The Harpsichord Shop
INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE
Listings updated 7 July 2025
CHECK OUT OUR INCREDIBLE SUMMER SALE!
International shipping and USA delivery available. Contact us HERE.
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*** SUMMER SALE *** 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.
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*** SUMMER SALE *** 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
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*** SUMMER SALE *** IT'S HIP TO BE SQUARE
Antique square piano by George Garcka, London, 1792, restored by Thomas Winter, 2008. 61 keys, FF-f''', at A=415. Beautiful mahogany inlaid stand, satinwood inlaid nameboard. Ivory naturals, ebony sharps. Levers control buff rail and damper lift ('Moonlight Sonata') mechanism. New strings and dampers. Garcka was one of the '12 Apostles' who came to England from Germany after the Seven Years' War, establishing a shop on Wardour Street in London where he built pianos until 1792. This is one of his last instruments. WATCH VIDEO HERE.
SUMMER SALE PRICE: $5,900
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*** NEW *** PARISIAN BLUE
French double manual harpsichord after Nicolas Dumont (1707) by Gregory Bover, 2011. 60 notes, FF-e''', transposing A=392/415/440. 2 x 8', 4', with peau de buffle on upper manual. Reverse keyboard with grenadilla naturals and bone-topped sharps. Wooden jacks, quilled in delrin. Beautiful custom lid and soundboard paintings. Elegant and colorful sound combines the lucidity and clarity of Flemish instruments with the full and rich bass of the later Parisian builders. Comes with four-piece matching turned wood stand, matching upholstered bench, music desk, and custom travel cover. Nationwide delivery and international shipping available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $19,900.
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*** FEATURED*** 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.
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*** 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: $20,900 OBO.
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***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.
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SOLD - SMALL, DARK, AND HANDSOME
Zuckermann Flemish single manual harpsichord,1981, rebuilt by The Harpsichord Shop, 2025. 57 notes, GG-d''' transposing 415/440. 2x8', with new buff stop. Bone naturals with ebony sharps. Beautifully decorated with striking marbling and Flemish papers. Custom lid motto available for an extra charge. A versatile instrument with a resonant bass and assertive treble, voiced to be a great continuo powerhouse for large or small ensembles. Comes with new Zuckermann music desk and four-piece stand which disassembles for easy transport. Nationwide delivery and international shipping available. WATCH VIDEO HERE. SUMMER SALE PRICE: $5,000.
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SOLD - TANGERINE IS THE NEW ORANGE
Zuckermann Italian Virginal III, ca. 1975, rebuilt by The Harpsichord Shop, 2025. 54 keys, BB - e''', at A=440. Sweet, round sound with crisp, bold voicing and rich sustain. 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. SALE PRICE: $3,500
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SOLD - JUST ADD FRESCOBALDI
Italian harpsichord after Gregori (1726) by noted Canadian builder Edward Turner, 1984, rebuilt by Craig C. Tomlinson, 2010. Restrung by The Harpsichord Shop, 2024. False inner/outer, 2x 8', 49 notes, EE (CC) - e''', optional short octave tuning (CC, DD, EE, FF, GG) in the bass. Transposing A=415/440. 6' 3" spine length. Legs detach for easy transport. A boldly voiced and reliable instrument at a great price perfect for both large and small ensemble work. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $5,900.
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SOLD - HAYDN IN PLAIN SIGHT
Fortepiano after Stein by Fisk and Kaeser, 1995, finished by Dale Munschy, 2023. 61 keys, FF-f''', double strung throughout, with hand-operated moderator. Newly veneered and finished in mahogany, strung in Malcolm Rose English brass and Birkett “P” iron wire. A stable, concert quality instrument with a precise, responsive action and wide dynamic range, made by some of the finest builders in the American historical keyboard field. Located in the Boston, MA area. Free delivery within 200 miles; shipping and nationwide delivery available. WATCH VIDEO HERE and HERE. Asking $22,500.
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SOLD - (FANT)ASIA AND FUGUE
Flemish double manual harpsichord after J. Ruckers (1624) by Ronald Haas, 1989. 56 notes (GG - d'''), 2x8', 4', buff, transposing A=415-440. Bone naturals, ebony sharps. Wooden jacks recently requilled in Canada goose quill. Case and lid decorated by the builder with colorful Chinoiserie relief in 18th century style. This beautiful instrument has a truly exceptional sound and a crisp, responsive action, with lots of contrast between the rich, mellow lower 8' and a bold, incisive, and bright upper 8'. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $17,900.
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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.
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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.
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SOLD - GORGEOUS AND SENSITIVE
Small unfretted clavichord by Thomas Goff and Joseph Cobby, 1948. A stunning instrument in excellent conditon by pioneering British builders, with a sweet, delicate sound and long sustain. CC-d', double strung, with ebony and bone reverse keyboard and listing board. Gorgeous burled case veneer with lovely inlays. A rare gem of an instrument from an important historical builder. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $6,900.
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SOLD - THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL
Single manual Flemish harpsichord after Dulcken by Craig C. Tomlinson, 1988. 61 notes, FF-f''', transposing 392/415. Can be tuned up to 415/440. 8', 8', 4', with buff rail. Wooden jacks, quilled in white delrin. A big, bold, profoundly resonant instrument with a bass that goes on for ages by one of today's premier builders with gorgeous soundboard painting by Olga Tomlinson. Stand disassembles for transport. Comes with bench and custom travel cover. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $18,900.
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SOLD - TRÈS MAGNIFIQUE
An absolute stunner. French double manual harpsichord after Vaudry (1681) by Ronald Haas, 1975, rebuilt by Derek Adlam. Currently being restrung by The Harpsichord Shop. 8', 8', 4', buff; 54 notes, GG-d''' with split sharps for AA/CC# and BB/D# at A=415. Wooden jacks, quilled in black delrin. An exceptional instrument, both inside and out, with a lush but focused sound and crisp, responsive action. A single-owner instrument meticulously maintained, it is a fine example of the versatility and beauty of a 17th century-style French harpsichord. Exquisite turned and gilded stand disassembles for transport. WATCH VIDEO HERE. Asking $27,900.
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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.
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