EMS 29 String Gothic Harp & Padded Gig Bag (Walnut, Extra String Set)

The Gothic harp was the standard harp in Europe from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance. It was a large harp with a tall body, with a distinctive plucked sound. This harp is an ideal instrument for those wanting to explore medieval music, and is non-standing harp played on the lap.

This Gothic harp, designed by The Early Music Shop, U.K., from iconographical examples of the French Gothic harps. The body, arm and pillar are Walnut and the soundboard is ply. There are 29 DuPont nylon strings, tuned F2-F6.

Unlike modern harps, the Gothic harp is not strung from the back. Each string is held into the soundboard by tension and a small button topped peg. This is a non-standing lap harp with delicate lines. The graceful arm and pillar are accented with fluid curves. 40 inches long by 20 inches deep. The base of the resonator is 5.25 inches wide by 2.25 inches deep. Padded Nylon Gig Bag & Extra String Set. Free Shipping.