Triplett vs Dusty Strings 36-string Harps

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August 15, 2008 at 10:36 pm #162718

Michaela Braveman
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I would like to purchase a 36-string lever harp and am considering both Triplett and Dusty Strings. I understand there are pros and cons about both companies and I can’t seem to make a decision.

All input is much appreciated!

Michaela

August 16, 2008 at 12:16 pm #162719

jennifer-buehler
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Which models have you tried?

August 16, 2008 at 1:11 pm #162720

Michaela Braveman
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Hi Jennifer,

I am considering the FH36S as well as the Signature model. I hear that both are very excellent. I live within 2 hours to the Triplett factory and could actually go and pick up the harp myself, which is an added bonus. I also prefer Triplett’s customization options over Dusty Strings. However, some people say that Dusty Strings is the “best” and I do like their harps as well.

It’s a big investment, and I don’t want to have any regrets.

Michaela

August 17, 2008 at 4:19 am #162721

Audrey Nickel
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I think what it will ultimately come down to is which YOU like best.

August 17, 2008 at 4:22 am #162722

Audrey Nickel
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Sorry, I forgot.

August 17, 2008 at 1:12 pm #162723

Michaela Braveman
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Thanks Audrey. I actually visited the Sylvia Wood’s store a few months back and played some of her harps, but at that time I wasn’t particularly focused on purchasing a 36-string harp. I live in Pacific Grove, approx. 2 hours away from the Triplett factory in San Luis. At this point I am leaning towards the Triplett Signature model, mainly for reasons of convenience and aesthetics.
I might have an opportunity to go back to Sylvia Wood’s store in a couple of months, so perhaps I will hold off on making

August 17, 2008 at 4:47 pm #162724

Audrey Nickel
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Small world, Michaela!

August 17, 2008 at 4:50 pm #162725

Audrey Nickel
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Another thought…the annual Highland Games and Celtic Gathering in Ben Lomond is October 4.

August 17, 2008 at 7:16 pm #162726

Michaela Braveman
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Thanks again, Audrey, for your input and great suggestions.

How long have you been playing the harp and what kind do you play?

August 17, 2008 at 8:32 pm #162727

Audrey Nickel
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I’ve been playing for about 2 1/2 years, and I play a Dusty Strings Ravenna 26.

August 17, 2008 at 9:22 pm #162728

Michaela Braveman
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Hi again Audrey,

I’ve been add it for about 1 year now, taking lessons from Lynda Jardine in Carmel Valley. I started out with a wonderful 27 string lap harp (“Nightingale” by Lewis Creek Insruments), which I absolutely adore. I thought that some day I might want to go into Harp Therapy, so I wanted to start out with a good small harp.

However, for the last 3 months I’ve been feeling a real “itch” for a full size harp and the more I think about it, the more I want it. (From what I understand, this is a common problem in the harp world…).

How do like your Ravenna harp?

Michaela

August 17, 2008 at 11:18 pm #162729

unknown-user
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I have a Nightingale too Michaela, in walnut, and I agree with you, it IS a lovely little harp.

August 18, 2008 at 4:35 am #162730

Audrey Nickel
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I absolutely love my Ravenna.

August 18, 2008 at 3:15 pm #162731

Michaela Braveman
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“SADD”…, i never heard of that disorder but I guess I am indeed suffering from it.

As for “Wire Harps”, I am sure you probably know that Triplett makes them. I know a guy here in town who owns a custom Triplett Luna Wire Harp, and that is the most gorgeous instrument I have ever seen!

I met him at

August 18, 2008 at 4:34 pm #162732

Audrey Nickel
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It’ll be a long time before I can afford another harp, but I’ve been known to do a fair amount of drooling myself.
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