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- #35,784 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
- #47 in Harps
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STRICH 7 METAL STRINGS LYRE HARP
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Next door neighbor
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2025
First off, I play clarinet, ukulele and noodle around on the electronic keyboard.I welcomed the opportunity to add another instrument to my collection and decided to take a chance on this lyre.Although the brand is listed as Strich this is made by Donner, a well-established brand.There are no markings on the lyre for notes or string numbers. I figured out that the strings are numbered one through 16, from left to right, from lowest to highest notes. I made a mark with a pencil and erased it to test how easy it would be to erase and to confirm it won’t damage the finish. I then marked the notes and string numbers to make it easier to get started.Good: looks nice, has a very pleasant sound, wood is smooth and pleasant to handle, and it’s very lightweight. I do not know how this compares to other lyres. It’s small enough to play on one’s lap, seated, or standing upright. It’s the perfect size to carry around or for children or seniors to play.Bad: marketed to beginners who could benefit from having the strings marked (at least could provide removable stickers or sets of stickers for alternate tunings).I downloaded an iOS app called “insTuner.” At the time of this review, it’s free.The included booklet is limited; it’s intended to cover seven- and sixteen-string lyres. I would prefer a dedicated booklet for each variation.In the booklet: brief history of the lyre; one song for 16 strings - but no video on how to read the music notation; mode and tuning order of the lyreIncluded extras: simple black padded case with single shoulder strap; can be affixed to either right or left side. The case has a small zipper pocket on the front with “Strich” printed on it in white. Inside the zipper pocket: user manual; extra set of strings - clearly numbered; tuning wrench; cleaning cloth; two picksNote: since the strings are steel, they’ll need time to settle in. So once you tune the entire set, play a little and check and adjust the tuning. Every time you play, tune first. After a while, the strings should stay mostly tuned - but it’s a good habit to tune before every session.I would like to see a video link for: “how to tune,” a free tuner app, music lessons, tablature downloads, and how to change the strings. Strich/Donner could offer a free tuner app or feature on their site. A booklet with a few recognizable beginner songs would help beginners get a feel for the instrument by playing easy songs like “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” Additionally, Strich could partner with a YouTube Lyre player or influencer to provide a free lesson or a pass to download a few tabs.This review is for ASIN: B0DK9GKD7MSTRICH Lyre Harp 16 Strings, Mahogany Body, Bone Saddle, Complete Accessories Set with Gig Bag, Tuning Wrench, Spare Strings for Beginner
Gaia
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025
Great for starting out. I play piano and dabble with other instruments here and there- particularly when traveling. It's always nice to have different instruments around the house and studio to create different sounds/ play with different tunings or just create effects with . It's relaxing and good practice to find inspiration from other instruments. Very portable, comes with tuning tools,extra strings, dust/ carry bag. Holds tune well, sounds good. Some people definitely make it sound better than I do:) There is quite a bit of info available online for different tunings. Also videos for learning to play. I am having fun playing w/ different tuning possiblities while I get familiar with it. Great for trying it out ! I do not regret ordering and would definitely order again !! It is actually a cool instrument to have around!
Diann MC
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025
I’ve never played a string instrument. I’m a woodwinds gal, but I’ve always wanted to “tinker” around with strings. I got this lyre harp for that exact purpose. It has been quite a learning experience trying to just tune the thing.I’ve done much research on the topic and the YouTube videos re right when they say that you’ll need to tune it frequently until thing settle in. I spent a couple of hours tuning and retuning it for my very first try. And then when I was done plucking Amazing Grace on the strings, I decided to check the tuning again. Sure enough, the strings had lost their tuning. I’m sure that it will get easier once the strings fully break in.This little harp has been rather amusing. It seems to be well made and I was impressed that it came with a spare set of strings. It’s not intended for concert quality, but it does make for an inexpensive way to see if a string instrument is even something of interest.
Holly L Danklefsen
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2025
Wasn’t sure what to think about this instrument. I have never played before and thought it would be fun to learn. Seems like a very nice beginner set. Comes with extra strings and tools to tune it as well. It’s made out of a nice wood with a pretty finish. The sound seems as it should and being that I have zero experience in what another might sound like I cannot attest to its sound quality but it sounds great to me. Comes in a nice case for travel complete with strap.
Rocket Rob
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
Am absolutely impressed with this mahogany 16-string lyre! Elegant looking and an interesting addition for display alongside other in-home musical instruments, this beginners lyre is well worth the investment. As a total beginner, this is a unique experience to be able to learn the basics of a string instrument. (This lyre does NOT have the strings marked with note designations, if that matters to you.) Very nice quality and includes a carrying case backpack, tuning wrench, extra wire, picks, and a small booklet of two songs for beginners. There are so many options available online for those interested in teaching themselves the basics, however. Look for Amazing Grace as an easy start that will prove doable AND memorable. Quite a treat to experience.
Lizzie
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
This is a tiny little lyre. It comes with a nice carrying case, an extra set of strings, a pick, a cleaning cloth and a tuning wrench.It came to me horribly out of tune, and the manual does not outline which octave each string is supposed to be in, only the note. It's easy enough to figure out if you have some musical background, but if you don't, the manual is not very helpful. Luckily the product page itself tells you. While tuning, the G4 and A4 strings kept slipping back out of tune which was incredibly frustrating. I finally got them to stay somewhat where they're supposed to be, but they're never going to be perfectly in tune.Once in tune, the lyre still doesn't have a great sound to it. It's probably the limitations of how small it is and how narrow the hollow body is. It doesn't allow for much resonance.It's fun to play around with still, but don't expect much.
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