A Cross Between a Piano and a Guitar
Do you have piano chops but love the soulful sounds of the guitar? The harpejji blends both worlds, opening a fresh and exciting new way to create music.
The harpejji is a stringed and fretted instrument like a guitar but features a note system similar to a piano. Imagine a guitar laid flat, where you play by tapping the strings against the frets. White and black note markers beneath the strings serve as visual guides, just like the keys on a piano, making it easy to navigate and play.
How It's like a Piano:
(Low Notes Left, High Notes Right)
(White and Black Note Markers)
(10 Finger Independence)
Play It Like a Piano, Express It Like a Guitar
The harpejji is played by tapping the strings with your fingers, similar to how you’d play a keyboard. Each string's pickup is activated when the string is tapped, allowing you to play individual notes or full chords. This also means that you can strum individual notes or chords without having all of the open strings ring out.
The layout is designed for easy access to both melody and harmony, making it intuitive for musicians of all backgrounds. The harpejji also allows for expressive techniques like bending notes, sliding, vibratos, strumming, hammer-ons and pull-offs, and playing harmonics, giving you a wide range of tonal possibilities.
Played by the Pros
The harpejji has found its way into the hands of some of the world’s most innovative musicians, including Stevie Wonder, Cory Henry, Jacob Collier, Justin-Lee Schultz, Harry Connick Jr., and many more. Each artist brings their own style to the instrument, showcasing its rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and unique playability.
Eric Clapton & Stevie Wonder - Crossroads
Stevie Wonder, with Eric Clapton by his side, gives the harpejji a go, showing just how effortlessly it fits into a legendary jam session.
The 3 Harpejji Models
Find the perfect fit for your style and needs
The Harpejji u12
✅ 12-string model, great for beginners & pros
✅ Perfect balance of size and range
✅ Ideal for soloists & keyboardists looking for expressive play
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The Harpejji g16
✅ 16-string model with extended range
✅ The top-selling model
✅ Range is 2 whole tones deeper than a guitar
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The Harpejji M5
✅ 22-string model with the widest range
✅ Best for full range compositions
✅ Ideal for full-range compositions and deep bass tones
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Model Comparison
| Model | Strings | Best For | Range |
| u12 | 12 | Compact players, and affordable entry into the harpejji world. | 3-Octave (C2-C5) |
| g16 | 16 | Musicians looking for versatility, a balance of range, and live performance or studio use. | 4-Octave (C2-C6) |
| M5 | 22 | Maximum range and powerful bass capabilities, a true creative powerhouse for expansive soundscapes. | 5-Octave (C1-C6) |
Handcrafted in the USA
Every harpejji® was and is built by hand in rural Maryland (USA). We have shipped to over 40 countries worldwide since 2007.
Dialed-in Sound
Every string has its own smart electronic muter (to silence the open string noise), its own tone filter, and its own factory-set volume compensation.
Strings
The harpejji® uses electric guitar and bass strings, made by Ernie Ball. Buy from us as sets or from others as singles. Strings are SUPER-EASY to replace and tune, videos are online.
Online Learning Resources
Song Tutorials
Internet Forum
Chord and Scale Library