Andrew Garlick

Ruckers 1644 (single manual)

This is an example of the classic, seventeenth century Flemish harpsichord that became a model for all north European further development of the instrument. The sound is robust and almost renaissance in quality, especially playing toute ensemble, 1 x 8′ and 1 x 4′.

Single manual, GG-AA-d3, 1 x 8′ + 1 x 4′, buff to 8′, case decorated in traditional Ruckers style with marbled exterior and papered interior in a choice of patterns, tripod stand, integral music desk, bone naturals ebony sharps, wooden jacks, voiced in delrin.