Re: [Harp-L] So do pro harp players still have to buy their

["Nate in the Blues Room" <thebluesroom@xxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks Richard, this has been informative and might I add a bit surprizing
too.
Cheers,
Nate


On 3/26/06, Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> I don't know any pros who get their harps, or any other gear, for free.
>
> Sponsored pros are usually offered a discount that's a bit better than
> over-the-counter retail, but not a whole lot better than what you'd get
> from one of the several online dealers who specialize in harp gear, or
> even from Musicians's Friend.
>
> There are exceptions, but they're not frequent, and they're not
> ongoing.  They're more likely when a manufacturer is trying to break
> into a new market, and needs high-profile users.
>
> Regards, Richard Hunter
> hunterharp.com