It surrounds the player with a round, full-bodied, and well articulated sound, and its generous depth, power, and responsiveness make playing seem effortless. An impressive piece of fine woodworking and a satisfying investment for any harp enthusiast.
The sides and back of the soundbox consist of five facets of book-matched wood. This design puts a flat facet, rather than a corner, against the player’s shoulder, which some find more comfortable and which makes it easier to reach the lower strings. This soundbox shape, as opposed to the rectangular soundbox of the FH36B, gives an overall rounder sound, with a slightly fuller bass voice. Watch and listen to the FH36S Stave-Back harp.
Range and Tuning
| Strings: | 36 |
| Octaves: | 5 |
| Low: | C (2 octaves below Middle C) |
| High: | C (3 octaves above Middle C) |
| Levers: | Full |
View/download a string/tuning chart (same stringing/tuning as FH36B): fh36b_chart.pdf (*) (80 KB)
Woods
Soundboard: solid Honduras mahogany in the mid and upper ranges and spruce in the bass, overlaid with book-matched figured hardwood veneer and bordered with purfling and edge binding.
Sapele harp—Neck, pillar, sides, and back: sapele.
Walnut harp—Neck, pillar, sides, and back: American black walnut.
Maple harp—Neck, pillar, sides, and back: eastern maple.
Bubinga harp—Neck, pillar, sides, and back: bubinga.
Koa harp—Neck, pillar, sides, and back: koa
(Harp wood photos)
Dimensions
| Maximum height | 54 inches |
| Maximum soundboard width: | 14 inches |
| Weight (Walnut): | approx. 25 lbs. |
| Weight (Maple): | approx. 27 lbs. |
| Weight (Bubinga): | approx. 30 lbs. |
| Weight of case: | 9 lbs. |
Price
| Sapele: | $5495.00 |
| Walnut or Maple: | $5545.00 |
| Bubinga: | $5995.00 |
Includes case and custom tuning wrench.
Options
- Celtic knot abalone inlay on T-brace (view photo): $650.00
- Abalone inlay around soundboard (view photo): $1000.00
- Koa soundboard veneer and trim on maple harps (view photo): $275.00
- Bird's Eye maple soundboard veneer (view photo): $250.00
- Pickup system, internal mount (more information) — “a la carte”: $295.00; factory installed: $395.00
- Optional black lacquer finish with clear lacquer on soundboard (view photo): $200.00
CH36 Case
Deluxe, thickly padded, form-fitting case made with 1/2-inch thick foam sandwiched between a soft inner lining and a tough outer covering of waterproofed cordura. Zipper access, large accessory pocket, long-lasting leather trim and handles, extra grips for easy handling, detachable shoulder strap. Included with harp.
HARP LINKS
Models:
Ravenna 26 |
Ravenna 34 |
Allegro 26 |
Crescendo 32 |
FH26 |
FH26 Double-Strung |
FH32 |
FH36B |
FH36S
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