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Used Harps For Sale 

About Our Used and Consigned Harps

Used and consigned used harps are available on occasion. These are either owned outright by West Coast Harps with a limited warranty or owned by a third party and are consigned to West Coast Harps on an "as is" basis.

Unless otherwise stated, the listed harps for sale here are in our current possession allowing for transparency and accuracy as to their posted description and condition. Our used harps may be viewed at our Cedar, BC studio by appointment.

For harps not on-site, potential purchasers are encouraged to view instrument first before committing. West Coast Harps endeavors to provide as much information as we can to assist your decision-making

Shipping of Used harps can often be arranged through West Coast Harps within Canada. 
If you wish to view or purchase a used harp, or wish to consign a harp with West Coast Harps, please contact Alison.

Used Harp & Accessories Listings below in order of date consigned:


COMING SOON!
Dusty Strings FH26 Walnut, older style


Christina 26 Therapy harp with full accessories

  • 26-string lap harp made by Triplett Harps (CA, USA)
  • Serial # 10619, approx 3 yrs old, 1 careful owner
  • Walnut soundbox, neck & pillar, maple veneer soundboard
  • Full set of Camac levers
  • Even, rich voice, in as-new condition
  • Includes: ergonomic lap bar, strap lock and shoulder strap, display stand, padded case with backpack straps, complete spare string set  & carved tuning wrench.
  • For further information on this model of harp visit the Christina Therapy Harp page on this website
  • Comparable new price:  approx CAD$3860 + taxes

This harp: CAD$2950- pick up in studio. 
Will also ship within Canada - ask for shipping quote

Maple Flatsicle "Plus" (4 levers/octave) with pickup installed & accessories

  • 26-string lap harp made by Rees Harps (Indiana, USA)
  • Serial # S 2230, approx 10 years old
  • Levers on F, C, B & E strings enable play in 5 major keys 
  • Maple neck & pillar, maple laminate soundbox
  • Includes installed pickup with 1/4" jack insert (tested and works well)
  • Also includes padded  carrying case, clip-on electronic tuner, metronome, shoulder strap & tuning wrench
  • Structurally sound, no apparent blemishes 
  • For further information on this model of harp visit the Flatsicle Lap Harp page on this website (note: this harp has additional levers on E strings, 1 more than the Flatsicle model)
  • Comparable new price:  approx CAD$1850 + taxes

This harp: CAD$1150- pick up in studio. 
Will also ship within Canada - ask for shipping quote

Ron Wall 30-string Bird's-eye Maple harp

  • One owner, as-new condition, built approx 1994 by BC luthier, Ron Wall
  • Clear, resonant voice, concert string spacing, medium string tension
  • Re-strung Oct 2022  with 30 nylon strings: 9 bottom wound nylon & upper 21 monofilament nylon
  • Full set of loveland levers
  • Birds'-eye maple neck, pillar and soundbox
  • Height:  104cm/41" at shoulder joint; 114cm/45" at top of pillar;  greatest depth: 66cm/26"
  • Weight: 11.8 kg/26 lbs  Width at base plate: 36cm/ 14"
  • Includes padded case, antler handle wrench, 2 books

​NEW PRICE!: CAD$2500 / USD$1925- pick up in studio  
​Will also ship within Canada - ask for shipping quote

Bresch (BC) 33-string lever harp (Ivory finish)

  • 33-string Celtic Harp made by Walter Bresch of White Rock BC (now deceased)
  • Serial #E1-800-08
  • Rich even voice, concert string spacing, medium string tension
  • Strong Maple laminate construction with durable, professional ivory painted finish (auto shop)
  • Newly re-strung (Sept 2022)
  • Full set of Loveland levers
  • Height:  122cm / 48" at shoulder joint; 140cm / 55" at top of pillar;  greatest width: 65cm/ 25.5"
  • Weight: 11kg/22 lbs  Width at base plate: 41cm / 16"
  • Rectangular soundbox, angled for comfort

​NEW PRICE!: CAD$2750 / USD$2100 pick up in studio  
​Will also ship within Canada - ask for shipping quote

Yorkville music stand

  • Model Yorkville BS-321
  • As-new condition
  • Collapsible top, adjustable stand 
  • Wide sheet music desk
  • All-metal construction
  • New price CAD$65 + taxes

This stand: CAD$45 - pick up in studio


​Austrian-made Chromatic Hammered Dulcimer

  • 102 string hammered dulcimer with solid spruce top
  • Luthier: - Peter Peturschnigg, Lienz-Tirol
  • 34 courses of 3 strings each in semi-tones ascending
  • Bottom note: E below middle C
  • Top note: C# 2 octaves above middle C
  • Total range: almost 3 octaves, chromatic
  • Excellent condition, some cosmetic scratches on back
  • Weight: approx 20 lb
  • Dimensions:  top edge: 38cm/15",  bottom edge: 91cm/36", breadth: 56cm/22", height: 6cm/2.5"
  • Includes crafted hammers, tuning wrench, vinyl cover
  • Handles on top and bottom edges of instrument
  • For more photos see Used Dulcimer page

REDUCED PRICE! - CAD$850- pick up in studio
Will also ship within Canada - ask for shipping quote
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Traditional Heritage Paraguayan style 36-string harp with loveland levers

  • Rare Andes-made harp with a colourful Inca face and head dress at top of pillar
  • Originally purchased from Atahualpa Poalasin, legendary harpist from Ecuador. 
  • 36 strings, all loveland levers except one missing lever
  • Hardwood body and soundboard (cedar by appearance)
  • Beautiful rich tone
  • Light string tension, close string spacing
  • F strings red, C strings blue, tuned down in pitch 1 tone
  • Light-weight: 6.6kg / 14.5lb
  • Height: 147cm / 58",   Width: 41cm/  16"
  • Depth (span of horizontal neck):  76cm / 30"
  • Includes spare string set (standard Cs red, Fs blue) and brass tuning socket

REDUCED PRICE! - CAD$1200 - pick up in studio
​Unable to ship - sorry!

 Folding Harp Cart - II - not self-standing


Light-weight folding cart for transporting smaller lever harps
Has custom platform added for security of base of harp
Bungie cord included to secure harp to back of cart
Extendable handle with comfortable grip
*This is designed to work best with square or staved back harps and may not be suitable for all lever harps, especially rounded back harps
As-new condition


USED PRICE - CAD$30 pick up in studio
(New price - $45 without cord/platform + tax)
​

 Harpsicle Adjustable Stand - Standing height


Standing Adjustable stand for Harpsicle Family Harps
As-new condition - REDUCED! - CAD$125

(New price from Harpsicle Co is USD$225 + shipping)​
​
Ask for shipping price within Canada only

Additional Information available on these stands from the Harpsicle harps website

Smart Stand" and "Smart Cart"  - developed by Laurie Riley

Maple wood "Smart" Harp Stand
  • For small harps up to 13 lbs
  • Adjustable height
  • Easy-to-play angle
  • Works for a variety of harp models
  • Includes nylon carrying case with shoulder strap
  • More information at HarpStand.com

Walnut wood "Smart" Harp Cart
  • weighs 6 lbs
  • adds 4" height to the "Smart" Harp Stand
  • 4 castor wheels with brakes
  • Both Stand and Cart in as-new condition
  • More information at Smart Harp Cart

REDUCED PRICE! For sale as one unit for CAD$300
(New price: USD$585 + shipping)

Alison Vardy
alison@westcoastharps.com

phone: 250.722.2912 
West Coast Harps 
2235 Hummingbird Drive
Nanaimo  BC  V9X 1G6
CANADA