These Psalteries are all made to order, using hand selected, custom milled hardwoods. The tuning is chromatic, with the diatonic scale on the right and the sharps and flats on the left. This can be reversed for left handed players. The strings are bowed between the anchor pins. A truly delightful tone is produced. We make four differently sized and tuned models. Variations to fit your desires can be made.
The side rails and tuning block are maple. The standard soundboard and back is mahogany. Different woods for the soundboard and back as well as wood trim on the perimeter, are optional.
The standard bridge is constructed of maple laminated between two sections of wood to match the wood type on the back. The traditional round soundhole is standard, but you may select options, ours or yours.
One bow is standard using the same wood used on the back. A tuning wrench and rosin are also furnished. All finishes are clear shellac and lacquer.
| Model | Description | Price | Order |
| Psaltery Soprano; 22 strings C to B Approx. 15.75"X5.5"X1.5" | $169 | ||
| Psaltery Alto; 22 strings F to E Approx. 19"X6.5"X1.5 | $199 | ||
| Psaltery Tenor; 22 strings C to B Approx. 23.5"X8"X2" | $219 | ||
| Psaltery Bass; 22 strings F to E Approx. 29.75"X10"X2" | $219 | ||
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| Alternate soundboard - Cedar - Spruce | $19 | ||
| Alternate back wood Cherry, Oak, Maple | $19 | ||
| Alternate back wood Curly or Birdseye Maple, Walnut | $29 | ||
| Alternate back wood Koa, Padauk, Purpleheart, Zebrawood | $42 | ||
| 3/8" Trim on rails and tuning block Mahogany | $19 | ||
| Extra Bow or Bow only | $22 | ||
| Padded Cloth Carrying Case Soprano and Alto | $49 | ||
| Padded Cloth Carrying Case Tenor and Bass | $59 | ||
| Oak Carrying Case Plush lined Soprano and Alto | $79 | ||
| Oak Carrying Case Plush lined Tenor and Bass | $89 | ||
| Psaltery Video instructions | $49 |