TPW Italian Virginal Kit - by The Paris Workshop
TPW Italian Virginal Kit by The Paris Workshop - supplied in kit form for home assembly.
TPW Italian Virginal Kit 56+1 notes: GG–d''', transposable A392/A415/A440, in version 1 with lid, flap, music desk and turned stand
The Italian Virginal is our latest design, inspired by an unusual original instrument from the early 18th century with an inset keyboard.
The characteristic virginal tone emanating from the extra enclosed space at the right hand of the keyboard truly envelops the player. (There is a tool box at the corresponding left hand of the keyboard.) The case is of “false inner-outer” construction with the inner natural maple veneers contrasted against the painted lime exterior.
We have increased the versatility for modern players by fitting a fully chromatic keyboard, and allowing for transposition both up to A440 without the loss of the top note, and down to A392.
This is a most interesting instrument to build and play, and very suitable for musicians of all standards to explore the repertoire.
The photograph shows the prototype with cherry inner veneers.
Spinet Kit Options:
Version 1 standard, ready to assemble
For more details about this or any other kit from The Paris Workshop, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Email: sales@earlymusicshop.com
Tel: 01274 288100
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Range |
56+1 notes: GG–d''', transposable A392/A415/A440 |
| Disposition | 1x8´, no buff |
| Wood |
Case in lime, lid and bottom in poplar |
| Keyboard | Boxwood naturals and fruitwood accidentals |
| Action | Traditional wooden jacks working in boxguide |
| Stand | Turned, demountable |
| Dimensions | Length 168cm ~ Width 57cm ~ Depth of case 21cm |
| Weight | about 20kg |
| Instructions | Manual in English full size paper drawing |
| Level of difficulty | Suitable for beginners |
| Standard version | Version 1, ready for assembly |
| Specifications subject to change without notice | |