Лавка. Archived Items. "Preire" russian vargan by Dubrovsky

Place of manufacture: Khabarovsk, Russia
Reed lenth: 98 mm
Rigidity: average
Material: steel, bronze, steel reed
Set: vargan + metal pendant case

Description:

To begin with, this harp, like all the harps of this master, is a real work of art - graceful curves, carefully polished edges, a bronze plate. An image of a bison is cut out at the base of the reed. A metal case with suede lining, which also serves as a carrying case, is in set. All of this together for a long time makes you simply contemplate, but the sound of the instrument and the performance on it is another pleasant surprise! Due to the structure of the reed, the effective length of which is 78 mm, as well as the peculiarities of its fastening, determine some features of the performance and sound of the harp itself. The sound is very loud, even sharp, but not cutting. It has crazy sustain and precise articulation and breathing. The accuracy of the beating is not too picky, but it will not tolerate a negligent attitude to itself. More demanding when playing the so-called "Yakut beat." Almost symmetrical in bilateral beat. When beating "to yourself" is somewhat more dynamic. Recommendations : continuing, professionals, collectors.