Of the instruments listed here, some are refurbished in my workshop, while others remain with their owner and are advertised for sale as a courtesy to the owner.
Instruments I bring to the workshop receive all necessary repairs and regulation to return them to top playing condition. They may show signs of age or wear, but anything that would compromise the harpsichord's musical qualities, mechanical reliability or structural integrity is remedied.
For instruments remaining with the owner, I indicate in the listing whether I have seen them personally and, if so, give an estimate of their condition.
CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:
French harpsichord by Robert L. Wilson, 1977
Harpsichord by Claviers Baroque, 2000
French double-manual harpsichord by Robert L. Wilson, made in Lambertville, New Jersey, USA. 2x8, 1x4, buff stop, shove coupler. Range FF-f’’’, transposition A415-440. Ebony naturals with white-topped ebony sharps.* White plastic jacks. Trestle stand with turned legs. Wooden soundboard rose and elaborate soundboard painting. Colour scheme is white lid and case interior, aquamarine exterior with gold banding. A padded transport cover and custom dolly are provided to assist with moving the instrument.
The instrument is currently at the owner's house in St. Catharines, Ontario. I saw it in February 2020 and again in June 2023. It appears to be in overall good shape, needing some regulation of the jacks and plectra to even out the action.
Interested buyers will be connected directly with the owner to discuss purchase.
*White-topped keys have been unofficially assessed as material other than ivory. An official assessment may be sought upon request should the instrument be sold outside of Canada.
"Canadian Single" Italian-inspired single-manual harpsichord by Claviers Baroques in Toronto. 1x8, buff. Range GG/BB-d'''. Dimensions 72"x30". Non-transposing keyboard. Natural wood casework. Natural keys of spalted wood. Folding music desk. Trestle stand that can be dismantled for transport.
The instrument is currently at the owner's house in Toronto, ON. I have not examined it personally, but could do so if a potential buyer were interested.
Interested buyers will be connected directly with the owner to discuss purchase.
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