Harmonium
Harmonium
The Harmonium is an instrument that is indispensable in India and that is used in the religious field, in classical music, in folklore and for playing within the family. It owes its popularity mainly to its easy handling. The Harmonium can be compared in its functioning to the accord-eon. Air is pumped into an enclosed space by means of bellows. With a keyboard it is possible to open specially defined holes, through which the pumped air is then pressed. The reeds attached to the openings (double, triple or quadruple reeds) are set vibrating and so produce the desired note.
Many years we offered mainly the fol-gable harmoniums of different makers as the fact that many clients want to carry their instrument or travel with it made it obvious for us to concentrate on this models' as this harmoniums are higher in weight and in price and because due to the more of mechanical parts more problems can arise we now changed our mind and offer mainly stand models which causes less problems and which are also very good for transportation in connection with the new flexible carry bag from Paloma. As the weight of the harmonium is also less then that of the holdable ones we think that is a good decision to go on. The only fordable Harmonium we have is the scale changer from Paloma. With that instrument we had continuous good experience and we are able to recommend it highly.
Of course, we understand that somebody who purchases an instrument is also dependent on accessories and spare parts. Also in this respect we can satisfy the needs of our customers. Should an instrument be defective at any time, we can arrange for appropriate restoration. As a rule we can deliver any instrument offered on our website within 1 – 2 weeks. Our international lists of teachers enable everybody to find information about a teacher in their proximity. You can expect from us: reasonable prices, prompt service and straightforward processing of purchase and delivery.
Portable harmoniums fold up into a suitcase-like box ½ to 2/3 of their regular height. There is a handle in front so they can be carried with one hand like a suitcase. If you are traveling around a lot with your instrument this is an attractive option, since it’s lot easier to carry a harmonium this way than by the two side handles of a regular harmonium. If you’re not, then it’s just another moving part. In general, you sacrifice no sound by getting a portable.
Four Octaves, 11 Stops, 7 extra Notes, Complete Teak Wood, Brass Fittings. Extremely high sustain. Left Coupler Fitted. Black Color. Four sets of Highly Air Sensitive reeds. Tuned to International Scale A-440. Very High Quality Harmonium. Other Colors also available on Special Order. 3 3/4 Octaves, (44 notes) Bass, male & Female three lines (Vertical reed-board system) English style keys, Best quality reeds, Four extra reeds (Basses) Teakwood cabinet
ortable harmoniums fold up into a suitcase-like box ½ to 2/3 of their regular height.
Most harmoniums have two or three sets of reeds per note. See below for how these reeds can be voiced. Double reed instruments can be great, and all you need. A triple reed instrument will give you a fuller sound and more flexibility.