Baltic Psalteries

Kankles are the oldest and most archaic of Lithuanian string instruments. They were thought to be associated with death.

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The Medieval Psaltery – “Pig-snout”

pig snout psaltery medieval musical instrument

It was hugely popular in Britain and most parts of Europe throughout the Middle Ages.

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Maren Barnett on Latgale KokleBaltic Psalteries, Thank you very much for letting me know it had arrived. It was definitely a huge surprise. I don’t know how you managed to successfully send the kokle over here during such times, b…
Renata Samorost on 18-string Helm-shaped “Finist”I've fallen in love with this instrument! It's not so difficult to learn how to play this. The sound is so strong and rich, it resonates through the whole body during the play. I purchased it 4 years…
Linda Stuart on 9-string Wing-shaped with the tailMy kantele , well-wrapped to protect it on its journey, arrived in short order. It is beautiful and the sweet tones are encouraging me to learn to play. Thank you so much!
Bob Baxter on 18-string Helm-shaped “Finist”My 18 string helm gusli and case arrived today, beautifully packed. What a beautiful instrument! The one thing missing was a tuning wrench, however. I hope to figure a way to get it in tune as the sou…
Ravi Basawa on Five string KanteleThe kantele I received (much earlier than expected) is high quality and has a beautiful sound and appearance. It is testament to the high quality care and craftsmanship from Sergey/Baltic Psalteries.…
Grace on 9-string Wing-shaped with the tailWhat an elegant beautifully-crafted and incredible instrument. It took a while to arrive but I am so grateful I have it in my hands! I'm a beginner and enjoying its mystical sound and quality. A wonde…
Giuseppe Olivini on “Lebedushki” 9 stringsI am delighted to have received your instrument. It has a truly wonderful sound! My compliments for the quality of your work. Can't wait to use it !!! Hope to be playing around again soon so I can mak…
Brenna Corbit on 9-string Wing-shaped with the tailThe Wing Shape Kantele arrived in perfect condition. The seller was always quick to communicate with me and alerted me when it was shipped. It came to America quite quickly. It is amazing that these i…
Kyle Bossard on KantelePackage received in immaculate condition, and love the finish. Finally get to use it and it sounds great! Was always available to talk to with questions about the product and extremely helpful! An eas…
Simona Smirnova on 6-string wing-shaped psaltery for childrenThank you for the beautiful kanklės I received all the way to New York, USA. I have been playing your instrument for two months now, and it sounds great! It keeps tuning well, the sound is deep and vi…
Jessica Garzke on Medieval Psaltery Pig-Snout 16 stringsI am really happy with it! It is as gorgeous as the photos promised-thank you very much!! I will recommend your work and will likely buy another instrument from you later ? Stay save and all the best…
Karsten Kiewitt on 9-string Wing-shaped with the tailThe Kokle is very nice and the sound is beautiful.
Filip Alexandra on Medieval Psaltery Pig-Snout 16 stringsI'm really pleased with it! Thank you so much! Best regards, Alexandra Filip
Jungsup Oh on KanteleBoth packages well received, The Kantele is in good shape, I am more than satisfied with your work! Thank you for the great services!
Irina Kirillova on “Avdoshki” for kidsЗдравствуйте! Гусли получили, с радостью открыли, и дочурка сразу же начала учиться играть на них. Благодарю вас за труд. Ирина ?
Victor Firkowski on “Gamayun” 9 stringsIt is perfect. Thank you very much for your work! Victor Firkowski
Ani Hopkins on Five string KanteleIt’s really amazing, I’ve been having such fun playing it.
Graham martin on 18-string Helm-shaped “Finist”Sounds elegant and looks beautiful, I'm very happy, thank you.
Mathonwy Bostock on “Phoenix” 11 stringsThank you so much for the psaltery! It is beautiful and sounds wonderful. It arrived at my house today. I'm sorry that I asked you about shipping so many times because the pandemic delayed everything.…
Svein Gustav Hoff on 6-string wing-shaped psaltery for childrenThank you for instrument. It arrived in postage yesterday. The Kantele even was perfectly in tune when I opened the box. It is of good quality, the one I bought. You are talented workers. Best regards…

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