by Steve Moss | Jan 13, 2012 | Harp Finishes, Harp Repairs |
Cracks like these are almost never a cause for concern If you own an older harp, say thirty years old or more, you may be familiar with the little cracks that can develop on either side of the tuning pins, as shown in this photo. In some cases, cracks like these crop...
by Steve Moss | Nov 24, 2011 | Harp Regulation, Lever Harp |
I recently received a question about how to deal with buzzing levers on Salvi lever harps. While they are good quality and sound good when they’re in good regulation, Salvi levers are prone to a buzz when engaged, especially in the lower strings. Since I had a...
by Steve Moss | Nov 11, 2011 | Harp Repairs |
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaJ5BMa3GSE] I had a reader recently write in in response to my article, “What is a Harp Regulation Anyway?” She referenced a section where I discussed checking the pedals for clicks and other issues: “I check...
by Steve Moss | May 18, 2011 | Uncategorized |
“How much is my harp worth?” As a professional harp technician, this is the question I dread the most. Why? Because there is so little information available on what harps actually sell for on the used market. When someone asks me or another technician for...
by Steve Moss | Feb 21, 2011 | Uncategorized |
Q: I dropped my tuner and nicked my soundboard. Is there a relatively easy way to patch it? I know it’s very minor, but it really bothers me. Hope this isnt too dumb a question! I appreciate your advice. Amber A: Dear Amber: This certainly isn’t a dumb...
by Steve Moss | Nov 23, 2010 | Uncategorized |
I have made several segments from my DVD, Harp Care with Steve Moss, available for free as YouTube videos. These two together make up the harp tuning segment. I demonstrate the mechanics of tuning lever harps in both the Key of C Major and the key of Eb Major, as well...
