Flemish basic Harpsichord


Our Flemish harpsichords have been inspired by the famous instruments of the Ruckers Dynasty. They have a strong and brilliant sound, deep in the bass and clear towards the treble.

The instrument is constructed in the following versions:

  • two manuals: 2×8′ – 1×4′ – lute
  • two manuals: 2×8′ -lute
  • one manual:  2×8′ – 1×4′ – lute
  • one manual:  2×8′ – lute

Principal characteristics:

extension g-d for 59 keys
transposing keyboard: 415-440 Hz
keyboard of linden or pine wood covered with ebony for naturals and covered ebony for sharps
soundboard of red spruce
case of linden, poplar or spruce (depending on availability or upon request)
the basic model includes a monochrome varnish with the characteristics goldleaf bands
the basic model includes also 6 screw legs or a stand in style

Also available:

extension g-e for 59 keys
4′ running both on the first and on the second manual
coupling of the two manuals with the dog leg system
first 8′-register switched off, second 8′-register switched off
transposing keyboard 392 Hz
delrin jacks
plectra from raven feather
“dismantlement” (patent C. Mascheroni ℗)
stand in style
handmade parchment or wooden rose
flemish paper with or without motto
decorated soundboard
paintings in the interior of the lid
bench in style
transport cover
cover for legs and music desk
bench cover