Deluxe Harmonium: Various Sizes

Description The harmonium is a hand pumped reed-organ which developed out of the merging of European and Indian traditions during the colonization of India. Adapting droning Indian music sounds to a western keyboard layout, the harmonium is an acoustic instrument which has many versatile uses. Most commonly heard in Indian Classical Music, Kirtan and sacred chant music, the harmonium works well for sound baths, meditations, and anywhere that drones and melodies resonate. Didge Project currently stocks 3 harmonium models, each with a set of unique features. The Deluxe 3 1/4 Octave Harmonium The Deluxe 3 1/4 Octave Harmonium by Musician’s Mall is a concert quality instrument that is packed with features and is notable for it’s build quality, sonic richness and portability. Made of finished pine wood, this instrument features 9 pull-out control knobs on the front face: four drone pull-out knobs in C#, D#, G# and A#, as well as 5 “stops,” which allow for different combinations of reeds to be mixed for unique sound design options. Additionally there is a a two-octave coupler which automatically doubles the amount sound you are putting out. With a 6-fold bellows, this harmonium allows for very dynamic playing from a bright full volume all the way down to subtle soft tones. The sustain is long lasting and the reeds have a very consistent sound throughout the entire range. Dimensions: Length: 21 1/2″ Depth: 13 1/2″ Height (folded): 8 1/2″ Height (in playing position): 14″ Weight: 25 lbs. Includes carrying case as shown in photos. MM Baby 2 1/4 Octave Harmonium This compact, standalone (non-folding) 2 1/4 octave, Delhi harmonium is made special for us. The Baby Harmonium is perfect for anyone beginning to learn, for those who want to travel with their instrument or for anyone wanting a simple but effective harmonium. The keyboard starts on F and ends on G. There are no air stops or drone stops, making this a streamline instrument. It is 9 inches high, 10 inches deep and 15.5 inches wide, weighing in at 11 lbs. It is easy to carry by the metal handles on the sides, or in the padded vinyl carrying bag it comes in. Also, please note that because these harmoniums are made of pine wood, which is quite soft, minor dings and blemishes are normal. Bina 23b Kirtan Harmonium Our most popular harmonium, especially for use as a kirtan harmonium. This is the instrument used by many well known kirtan singers, including Jai Uttal. It is relatively small and portable and has a full sound. It measures 21 1/2 by 12 by 13 inches and folds up into suitcase like box, with a handle, that measures 21 1/2 by 12 by 7 inches. It weighs 21 pounds and is small enough to bring as “carry-on” on an airplane. This instrument has 3 1/4 octave keyboard, an octave coupler, 3 fold bellows, 4 stops and 2 drones. The reeds are voiced B/M. This hand tuned harmonium is appropriate for professional and serious musicians and for those who lead kirtans. We spend a couple of hours sweetening the tuning, in addition to our usual inspection and setup. We make sure it is in tune with itself. Also, please note that because these harmoniums are made of pine wood, which is quite soft, some dings and blemishes are normal.