Rees Harps is a family-owned business that produces high-quality, handcrafted harps with a range of prices and sizes to meet the needs of both students and professional harpists around the world. They also offer harp strings, music bags, tuning keys, music stands, and other harp accessories.
Founded in 1972 by William Rees.
Started by producing harps using a modified design that he developed.
In 1983, Rees Harps introduced the Harpsicle Harp, a lightweight and affordable harp that became popular among students and beginners.
Over time, Rees Harps continued to innovate and develop their line of harps, including the Fullsicle Harp, the Sharpsicle Harp, the Sienna Harp, and the Spectrum Harp.
Currently run by the second generation of the Rees family: Dave, Dave's wife Sharon, and Dave's brother Tom.
Based in Rising Sun, Indiana, USA.
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A lightweight and affordable harp that is designed for beginners and students. Available in a range of colors and comes with 26 strings and full levers. Weighs only 5 lbs.
A mid-range harp that is designed for both students and professionals. Comes with 26 strings and full levers. Available in a range of finishes and wood types.
A professional-grade concert harp that is designed for advanced players. Comes with 40 strings and full levers. Available in a range of finishes and wood types.
Rees Harps offers a wide range of harp strings, including gut, nylon, and wire strings. Each string is carefully crafted to produce the best possible sound from the harp.
Rees Harps offers a range of harp accessories, including music stands, tuning keys, music bags, and more. These accessories are designed to enhance the playing experience and provide the necessary tools for maintaining the harp.
All Rees harps are made by hand in Rising Sun, Indiana, USA.
Lever harps are smaller and less complex than pedal harps. Lever harps are typically played with 22-36 strings and are restricted to playing in specific keys. Pedal harps are larger and have 40-47 strings, allowing them to play in any key.
The Harpsicle Harp is smaller and more affordable than the Fullsicle Harp. The Harpsicle Harp has 26 strings, while the Fullsicle Harp has 26 strings with full levers. The Fullsicle Harp is louder and has a richer sound than the Harpsicle Harp.
Yes, Rees Harps offers financing options through their website. Customers can apply for financing and pay for their harp in monthly installments through a third-party provider.
Rees Harps offers a 5-year warranty on their harps against defects in materials and workmanship. If a problem arises during the warranty period, Rees Harps will repair or replace the harp at no cost to the customer.