This answered my question as to whether I want a bridge (new model) or without a bridge (old model). I think for buyers, these shouldn’t be seen as “new” as “better” but simply if you want a bridge or not. Personally, I like the vibrancy, sustain and richness the bridge-less lyre has, but the bridge lyre fares better with individual notes. It stands out more in the mix whereas the bridge-less the notes tend to blend together for that ethereal/cathedral sound. The bridge-less’ higher notes have that twinkling echo effect that’s just lost on the bridge model. Though, on the bridge model, you can hear the basser notes way more clearly. To each their own! If someone wants a sound that has less echo for you to add your own effects, go with the bridge. If you’re someone who likes the echo and won’t be doing any heavy post-processing, go with the bridge-less.

Oh man. They are very similar but they sound quite different. I think I'm partial to the older model (which is odd cuz I typically favor sound cavities opposed to flat boards). That lyre sounds really good though. Honestly, you can't go wrong either way. I just love the sound of lyres.

Your videos are excellent I've watched a few, just one thing there is no such instrument as a Lyre Harp, only Lyres or Harps. eBay and Amazon sellers when they advertise Lyres or Harps tend to add both words to the description to attract more hits, the same way some sellers list Ukelele Banjo Guitars Basses.

Both are beautiful lyres it seems to me. I prefer the sound of the old one, it has more softness and depth to it, in my experience. Thank you very much Maria for this comparison video.

Great video. I personally have two Aklots - the solid one you have with a bowl rather than a soundbox, and a deerhead one. Both sound great. Aklot seems, by and large, to be very good value for money. Thanks for putting this here.

Thank you so much for this comparison! I've been eyeing the original version for quite some time, and only just realized that it now comes in a new version as well. With the price difference I was curious, but after hearing them side by side I definitely know which way to go. I realize it's up to personal preference, but I MUCH prefer the more mellow sound of the original!

thank you dear

After I heard the sound the one without musicbox is very charm to me. Ty now I could decide which type I'm going to with.

The one with the sound hole sounds more like a harp. I’m glad I watched this before buying one. The other one looks cool but too twangy. I always wanted to learn to play the harp but it’s so big and not easily accessible and not easy to store so the lyre just seemed like a alternative for me.

The original one sounds like water, and the new one sounds like air. Thank you so much for these videos. This is my future harp. Would this be considered, a liar, or a harp?

thank you! this was a great review, super helpful!

I like your older one. I think it would be very good accompaniment for a flute. I make a variety of flutes and I think that I will purchase one of these and see how they work together. Thank you for your assessment and comparison It was very helpful.

Both are beautiful instruments and both sound so dreamy ✨ The sound of the old one is deeper and "grounded" if that makes sense, and the new one is brighter and light, a "heavenly" sound. In my humble opinion, the new one is best for the bright tone, but I'm planning to buy both eventually because the price is so convenient for what you get... Thank you for taking the time to review them. Your video is really useful 💖💯

wow they both sound good strummed!

I just received the new ver. Love it!!!

Very useful, thank you

I'd been thinking of getting one of these and wondered about the differences. There doesn't seem to be any noticeable difference in volume between the two models. Anyway, thanks, very useful video.

Which one is heavier? I'm actually wanting to buy one but i like heavy ones since they tend to be more resonant. Also, thank you for this video! It answered most of my questions❤

Hi, Maria.... Have you made any videos of songs with the harps yet? If so Would love to hear and see them.

Thank You. I prefer the hollow but I’m guessing your staying with your first. You've grown accustomed to its face. Lol. Wonderful presentation

Maria, is it normal for a 16 string lyre to have uneven string height? I have the Aklot w/o the bridge and the strings vary quite a bit in height. I am considering a Walter.T and hoping it might not have this issue. Thank you in advance for any help. 🙂

Do you think it would be possible to restring and change the tuning and put the lowest notes in the middle of the harp? I was wondering if I could do some kind of reverie harp style tuning, where one side is C, E, G, A and the other is D F A C? Thanks!

Hello, it's me, again. Sorry, I have a problem with my instrument. One of the lyre strings is not working, I mean when I try to turn it it instantly sweeps or goes out of tune. Would you be so kind as to advise me, please?

Hi! I am a beginner lyre harp self-learned! Im trying to look for an affordable but QUALITY sound one that's 22 strings or more. Whats your recommendation? Does it matter if its nylon or metal strings??

Seems like the old model resonates more with high notes and the new model with low notes.

Hello, excuse me I've already bought this amazing instrument but when I started to know the notes I realized how play it, I mean if the Low notes are close to chest or the high note could go to close to chest or it doesn't matter the position?

Hi Maria. I sent you a FB personal message with some questions re: the Aklot harps. I'm interested in purchasing one but not sure the one to go with based on my needs. Thanks for any thoughts you can offer.

Yo queriendo aprender y saber que arpa comprar ,pero no hay muchod videos en español asi que no entiendo nada de lo que dice la dama 😂😂😂,pero igual esta interesante.

3:00 Lyra New 3:11 Classic Lyra Suena igual La única diferencia Es que una suena para dentro Y la otra suena con mas volumen, Todo es un tema nada mas que de volumen. A partir de aquí suenan igual. Versión English: Sounds the same The only difference Is that one sounds inside And the other one sounds louder, Everything is a matter of nothing but volume. From here they sound the same. 3:32 Arpegio Classic Lyra 3:48 Arpegio New Lyra

I am having trouble finding the dish Aklot. I want the scoop, as u called it in this video. Amazon sells this: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XMPGNDY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3AER1NUXPN5OP&psc=1. Do u know how this Muslady Walter 16 string compares in quality and sound to your dish Aklot?