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Listings updated 6 June 2026
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*** FEATURED *** ONE IN VERMILLION
French double manual harpsichord after Taskin (1769) by Oliver Finney, 1986. Completely rebuilt by The Harpsichord Shop, 2026. 61 notes, FF-f''', at A=415. 2 x 8', 4', with buff stop. Wooden jacks quilled in black delrin. Reverse keyboard with grenadilla naturals and bone-topped sharps and a beautiful historical soundboard painting by S. C. Siebert. A seasoned instrument in concert condition with a silvery, robust tone and just enough shimmer from the 4'. Apron stand with six detachable legs which unscrew for easy transport. Comes with matching music desk and elegant wooden bench. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $18,900.
*** NEWLY LISTED *** PIPE DREAM
Horizontal layout chamber organ by Friedemann Buschbeck, 1999. Single 8' stopped diapason, scaled like a 'big boy' church organ, not like most portable continuo organs. 51 notes, CC - d''', transposing A=415/440/465. Minimalist case design in poplar, with beautifully crafted keyboard and a light, responsive action. Electric blower spatially isolated from wind chest for added tuning stability. Horizontal layout makes for easy tuning in 5 minutes or less. Organ detaches from stand for transport. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Asking $15,900.
*** SALE *** 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: $14,900.
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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.
***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 - ENGLISH ELEGANCE
English bentside spinet after Baker Harris (1765) built in 1997 from a Hubbard kit. 60 notes (FF, GG-f''') at A=415. Strung in brass throughout. Beautiful polished mahogany case finish with burled inlays. Bone naturals and ebony sharps. 75" spine length. Newly requilled in delrin and revoiced by The Harpsichord Shop. A lovely little instrument with a gentle yet present sound with the compass and easy touch suitable for a wide range of repertoire. Easily transportable with a three-piece stand and matching music desk. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $8,500.
SOLD - 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.
SOLD - 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.
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 - 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.