New harp unboxing! (Ballad harp from Musicmakers)

Musicmakers sent me this beautiful Ballad harp to use in our videos, and I'm taking you along as I unpack and play it for the first time! Thank you so much, Musicmakers! It's a wonderful harp!
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[@LearningtheHarp]

Here it is, the comparison between this Ballad and the Ravenna: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHvKnIKll8l5h5o 🤗

[@melora-on-harp]

Please do the comparison! I hear so many good things about Musicmakers and Dusty Strings, and I would love to hear the differences between their harps.

[@lindawhitaker7373]

Yes, I'd love to hear a comparison

[@SonnenkindJKG]

Me too!

[@SharonCullenArt]

When I was looking for a harp, at first I thought I’d want a Ravenna. But I had heard some parts were plastic. I don’t know if this is true or not. But then I started doing sound comparisons, and I started looking into Musicmakers harps and fell in love with the Jolie. I absolutely love it. I had a custom color made in a very deep green that fades to black along the edges. And then had a curly maple sound board put on. The only thing with a dark color is that it makes in more difficult to see my lowest F string. I was steered away from a dark soundboard for the same reason. People say it is more difficult seeing strings. But the sound is incredible.

[@annlicano3416]

Yes, always stay away from dark colors on harps because the darkness will bury the string making them difficult if not impossible to see. I have had 2 music makers harps and loved them both.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Woah that sounds like a beautiful harp, Sharon! Deep green is one of my favorite colors, so much so that I painted my harp studio a deep forest green! 🤣 I can imagine that might make it tricky with the F string. Hopefully it's something you get used to overtime! -Carrie ♥

[@Maris-W]

Not only does it look beautiful, but it sounded so clear.

[@kristenbarry_Bardic_Non-Scents]

I love to hear harp comparisons- especially since I have a ballad that I am in the process of building with major help from a friend. Waiting for the weather to warm up to apply finish.

[@IdwyR]

Haha, love the coffin joke😅 Please, do make a comparison video, I'm soooo curious!

[@MamaTinika]

FYI: It’s good to keep tha box in case you move to a new place. Helps protect it during a move. Yessss Gurl I’m here for it, do tha comparison. And dont worry I wasn’t judging you. You Good 👍🏾

[@LearningtheHarp]

🤣Yes, it's so helpful to have when you move!

[@cassieescobar8083]

OH MY GOSH Carrie! I JUST found this video of you unboxing your new beautiful Musicmakers harp! It was fun to see it actually being delivered and I laughed out loud at your "coffin" comparison box! You play so beautifully - free and angelic! I've enjoyed learning from your video courses and so thankful you joined LTH! Enjoyed seeing your kitty, Murph(y)? I have a tuxedo cat of my own and, well, being a cat, is also always curious at new things. (My cat LOVES boxes - any size, any shape!). Thank you for making the comparison video of your two harps. Both beautiful in their own way. Also, sometimes I have a hard time seeing my strings when playing - depends on what's in the background and if it's too "busy" with colors, it makes it hard. I have meant to ask you about your background when you teach the courses.

[@pbrawdy1]

the harp has a gorgeous sound!!! I love it!!! and it's beautiful too!! comparison would be great, however i know this one will be better on my ear!

[@LearningtheHarp]

So glad you love it!! ♥ --Carrie

[@SonnenkindJKG]

The cat playing harp is gorgeous! ❤😂

[@LearningtheHarp]

She is a very curious cat 🤣 Loves to check things out! She just got a little too close for comfort with her claws haha 😅

[@poohwol10]

Yes, please do a comparison video! ❤️🥰❤️

[@nwpioneer2551]

How beatuful. I can't ask for more than hearing your new harp played by a fantastic harpest.

[@LearningtheHarp]

That is so sweet!! Thank you ☺♥ --Carrie

[@KaysCutz]

Yes please do the comparison.

[@cheryla9951]

I would love to hear a harp comparison. Lately I have been considering a Musicmakers harp especially the Jolie. The Ballard sounds lovely!

