Israel,
A dozen people is a small enterprise. I wasn't insulting anyone, simply pointing out that if you need something from an enterprise like that, and they don't have it listed, you should contact and ask. Same applies to Pianotek, Schaff, Pianoforte Supply, Mapes, etc., etc. Virtually all suppliers we use can be contacted for needs beyond what they list.
Unfortunately, in some cases there is only one person, and that person may become unresponsive. That is the case with Hubbard as well as Instrument Workshop. Fortunately, Glenn Giuttari has apparently made an arrangement to at least carry Hubbard tongues as a service to the profession. I'm not sure what may be up with Zuckermann, as I have heard more than once that they are also not prompt in responding.
BTW, historic music wire of various sorts is readily available from several European sources. including Malcolm Rose, Marc Vogel, and Paulello. Shipping is a little pricey, but in my recent purchases, I have found that it is less than I expected.
Original Message:
Sent: 11/9/2020 12:32:00 PM
From: Israel Stein
Subject: RE: String availability
Fred,
Please don't insult Glenn Giuttari and his gang by calling their business "tiny". They may be a dozen or so fellows working away over there in Southern Massachusetts, but they have a a very wide reach. Supplies are a sideline - they build, restore repair and deal in historic keyboard instruments, with a showroom in Rehoboth and a world-wide listing of instruments for sale. When I wanted to sell my kit harpsichord prior leaving the US (California) some six years ago they found me a buyer - in Beirut, Lebanon of all places - and shipped it there. Ironic, considering my current address... They were very easy to work with, nice people. And yes, it is definitely worthwhile to give them a call - I'm sure they have lots of bulk wire hanging around the shop, and should be able to sell some.
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Israel Stein RPT
P.O. Box 68141
Jerusalem, Israel 9168002
510-558-0777
istein248@gmail.com
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Original Message:
Sent: 11-09-2020 11:47
From: Fred Sturm
Subject: String availability
The website for Harpsichord Clearing House should not be taken as being comprehensive. Give them a call or write them an email telling them what you need. We're talking about relatively tiny enterprises here, and one to a few individuals, not big, automated Amazon-style anonymous entities.
Regards,
Fred Sturm
"A mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled." Plutarch
Original Message:
Sent: 11/9/2020 8:39:00 AM
From: Rex Roseman
Subject: RE: String availability
Looking at the Harpsichord Clearing House site again, the problem is they only list wire with loops and I need bulk wire for a clavichord that is strung like a piano with one wire for 2 pins.
Original Message:
Sent: 11/9/2020 8:18:00 AM
From: Atsundo Aikawa
Subject: RE: String availability
Mmm. I've ordered Harpsichord Clearing House twice recently, and their responses were quick.
Haven't tried Zuckerman for a while, though.
Atsundo
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Original Message:
Sent: 11/9/2020 8:05:00 AM
From: Rex Roseman
Subject: RE: String availability
Tried both and could not get a successful responce.
Original Message:
Sent: 11/8/2020 11:26:00 PM
From: Atsundo Aikawa
Subject: RE: String availability
Harpsichord Clearing House
or
Zuckerman
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Atsundo Aikawa
New York NY
646-325-6966
Original Message:
Sent: 11-06-2020 08:02
From: Rex Roseman
Subject: String availability
Has anyone found someone to order strings from now that instrument workshop is out of business?
Thank you.
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Rex Roseman
Akron OH
330-289-2948
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