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Description

For the discerning musician seeking an authentic touch, the William de Blaise Harpsichord offers a harmonious blend of craftsmanship and historical allure. This double manual harpsichord, crafted in 1970, exudes a timeless elegance with its FF - f’’’ range and intricate mahogany casing. Designed for both performance and aesthetic appeal, it boasts two 8-foot registers, a 4-foot register, and a buff stop, delivering a rich tonal palette that resonates with depth and clarity. Its four pedals allow for nuanced expression, making it a versatile choice for performances that demand precision and emotional nuance.

The removable turned legs provide not only a classical aesthetic but also ease of transportation for the traveling musician or ensemble. This instrument is as much a visual masterpiece as it is an auditory one, making it a centerpiece in any performance space. Whether you're a seasoned harpsichordist or a music enthusiast delving into Baroque and Renaissance compositions, the William de Blaise Harpsichord is a worthy investment in musical history and quality.

Key Features:

  • Double manual harpsichord
  • Range: FF - f’’’
  • Registers: 8’, 8’, 4’, buff
  • Four pedals for dynamic expression
  • Mahogany case with removable turned legs
  • Crafted in 1970
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Sturdy concert harpsichords which drew on design and engineering elements from British and German instruments

William de Blaise was born in Latvia in 1907 but settled in England in the 1950s. He became a prolific builder of harpsichords, turning out as many as 60 per year. This was largely thanks to his association with the Welmar piano company who made the harpsichord bodies for him (which was also why they were such solid and robust instruments) leaving de Blaise to concentrate on stringing, action, and tuning. Most of his more popular instruments were the 2-manual ones. but de Blaise also produced a triangular shaped, single manual spinet model which was quite popular for domestic use. However, due to the shortening of the scale, the tone was less satisfying.

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See how Steve Gray uses William de Blaise Harpsichord

Steve Gray

Keyboardist, Composer

Sky

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In this scan of the concert programme for Sky's Australian Tour of 1984, the listing for Steve Gray's onstage keyboard includes a William de Blaise double-manual harpsichord. Also used onstage the two previous years of touring with Sky.

From the "Fact File" on Steve Gray, Electronic Music Maker magazine May 1982 (http://www.muzines.co.uk/articles/fact-file/4289) Keyboards with Sky: Roland JP8; Oberheim OBXa; Oberheim OB1; Hohner Clavinet; William De Blaise harpsichord;

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