Wire harp question for Bernhard & Liam

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This topic has 25 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 15 years, 5 months ago by Liam M.

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October 20, 2009 at 3:51 pm #159869

Karen Johns
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Hi Gentlemen,

October 20, 2009 at 4:27 pm #159870

Liam M
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Karen,

First, I am deeply saddened at upsetting Audrey and wish I had not done so. I would ask you not further contribute, we are friends and we need to allow each other our peace.

In answer to your question… And I would hope Bernhard will correct me here if I err…

October 20, 2009 at 4:45 pm #159871

Karen Johns
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October 20, 2009 at 5:21 pm #159872

Liam M
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Karen

I welcome all string charts!!

October 20, 2009 at 9:05 pm #159873

Karen Johns
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You might find Jerry Brown’s harpbuilding book of interest, Liam (if you don’t have it already). You certainly have the technical experience and enthusiasm going for you!

October 20, 2009 at 9:50 pm #159874

Karen Johns
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Hey Liam,

Is your email the same? I can’t seem to get through, and I used the one listed under your name here.

Karen

October 20, 2009 at 10:25 pm #159875

Liam M
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87Aspencade@gmail.com

October 20, 2009 at 10:40 pm #159876

michael-rockowitz
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Karen,

I don’t know if this experience applies.

October 20, 2009 at 11:31 pm #159877

Liam M
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Michael!! Where have you been hiding? Good to see you!

More
tone?

October 21, 2009 at 12:20 am #159878

Liam M
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Karen

Just received the email… Believe I have it… Your Limerick ranges from C3 to G6 and your A4 (440Hz)

October 21, 2009 at 1:57 am #159879

Karen Johns
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Yes, that is what I love about the sound of this harp- the steel strings

October 21, 2009 at 2:06 am #159880

Karen Johns
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Thanks Michael and welcome! I’m really glad you chimed in, and I believe your experience does apply.

October 21, 2009 at 2:09 am #159881

Liam M
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I have .008 strings on the Golden Jr and I note they are almost like razors, so there may be an advantage gained to the thicker strings once you accustom yourself to them.

October 21, 2009 at 2:12 am #159882

Karen Johns
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The soundboard on the Limerick is 5-ply Finnish aircraft birch. Doesn’t get much stronger than that, or so I’ve been told. Constructing this kit was a dream-the soundboard slid right into slots pre-cut into the sides of the soundbox, no finishing strips to glue on or sand. The base is also pretty wide for a lap harp, a little awkward (knee-bones are a must!) but the projection is awesome. Had a soundguy in awe of this harp at a festival I played at this past summer.

Done bragging now….

October 21, 2009 at 2:36 am #159883

Karen Johns
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Whoops, sorry Liam. Yes, you do have the chart right, I had to copy it from my sheet and that was how it was listed. And it appears your strings on your Druid are even thicker than mine. I feel ashamed for belly-aching now! LOL
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