Hurdy Gurdy
$139.95
Build and play your own Hurdy Gurdy with this beautifully engineered building kit. Inspired by medieval craftsmanship and refined with modern design, this working string instrument uses a hand-turned wheel to bow the strings, creating the rich, droning sound the Hurdy Gurdy is famous for. Intricately detailed and full of old-world charm, it’s a captivating project for music lovers, makers and history enthusiasts alike.
Number of parts: 292
Assembly time: 4-8 hours
Level: intermediate
Model size: 40*16.5*22 cm
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The Hurdy Gurdy traces its origins back to 15th century Europe, evolving from the early organistrum (a portable organ) into a beloved instrument of travelling musicians. By the 17th and 18th centuries, it experienced a renaissance among the noble class, with beautifully decorated bodies featuring intricate carvings and inlays. Often described as “medieval rock’n’roll,” the Hurdy Gurdy has a sound and presence unlike any other instrument.
This Hurdy Gurdy building kit lets you recreate that history with your own hands. Once assembled, it becomes a fully functioning musical instrument. Turn the crank to rotate the wheel and create a continuous drone, while pressing the keys to form melodies - a simple yet mesmerising mechanism that blends music, engineering and craftsmanship.
Designed for hands-on builders, this kit is made from high-quality wooden components, precisely pre-cut and ready to assemble. No special tools are required - simply remove the pieces from the boards and construct your instrument step by step.
Perfect as a unique gift or an immersive personal project, the Hurdy Gurdy building kit combines creativity, mechanics and music into one unforgettable build. Display it proudly - or better yet, play it.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.386 kg |
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| Dimensions | 37.8 × 17 × 5 cm |
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| Number Of Parts | 292 |
| Model Size | 40*16.5*2.2 cm |
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