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