This took about a month to get to me. I ordered it towards the end of November and didn't get it until December 20th. Then when I tried to play it, it was VERY out of tune. Adjoining strings sounded the same note. The scale sheet was way in the back of the pile, so I had no idea what the strings were supposed to sound like until I played through some songs sounding very off key and then found the scale and tuning sheet.
They give you a tuning tool that you slip over the pegs to tighten or loosen them to find the right pitch. I have experience tuning guitars and playing instruments, so I know what the scale should sound like. I had to tune nearly every string on it, and it took me a while. I don't think someone who was not already familiar with scales and playing music would be able to do it.
I think this is a good gift for someone who understands music to give to someone trying to learn music. They can tune it up and explain the notes. The note sheets are printed with the notes tied in a line, so you can follow the right order and read the rhythym by the type of note.
It is two octaves in the key of G. It has a nice tone. It is nicely crafted of polished wood,and the top is laquered and painted with a stencil. It comes from Belarus, so it is like having a folk craft item. The tone is very bright and ringing.
It is fun to play. You get twelve songs to start with, but you can go through those fast and want more, which look to be kind of expensive at $12 for 20. I guess it is a good instrument to help you learn to play by ear though. It comes in a box, which I would keep to keep it in. That will keep the dust off and keep it from getting knocked out of tune. It seems there is also a carrying bag available for this.
I would say it is worth the money because it is like a real instrument. It is good quality and not too big or heavy. It is just sturdy enough and small enough to be nice to hold in your lap and play.
European Expressions Intl Lap Harp Music Maker Toy
4.5 | 959 ratings
Price: 54.99
Last update: 01-10-2025
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PLAY BEAUTIFUL MUSIC INSTANTLY: Anyone can play the music maker regardless of experience. Simply slide a song sheet in the player and pluck the strings and you are a musician.
HANDMADE ARTISAN QUALITY: Made of ash and specially selected hardwoods. Because it is handmade, each Music Maker is unique. There is no other in the world exactly like it.
INSTANTLY ENJOY THE MUSIC YOU CREATE: Includes 12 songs, pick, tuner and spare wire. Comes tuned for immediate enjoyment. A wide variety of additional song sheets are available.
WONDERFUL FOR THERAPY AND TEACHING: In schools, nursing homes, hospitals, rehabilitation centers...and in hundreds of thousands of homes across the world the music maker is bringing joy
SIMPLE TO TUNE AND MAINTAIN: Tuning and string replacement can be done with ease at home. Hand made in Belarus.
HANDMADE ARTISAN QUALITY: Made of ash and specially selected hardwoods. Because it is handmade, each Music Maker is unique. There is no other in the world exactly like it.
INSTANTLY ENJOY THE MUSIC YOU CREATE: Includes 12 songs, pick, tuner and spare wire. Comes tuned for immediate enjoyment. A wide variety of additional song sheets are available.
WONDERFUL FOR THERAPY AND TEACHING: In schools, nursing homes, hospitals, rehabilitation centers...and in hundreds of thousands of homes across the world the music maker is bringing joy
SIMPLE TO TUNE AND MAINTAIN: Tuning and string replacement can be done with ease at home. Hand made in Belarus.
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