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Listings updated 27 November 2025
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*** FEATURED *** CALIFORNIA DREAMIN'
Flemish double manual harpsichord after J. Ruckers (1624) by Kevin Fryer, San Francisco, 2002. 55 notes (GG, AA - d'''), 2x8', 4', buff. Transposing A=415-440. Handsome reverse keyboard with ebony naturals and bone-topped sharps. Case and soundboard decorated by Adrian Card, with custom Pacific Northwest-inspired motives in historical 17th century style. This beautiful instrument has a truly exceptional sound and a crisp, responsive action, with lots of contrast between the rich and bold lower 8' and a bright upper 8', with lots of 4' sparkle. Stand disassembles and lays flat for easy transport, with integrated leg brackets. A concert-quality instrument from a highly respected American builder. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $32,900.
*** FEATURED *** NON PAREIL
An absolute stunner. French double manual harpsichord after Vaudry (1681) by Owen Daly, 2023. In like-new condition. 2 x 8', 4'; 53 notes, BB (GG)-d''' with split sharp for BB/D# at A=415. Wooden jacks, quilled in Canada goose. An exceptional instrument with a lush but focused sound, lots of color and complexity, and crisp, responsive action. Elegant and understated without the gilded gaudiness of some French instruments, with walnut case and stand and exquisite soundboard art by Janine Johnson. A fine example of the versatility and beauty of a 17th century-style French harpsichord by one of the USA's truly gifted builders. Turned stand disassembles for transport. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $34,900.
*** NEW *** I BELIEVE IN YESTERDAY...
Zuckermann double manual harpsichord, ca. 1976. 63 notes, FF-g''', at A=440. Can be tuned to 415. 2 x 8', 4', with buff stop. New pearwood jacks, quilled in Canada goose. Reverse keyboard with case decorated in antique French country style. Extended treble compass makes for a versatile instrument suitable for repertoire from French baroque to the sonatas of Scarlatti and Soler. Comes with four-piece matching stand and custom music desk. Nationwide delivery and international shipping available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $16,900.
*** NEW *** BIG SOUND, SMALL SPACE
English spinet after Logan, built in the Zuckermann shop, 2003. 61 keys, GG - g''', at A=415. Can be tuned to A=440. Gorgeous natural cherry case, reverse keyboard. A rich, robust sound with lots of color and a friendly, easy action. Spinets, with their long stringing scale, provide the finest and most resonant sound available from a compact instrument. From the collection of a professional keyboardist, this instrument has been meticulously maintained and is in concert condition. Comes with matching music desk and three-piece stand, which comes apart for easy transport. Photo credit: Abby Watt. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $11,900.
*** NEW *** ARTICULATE AND AFFORDABLE
Zuckermann unfretted clavichord, recently rebuilt and restrung. 58 notes, GG-f''' at A=415. Gorgeous chestnut-finish natural wood case. Older-style keyboard with plastic keytops. Clear tone and sensitive, forgiving touch. An affordable, stable, and reliable instrument perfect for students, teachers, and just about anyone needing to practice in a thin-walled apartment after 10 pm. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $2,950
LES GOÛTS RÉUNIS
French double manual harpsichord after Tibaut (1691) by Mascheroni and Cristini, Milan, 2021. 2x 8', 4'. 52 notes, GG/BB - c'', with split sharps in the bass, at A=415. Comes with custom turned apron stand and music desk. Beautiful antique finish with elegant gold banding. A clear and lucid sound which shines in 17th century repertoire from a noted Italian builder. Instrument is in Oklahoma. WATCH VIDEO HERE. New price: $20,900 OBO.
***PRICE REDUCED*** CLASSIC ENGLISH BEAUTY
Flemish single manual harpsichord after Ruckers (1639) by Andrew Wooderson of Bexley, Kent, UK, 2021. 52 notes, BB-d''', transposing A=415/440. Beautiful craftsmanship inside and out. Bone naturals and oak sharps, marbled case with Flemish papers, and custom turned oak stand. A truly fine and versatile instrument in like-new condition by a well-respected British builder. Comes with music desk, full complement of tools, and custom travel cover. Instrument is located in Chicago. WATCH VIDEOS HERE. Asking $19,900 OBO.
SOLD - SILVER FOX
Double manual harpsichord by W.C. and N.J. Smith, 1991. 63 notes, FF-g''', at A=415. Can be tuned to 440. 2 x 8', 4', with peau de buffle available on both manuals. Newly restrung, requilled, and revoiced. Reverse keyboard with grenadilla naturals and fruitwood sharps. Extended treble compass makes for a versatile instrument suitable for repertoire from French baroque to the sonatas of Scarlatti and Soler at an economical price. Comes with four-piece matching stand, and music desk. Nationwide delivery and international shipping available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $11,900.
