Includes:
Instrument
Exclusive free online video tutorials
Cake of rosin & cotton (for the wheel)
tangent adjustment tool
Padded
gig bag
Do you want to compare our different models of Hurdy Gurdies? Visit our Comparison page.
Description & Features:
This delightful instrument is a fusion of medieval stylings and modern playability. This newest model in our line has a balanced full tone, powerful enough to keep up with any jam session. Best of all, we designed it to be adaptable to a variety of player's needs- for instance our stock model has 5 strings, but it can be customized to have more, or less depending on your budget & needs.
This delightful instrument is a fusion of medieval stylings and modern playability. This newest model in our line has a balanced full tone, powerful enough to keep up with any jam session. Best of all, we designed it to be adaptable to a variety of player's needs- for instance our stock model has 5 strings, but it can be customized to have more, or less depending on your budget & needs.
If you're new to hurdy gurdies, you'll never want for sonic range with
the Aquitaine. While you're at it, check out 'Options' to the right. If you're an experienced player with something
specific in mind , the Aquitaine can be customized for your needs, just drop us an email to have us create one for you.
* 5 strings– 2 melody strings & 3 drones (gut)
(standard model)
* trompette / chien /buzzing bridge
(the “dog”)
* Fully chromatic with 2 octave range-23 Keys
* Gut strings
* Geared tuners are standard for ease of tuning
*Sitka Spruce soundboard
* All hardwood construction for best possible tone
*Fully adjustable tangents & split nut
* Removeable handle
Note: Is there a feature you want but don't see here? We
probably include it even though it's not listed. Feel free to drop us an email for more specific info.
Here is a soundclip of the old Appalachian song 'Shady Grove' (not exactly trad. French music, but we couldn't resist!
performed by George & Anwyn)
Short soundclip demonstrating the range of the instrument
Options:
*Artwork- Available! price varies, click here for more details/pictures
*artwork
included on 6 strings & more*
*Sympathy strings (click for more info) - add $95.00
*4
sympathy strings, tuned in sets of two
*Custom artwork available- additional charges apply
*Spare string set - $135.00
*Drone
capos (click for more info) - $40.00 per capo
*Electronic pickup hardwired into instrument- your choice of several electonics packages,
starting at just $105.00 Click for more info
Do you have questions that aren't answered here? Just give us a call at toll free 888-265-9711
/ 541-596-2006, or you can send us an email.
We provide a one year warrantee with all our hurdy gurdies,
but we build them to last a lifetime.
Buy with confidence-
1 year warrantee