If you are a beginner or looking for a small harp, then Salvi and Lyon and Healy 34-string harps are the most basic options for everyone. They are lightweight in appearance and can be accommodated in a small space. Although they only have 34 strings, they are already sufficient for beginners or those who only play folk songs. In addition, many harpists will rewrite classical music to suit the 34-string harp, allowing this small harp to play more music.
We have specifically compiled some information on Salvi and Lyon and Healy 34-string harps for everyone to reference and compare.
Salvi Mia 34
Feature: Mia is fully manufactured in Italy and comes in two string versions – Silkgut and Lever Gut. Silkgut is more durable, while Lever Gut has stronger tension and produces a more vibrant sound. In addition, Mia uses a softer Pedal Gut compared to Ogden, making it easier for beginner or younger students to play. The original set comes with two sets of elevated feet, 10cm and 20cm respectively. Mia also offers more custom colour options for customers to choose from based on their preferences. It is the most affordable of the four options, starting at HKD 20,000!
- It is Salvi Student Lever Harp series
- Weight 10 kg, Height 123cm, Width 68cm， Soundboard width 32cm
- From 1st Oct. A – 6th Oct. C
- Made with Okume
- There are two string versions, Nylon or Lever Gut
Salvi Donegal 34
Feature: Donegal is entirely made in Italy, with a classical appearance that exudes an old-world charm. Its soundboard is adorned with elegant stripes. It uses BioCarbon® strings with lower tension, making it perfect for playing folk songs. Donegal is the only lever harp from the Salvi harp factory that embodies the characteristics of an Irish harp.
- It is Salvi Student Professional Harp series
- Weight 10.5 kg, Height 136cm, Width 73cm, Soundboard width 35cm
- From 1st Oct. A – 6th Oct. C
- Made with Fiemme Valley red spruce
- Using BioCarbon® Strings， which are light tension strings.
Lyon and Healy Drake 34
Features: The harp has a graceful and elegant appearance, with eye-catching colour combinations. It uses BioCarbon® strings, which produce a more melodious sound than Silkgut strings and have lower tension than gut strings, making it easier for beginner or young students to play. The original design comes with a set of 20cm high feet. The price is slightly higher than Mia’s.
- It is a new-to-market Lyon and Healy Lever Harp
- Weight 10 kg, Height 125cm, Width 68cm, Soundboard width 32cm
- From 1st Oct. A – 6th Oct. C
- Made with Okume
- Using BioCarbon® Strings， which are light tension strings.
Lyon and Healy Ogden 34
Features: Ogden has a long history and is well-known among Lever Harps. Its soundbox is larger than Mia and Drake, and it uses Pedal Gut Strings, producing a grand and powerful sound with the same tension as Pedal Harps, making it easier for players to adapt to playing Pedal Harps. Ogden is suitable for a wide range of players, from beginners to professional harpists, depending on individual needs. The original model comes with two sets of high legs, 10cm and 20cm, as well as a thick outdoor carrying case, eliminating the need for additional accessories. The price of Ogden is similar to Donegal.
- It is a Lyon and Healy Lever Harp
- Weight 12.7 kg, Height 135cm, Width 71cm, Soundboard width 36cm
- From 1st Oct. A – 6th Oct. C
- Made with Pacific Northwest Sitka Spruce
- Using Pedal Gut Strings， strings tension is as same as Pedal harps.
After reading the above information, we believe that you have a better understanding of Salvi and Lyon & Healy’s 34-string lever harps. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
