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We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

I think this is a common case of owners and Tech's not realizing what they got. Hubbard is a respectable brand. Granted the homebuilt kits could be of a lesser quality.but everything in a harpsichord of that make can be restored and / or replaced. The company is still in business btw. Their French Double currently listed is $23,000.

-chris

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

I think this is a common case of owners and Tech's not realizing what they got. Hubbard is a respectable brand. Granted the homebuilt kits could be of a lesser quality.but everything in a harpsichord of that make can be restored and / or replaced. The company is still in business btw. Their French Double currently listed is $23,000.

-chris

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

Dave, you say "It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth."

This would indicate it has a $0 value.

What are those problems?

In general, harpsichords only sell for top value when they are in excellent condition, and many 70s and 80s vintage harpsichords have significant problems with failing plastic jacks and case warpage. These can be very expensive to repair.

Some photos might help evaluate the instrument.

If the sale is not advertised through harpsichord websites, what chance is there that anyone knowledgeable will bid?

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Ed Sutton
ed440@me.com
(980) 254-7413

Original Message:
Sent: 03-04-2025 15:43
From: Dave Conte
Subject: Pricing for surplus divestiture

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

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Dave Conte, RPT

Piano Technician in Residence
The University of Tennessee
College of Music
Knoxville TN
(817) 307-5656
Owner: Rocky Top Piano
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Ed, worth and cost are strange concepts. I tune pianos where the cost of the tuning is more than the piano is worth. Should  I refuse to service them?

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Larry Messerly, RPT
Bringing Harmony to Homes
www.lacrossepianotuning.com
ljmesserly@gmail.com
928-899-7292
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Original Message:
Sent: 03-05-2025 16:45
From: Ed Sutton
Subject: Pricing for surplus divestiture

Dave, you say "It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth."

This would indicate it has a $0 value.

What are those problems?

In general, harpsichords only sell for top value when they are in excellent condition, and many 70s and 80s vintage harpsichords have significant problems with failing plastic jacks and case warpage. These can be very expensive to repair.

Some photos might help evaluate the instrument.

If the sale is not advertised through harpsichord websites, what chance is there that anyone knowledgeable will bid?

------------------------------
Ed Sutton
ed440@me.com
(980) 254-7413

Original Message:
Sent: 03-04-2025 15:43
From: Dave Conte
Subject: Pricing for surplus divestiture

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave

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Dave Conte, RPT

Piano Technician in Residence
The University of Tennessee
College of Music
Knoxville TN
(817) 307-5656
Owner: Rocky Top Piano
------------------------------

Dave, you say "It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth."

This would indicate it has a $0 value.

What are those problems?

In general, harpsichords only sell for top value when they are in excellent condition, and many 70s and 80s vintage harpsichords have significant problems with failing plastic jacks and case warpage. These can be very expensive to repair.

Some photos might help evaluate the instrument.

If the sale is not advertised through harpsichord websites, what chance is there that anyone knowledgeable will bid?

We have a Hubbard double 5 ¼ 8va. Looks like a Franco-Flemish.

Transposing I assume 415/440. 92" in length, probably late 70's or early 80's.

It was built as part of a class by a former early music professor.

Simple case and trestle with a square rosette, papered on the inside of the rim and above the keyboard.

It has problems that would cost more to fix than it's worth.

We want to divest it, and that must be done through surplus.

Any suggestions on how much to ask as a reserve price?

TIA.

Dave