SOLD - IT'S EASY BEING GREEN
Zuckermann Italian Virginal III by David Van Ness, ca. 1975, revoiced by The Harpsichord Shop, 2025. 54 keys, BB - e''', at A=415. Can be tuned to A=440. From the collection of the late Laurette Goldberg, this well-built instrument has a rich, round bass and one of the sweetest treble registers we have ever heard on one of these models. Comes with music desk and three-piece stand, which comes apart for easy transport. Perfect for a small space or as an easily-transportable gig instrument. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $4,500
SOLD - A CLASSIC IN ITS OWN TIME
Fortepiano after J. A. Stein, by Hugh Gough, 1954. 68 keys, F - c’’’’, at A=432. Beautiful walnut case with decorative inlays. Reverse keyboard with ebony naturals and ivory sharps. Rebuilt by Gough in 1971; knee levers replaced with pedals (including split damper pedal to mirror the effect of the knee levers). Additional restoration in 1991 by noted historical keyboard conservator Tim Hamilton, Boston, MA. An fine instrument by an important British builder and student of Arnold Dolmetsch. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $13,900
SOLD - LES TENDRES SENTIMENTS
French double manual harpsichord by Anderson H. Dupree, 1985. 61 notes, FF-f''', transposing A=415/440. 2 x 8', 4', with buff stop on upper manual. Action rebuilt by Paul Irwin in 2020. New wooden jacks by Jacob Kaeser, requilled in white delrin and revoiced in 2024 by The Harpsichord Shop. Beautiful soundboard painting by Marsha Coppers. A seasoned instrument with an elegant, lucid sound and responsive touch. Louis XV style apron stand with six detachable legs for easy transport. Comes with matching music desk and custom travel cover. Nationwide delivery and international shipping available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $21,900.
SOLD - IL MAGNIFICO
Italian harpsichord by David Werbeloff, 2001, after the Smithsonian 'Large Italian'. 2 x 8' 55 notes (GG, AA,-d''',) transposing A=415/440. New wooden jacks, quilled in Canada goose. A rare opportunity to own a gorgeous harpsichord in mint condition from a highly-respected Boston builder, richly resonant yet with a lucid and clear tone. Meticulously crafted, this true inner-outer instrument has a gorgeous carved mahogany stand which comes apart for easy transport. Matching music desk, upholstered bench, and custom travel cover included. Shipping and delivery options available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. SUMMER SALE PRICE - $16,500.
SOLD - GENTLE GIANT
Large unfretted clavichord after Per Lindholm (1788) by Andrew Lagerquist, Op. 9, 2009. 68 keys (FF-c'''') at A=415. Double strung in yellow brass and iron, with additional 4' choir from FF-A in the bass. A truly exceptional instrument with a wide dynamic range, big color palette, sensitive touch, and profound resonance from one of today's most respected builders. Extended range makes it suitable for most early Classical repertoire, and its bold character invites performance with solo voice or melody instrument. Case measures 80" x 23.5" Legs detach for transport. Comes with a custom travel cover. WATCH VIDEO HERE. SUMMER SALE PRICE $13,500
SOLD - STAR OF THE SEA
French double manual harpsichord after Taskin from Zuckermann components by Lance Montfort Myers, 2003. New keyboards by David Calhoun; new wooden jacks, requilled and revoiced by The Harpsichord Shop in 2024. 63 notes, FF-g''', transposing A=415/440. 2 x 8', 4', buff. Case decoration, gilding, and exterior Chinoiserie by the builder. Exquisite lid painting by renowned maritime artist Mark Myers. Comes with elegant Louis XVI turned apron stand and matching upholstered chair. A visually stunning and instrument in concert condition with bold resonance, light and comfortable action, and lots of color recently played in recital by harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani. Nationwide (USA) delivery and international shipping options available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $24,900.
SOLD - ABSOLUMENT MAGNIFIQUE
French double manual harpsichord after Taskin (1769) by Craig C. Tomlinson, Vancouver, BC, 2020. 63 notes, FF-g''', transposing A=415/440. 2 x 8', 4', buff. A stunning instrument from one of Canada's leading builders, featuring consummate craftsmanship and a rich, robust sound - all in like-new condition. Sits on an elegant table stand with turned, fluted legs which detach for transport. Comes with music desk and custom matching bench. WATCH VIDEO HERE. PRICE REDUCED TO $39,900.
SOLD - PRACTICALLY PERFECT
Fretted clavichord after Manoel de Carniero Sr. (Oporto 1796) by Owen Daly, 2006, refurbished by the builder in 2021. 61 keys (FF-f''') at A=415, Unfretted from C down, double fretted from C#-f'''. Resonant, clear tone and sensitive, responsive action makes this instrument perfect for a wide range of repertoire. A beautiful clavichord from one of America's most highly respected and sought-after builders. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $8,900.