[@chantal2049]

Hi Carrie, lovely video. I will probably see this harp somewhere in the video-lessons😊😢

[@LearningtheHarp]

You sure will! 🤗

[@shannonsharpstory]

Beautiful! Always fun to hear comparisons between harps, so yes, please do a comparison video! ♥️

[@GloriaGarcia-yv1tk]

Beautiful harp! Yes! Comparison please!

[@richardrapp4133]

Yes, I'd like to hear a comparison. I'm also curious about string spacing. Is there a noticeable difference between them? And, if you know, how do they compare to a Harpsicle?

[@LearningtheHarp]

There is a bit of difference in the string spacing, but not super significant! That might be something we cover more in depth in the comparison video, so stay tuned! 😃 And the harpsicle is quite a different feel, with the lower tension strings and more narrow string spacing. Much different sound quality too! -Carrie 💚

[@galedavis3976]

Hi Carrie. Beautiful wood. I would love to hear the comparison with the Ravenna.

[@nightflame69]

This harp is absolutely Stunning! Especially seeing that there is a purple version of it! I just recently began taking lessons to learn to play my harp. It’s only a baby though and only has 15 strings.

[@LearningtheHarp]

That's so exciting! Best of luck on your harp journey ♥ it would be fun to play a purple harp! 😃

[@nightflame69]

@@LearningtheHarpunfortunately the version I saw ~the purple version~ ran a total cost, with options of, I think, 4K. But since I’m just starting maybe it is something that I can save up for. I’ve only played a lever harp a couple times. 🥺 including the harp lessons I am currently taking 🥺

[@kohare63]

of course Murph was interested. it's a BOX. 😆

[@LearningtheHarp]

She loves a good box 🤪

[@eprohoda]

Learning! total nice ! till next time~ ✋

[@helenwright3711]

Yes do a comparison!

[@maryannscheeler2044]

Yes please! 🎉

[@dologuzy9759]

Yes!

[@HollisSankar]

Music makers really impressive.I wonder how many musical instruments there are in the world today. Anybody has a listing. Like the kits concept. Good to sell overseas.

[@LearningtheHarp]

It is pretty incredible to think about how many instruments there are in the world! 🤯

[@organist1982]

I would also be interested to hear how this compares to the Jolie. I understand the spacing and tension are less on the Ballad. I'm also wondering how the Ballad and Jolie compare to my Rees Brilliant Harpsicle.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Maybe we'll have to do a comparison of the Jolie and Ballad one day! 🤗

[@RC-kw6fx]

Beautiful! How fun. Yes! I would love to hear the comparison between the two harps.

[@naomilacken152]

Gorgeous Carrie! What were you playing at the end of the video? It was beautiful. I really enjoyed the video, very exciting 😀 😊

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thank you Naomi!! I'm playing the mid-intermediate level of The Water is Wide/When I Survey The Wondrous Cross ♥ --Carrie

[@janetkurnick1641]

I would love to hear a comparison.

[@cablenelsonbabygrandpiano842]

Beautiful ❤️ 👏 😍 🤩 👌 Thank you 😍

[@elizabethdexter3779]

The wood looks lovely but personally I don’t like the look of the pillar and the way it attaches to the neck. It probably makes it lighter in weight and more compact. Personally I really like the brighter sound. What is the tension. Are the strings nylon?

[@LearningtheHarp]

The strings are nylon and low tension! 🤗

[@owly33]

How many strings is this harp? And yes, a comparision would be great!

[@LearningtheHarp]

34 strings! You can read more about it here: geni.us/balladharp 💚

[@HollisSankar]

How to contact Music makers?

[@LearningtheHarp]

You could start by having a look at their website: geni.us/musicmakers Lots of helpful info there, and you can find contact details there too, if you want to contact them directly 👍🏻 If you decide to get a harp from them, remember to use coupon code “MakeHarpMusic” to get 10% off your first purchase 🎉

[@HollisSankar]

Thanks @@LearningtheHarp

[@annlicano3416]

I also own a Ballad. Music Makers harps have much better sound than the Ravenna. Good choice.

[@LearningtheHarp]

I think they're both great harps with different strengths! That's awesome you're enjoying the Ballad 😃

[@tamarariscica1924]

😁❤👌