Hear the sound – Hurdy-Gurdy Demo

The real magic of the hurdy-gurdy is in its sound. Imagine a combination of bagpipes, violin and organ in one instrument - booming bass lines, bright melodies and rhythmic buzzing.

We have prepared a demo video of one of our 20-string hurdy-gurdies so you can hear exactly what our handcrafted hurdy-gurdies sound like.

A Musical Journey Through History

The hurdy-gurdy is a Scandinavian treasure that also has deep roots in Ukraine, where it was played by itinerant musicians known as lirniki. Its enchanting sound could be heard at fairs, in villages and on the streets, becoming a symbol of folk traditions and storytelling.

Today, the hurdy-gurdy is experiencing a renaissance. From medieval festivals to world music stages, this instrument is once again captivating the hearts of musicians around the world.

Handmade by Musicians for Musicians

We are not just artisans – we are musicians who build, play, and test every hurdy-gurdy before sending it to you. This ensures that your instrument has the perfect sound quality, stability, and resonance. Every hurdy-gurdy we make is custom-built to order, with production time of up to 8 weeks. This allows us to create an instrument that is truly yours.

How to Choose Your Hurdy-Gurdy

Choosing a hurdy-gurdy can feel overwhelming – but don’t worry, we’re here to help. Here are a few tips:

  1. Decide on purpose – do you want a hurdy-gurdy for traditional folk, medieval music, or modern experiments?
  2. Pick your sound – acoustic for natural resonance, or electric with a pickup for live performances.
  3. Consider size & comfort – compact models for travel or larger instruments for full sound.
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Custom Options for Your Hurdy-Gurdy

When ordering from us, you can personalize your instrument:

Sound & Tuning

Choose drone settings, string count, and pickup options (acoustic or electric with amplifier connection).

Design & Finish

Engraving, artwork, body shape, and color.

Accessories

Soft padded case, hard protective case, or comfortable shoulder strap for easier playing.

Handcrafted

Each hurdy-gurdy is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece designed especially for you.

Reviews from Our Customers

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Kathy

18 Aug 2025

Very beautifully made hudy gurdy!! Would highly recommend.
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Diego delatte 

06 Aug 2025

Vraiment très beaux projets je regrette pas merci encore vraiment aux top et super bien protégé emballé.
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Simon

23 May 2025

As expected. Fine for the price. A good gurdy for the price, definetely. It can be used for street performance due to its quite fine sound.
Shelly Jackson

Shelly Jackson

11 May 2025

Very well constructed gurdy, I ordered a custom bag from other vender. when I asked for deminsions seller tried to sell his bag.
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Bethany

25 Apr 2025

The instrument arrived very securely packaged and beautifully in tact! My son had been asking for this for quite some time and is excited to learn. The craftsmanship is beautiful and as described. Thank you!
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Bethany

25 Apr 2025

This case is perfect for making sure the Hurdy Gurdy stays as beautiful as it arrived!
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Louis Brummett

10 May 2025

Would recommend this selle because of his exceptional customer service
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Christina 

29 Jan 2025

Spectacular piece of unique quality details art! Arrived before expected date & always received instant replies from the seller whenever I'd reach out! Highly recommended, Trustable! Perfect 100
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Trey Quanrud 

Trey Quanrud 

15 Sep 2024

Arrived far before i even expected it to, and it largely perfect shape. He also provided great customer service.
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Thomas Lowke 

17 Feb 2024

Gut gearbeitet. Leider ein paar Schrammen durch den Transport. Dafür sehr freundlicher Service und sehr schnelle Lieferung!
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Mark C

1 Apr 2025

The instrument arrived as advertised carefully packed and in great condition. The seller was good about quickly responding to questions during the shipping process.
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Matt M

15 Dec 2024

Item as described, timely delivery, excellent seller!
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Thayer

22 Oct 2024

I love my hurdy gurdy! It sounds great and is very simple to operate. The construction is solid and I could not be happier with my purchase.
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Morgan

29 May 2024

Quick delivery considering the distance, quick responses to questions. The gurdy was delivered in great shape along with helpful resources on instrument maintenance and care. There were also some beginner songs included which I thought was great!
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Rhett

30 Dec 2023

Very kind seller! I hastily went into things, and was indecisive and they gave me a full refund! It was very kind of them, I did end up getting the thing in the end anyhow, as well! :)
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Cal G.

19 Aug 2023

Shipping took a while, but that's understandable given the distance it had to go. Packaged very safely, I was able to tune and play the gurdy right out of the box! Very happy.
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С.С.

5 Jun 2023

I specifically created an account to get this instrument and really didn’t know what to expect from reverb as a result. I am glad to say that my first purchase went smoothly. The seller was understanding as I tried to figure out how to verify my account and the seller answered any questions I had about the instrument after. They were also quick to ship. I am happy with my purchase and highly recommend this seller
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Derek Ralston 

13 Sept 2025

Fits well and looks good

Want to discuss customization?

Have an idea for your future Hurdy-Gurdy? Write to us at contact@jomarts.com or fill out the form below —we’re always happy to help you design your dream instrument.

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