Flat buttons are available. The standard Evoharp comes with wooden buttons that simulate the long white plastic buttons (saddle buttons) of the 1960s "A model" Oscar Schmidt autoharps. However, we do offer flat "dish" buttons, which some people find more comfortable ($5 each). The chord names are visible on the side of the chord bar as you look downward while holding the Evoharp in the upright position. For lap style Evoharps, the chord name is visible on the top the bar.