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The Unfretted Clavichord after Gerlach

61 notes: FF–f''', A415, double strung
Case in cherry
Frame & floating panel lid
Swiss pine soundboard
Four turned cherry legs, screwing into the bottom of the case
Reverse keyboard with ebony naturals, bone-slipped accidentals and pearwood arcades
Strung in Malcolm Rose Yellow Brass
Overspun bass strings
Cast brass hinges

CAREY BEEBE • MMVII

Private commission, Hong Kong

 
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Keycarving detail (rear of keylevers) Keycarving detail (Balance point)
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Instrument ready for action
Gerlach clavichord strings 46K jpeg
Bass stringing detail showing secure loops

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