John Pratt Harp Company
Our Instruments
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We presently have five models of lever harps, in different
sizes and price ranges. Click on the
picture or title to learn more about each. |
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The
following general description applies to all of our lever harp models: All our
lever harps use standard concert harp strings, and have fairly high tension
for better sound and a lively response. We use our own machined brass and nickel-plated string eyelets
in the soundboard to transmit more directly string vibrations to the
soundboard, thus enhancing response and sustain. All our soundboards
are made of veneered, select, Sitka spruce, and are constructed just as are
traditional pedal harp soundboards.
Soundboard tapering (bottom to top, and center to side) is kept within
a tolerance of .005.” The
string length is virtually the same for the same notes on all of our harp
models, and the string spacing also is very close to that on traditional
pedal harps All our
harps use Camac sharping levers, which are unequivocally the best available
at the present time. Our 36 and 38 string instruments are well-balanced
when held in playing position, and are not
heavy on the shoulder. Our
instruments have a three-sided flat panel body instead of a rounded body
design, as this helps the body to resonate more and contributes to the
excellent sound of both instruments. The back corners of this faceted
body design are considerably rounded, thus having no discomfort for the
harpist as the instrument leans against the right shoulder. We
do not use any stain on any of our instruments to achieve particular colors
or finishes, but prefer the natural look of unstained wood. We
offer each harp in different finishes, with colors or finishes achieved
through natural colors and textures of a variety of different hardwoods
and hardwood veneers. Our instruments are finished in a hand-rubbed
lacquer, and buffed to a satin finish.
This lacquer finish is the best finish for easily repairing minor
blemishes which may occur over time. The fact that we do not use any
stain also makes repairs to the finish much easier to accomplish, should this
ever be necessary. Our 36
and 38 string instruments may be used for beginning or intermediate harpists,
and will accommodate the entire lever harp repertoire. All instruments
carry a 5-year warranty, and come with a plush padded transport cover of
tough Cordura® fabric, a tuning key, and an owner’s booklet. Floor model harps also include a pair of
extra rubber rear foot pads, If you desire the
best in hand crafted instruments, then we can serve you. We also do custom finishing, and special
request for our instruments. Inquire
also for repairs of other makes, as we do virtually all repairs on other
brands of lever and pedal harps. |
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Below: Four of our
five harp models at the 2010 AHS Congress in Tacoma, Washington |
Another photo at the 2010 AHS Congress in Tacoma, Washington |
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Another photo at the 2010 AHS Congress in Tacoma, Washington |
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John Pratt Harp
Company
360 West 400 South Manti, Utah
84642
USA (435) 835-3541 — info@prattharps.com Copyright © 2010 John Pratt Harp Company. All Rights Reserved. |
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