Dusty Strings

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Founded in 1979, Dusty Strings has been building high-quality musical instruments for over 40 years. Based in Seattle, Washington, this small company has a strong commitment to customer service and craftsmanship.

At the heart of Dusty Strings' mission is the belief that music enhances people's lives. They strive to help bring music into the lives of their customers through the instruments they design and build. From harps and hammered dulcimers to accessories, Dusty Strings products are renowned for their exemplary craftsmanship and fair value.

The company's approach to customer service sets them apart. Dusty Strings believes customers deserve to interact with friendly, knowledgeable staff who will take the time to understand their individual needs. Whether you're an experienced musician or just starting out, the Dusty Strings team is happy to answer any questions and guide you towards the right instrument.

Integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement are core values at Dusty Strings. They treat customers, employees, and partners with respect, and work together to innovate and deliver the best possible products and services. With over 19,000 dulcimers and 20,000 harps built to date, Dusty Strings has established itself as a respected player in the musical instrument industry.

Ravenna Line

Ravennas are Dusty Strings' most affordable harps, with a soundbox made of laminated birth, and a neck and pillar of solid ash.

Ravenna 26
  • 26 strings;
  • 3½ octaves; Low: C, one octave below middle C; High: G, 2½ octaves above middle C;
  • Height to top of soundboard: 31 inches;
  • Maximum height: 39 inches;
  • Maximum soundboard width: 11 inches;
  • Weight: approx. 14 lbs.;
  • Stand adds approx. 3½ lbs.
  • Finishes: Natural, Burgundy, Green, Black
Ravenna 34
  • 34 strings;
  • 4¾ octaves; Low: C, two octaves below middle C; High: A, 2¾; octaves above middle C;
  • Height to top of soundboard: 38 inches;
  • Maximum height: 49 inches;
  • Maximum soundboard width: 13 inches;
  • Weight: approx. 21 lbs.; Case adds approx. 7 lbs.; Stand adds approx. 3 lbs.
  • Finishes: Natural, Burgundy, Green, Black

Boulevard

Boulevard
  • 34 strings;
  • 4¾ octaves
    Low: C, two octaves below middle C
    High: A, 2¾ octaves above middle C
  • Height to top of soundboard: 38 inches
  • Maximum height: 48 ½ inches (53 ½ inches with stand)
  • Maximum soundboard width: 13 inches
  • Weight: approx. 21 lbs. including stand (case adds 7 lbs.)
  • Soundboard: clear finished laminated Finland birch
  • Neck and pillar: solid beech with black lacquer finish
  • Soundbox: laminated Finland birch with black ash-grained vinyl veneer

Allegro/Crescendo Line

These are Dusty Strings' mid-priced harps, with a laminated birth soundboard. Sides, back, neck and pillar are solid sapele.

Allegro 26
  • 26 strings 3½ octaves;
  • Low: C, one octave below middle C; High: G, 2½ octaves above middle C;
  • Maximum height without legs: 39 inches;
  • Maximum height with legs: 50 inches;
  • Maximum soundboard width: 9 ½inches;
  • Weight of harp and legs: approx. 14 lbs.
  • Woods: Sides, back, neck and pillar: solid sapele
  • Soundboard: laminated Finland birch
Crescendo 34
  • 34 strings;
  • 4¾ octaves; Low: C, two octaves below middle C; High: A, 2¾ octaves above middle C;
  • Maximum height with stand: 53 inches;
  • Maximum height without stand: 48 inches;
  • Maximum soundboard width: 13½ inches
  • Weight: Without stand: approx. 22 lbs.
  • Woods:Sides, back, neck and pillar: solid sapele
  • Soundboard: laminated Finland birch

FH Line

Top-of-the-line harps of Dusty Strings, the FH models are made of all solid wood and come in a choice of five hardwoods.

FH36H
  • 36 strings;
  • 5 octaves; Low: C, two octaves below middle C; High: C, three octaves above middle C;
  • Maximum height: 54 inches;
  • Maximum soundboard width: 14 inches
  • Woods: Sides, back, neck and pillar: sapele, walnut, maple, figured cherry or bubinga
  • Soundboard: solid mahogany in the mid and upper ranges and spruce in the bass, overlaid with book-matched figured hardwood veneer and bordered with purfling and edge binding
FH36S
  • 36 strings;
  • 5 octaves; Low: C, two octaves below middle C; High: C, three octaves above middle C;
  • Maximum height: 54 inches;
  • Maximum soundboard width: 14 inches
  • Woods: Sides, back, neck and pillar: sapele, walnut, maple, figured cherry or bubinga
  • Soundboard: solid mahogany in the mid and upper ranges and spruce in the bass, overlaid with book-matched figured hardwood veneer and bordered with purfling and edge binding