FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
-
The Ogden is a high-tension "pre-pedal" harp with gut strings and a big, warm tone, while the Drake is a lighter-tension Celtic-style harp with synthetic strings, faster response, and a thinner tone.
-
The Ogden is a 34-string "pre-pedal" lever harp strung like a pedal harp with high-tension gut strings, known for its warm, complex sound and rich history.
-
The Ogden uses high-tension gut strings, similar to pedal harps.
-
The Ogden requires more finger strength and features gut strings that break more frequently, making it more challenging than lower-tension harps. It's best suited for players transitioning to pedal harps.
-
The tension and string spacing closely resemble pedal harps, making it an ideal preparation instrument before moving to a full pedal harp.
-
Choose the Ogden for warm, sophisticated tone and preparation for pedal harp; choose the Drake for Celtic music, easier playability, and lower maintenance; choose the Boulevard for pedal-like tension in compact dimensions.
-
The Drake requires less maintenance with its synthetic strings, while the Ogden's gut strings break more frequently and need regular attention.