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@john-c-knopf
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Black Thomas replication":
Posted a response to "Black Thomas replication":
"Not to mention a table saw, bandsaw, jointer/planer, drill press, belt/disc sander, etc., etc... And electricity, of course."
@john-c-knopf
• 3 weeks ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Value of a Mize Dulcimer":
Posted a response to "Value of a Mize Dulcimer":
"$500 seems reasonable for a Mize. Bob was a master craftsman of dulcimers, so if it's in great shape, then that seems like a fair price to me."
@john-c-knopf
• one month ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Price estimate on old dulcimer":
Posted a response to "Price estimate on old dulcimer":
"Those prices seem fair. McSpadden does excellent quality work, and their dulcimers hold their value pretty well. I've owned a couple of all-walnut..."
@john-c-knopf
• one month ago
• comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Troublesome Creek Stringed Instruments dedication :
Posted a new Comment on Troublesome Creek Stringed Instruments dedication :
"What a wonderful time to celebrate the long (and bumpy) history of a truly magical place! The music and speeches were inspiring. I wish I could have been..."
@john-c-knopf
• one month ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "New to the group, several questions":
Posted a response to "New to the group, several questions":
"Hi, Alex! Welcome to our happy little group of dulcimer fans. Detroit weather now is overcast and pleasantly cool. With occasional sprinkles.
So, to..."
@john-c-knopf
• one month ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "What to Look For When Buying a Dulcimer Secondhand":
Posted a response to "What to Look For When Buying a Dulcimer Secondhand":
"Good going! We're happy that you got a nice dulcimer at a nice price. To me it sounds like you bought a McSpadden dulcimer kit that was assembled by Bob..."
@john-c-knopf
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "What to Look For When Buying a Dulcimer Secondhand":
Posted a response to "What to Look For When Buying a Dulcimer Secondhand":
"My friend Richard has given you some solid advice. Check the tuning pegs as well, for smooth turning. And listen for any buzzing sounds as you play it...."
@john-c-knopf
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "storing an instrument":
Posted a response to "storing an instrument":
"Jon, I think that would be a good idea myself. That way they won't stretch out unevenly over time. Throwing some of those little dessicant packs in the..."
@john-c-knopf
• 2 months ago
• comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on Grimstock Dulcimerspielkreis Ludwigsburg:
Posted a new Comment on Grimstock Dulcimerspielkreis Ludwigsburg:
"Wunderbar! Die Melodie ist so schön, und deine Gruppe spielt sie gut. Vielen Dank aus Michigan!
(I don't write very much German, so I enlisted the help of..."
@john-c-knopf
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "Only 10 to go till 200 members":
Posted a response to "Only 10 to go till 200 members":
"Well, John and Lisa, I've been building dulcimers for over 50 years now, and I've already made tens of dollars..."
@john-c-knopf
• 2 months ago
• comments: 0
Posted a response to "tuning pegs":
Posted a response to "tuning pegs":
"Planetary pegs are probably the best type of tuning peg to use on a dulcimer. They are also the most expensive, but consider how they're made: There is a..."
@john-c-knopf
• 3 months ago
• comments: 8
Posted a new Comment on Amazing Grace - first music I've ever played in my life:
Posted a new Comment on Amazing Grace - first music I've ever played in my life:
"Terry, I wish MY first dulcimer tune sounded that good! Very nice! Congratulations!"
Latest Group Discussions
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Spruce and Mahogany Galax Dulcimore
I just completed this Melton-style Galax dulcimore/dulcimer. The...
@John C. Knopf 3 years ago - Comments: 5
A "Little Guy" dulcimer
Here's a prototype of my "Little Guy" dulcimer, with a 22" VSL and DAA...
@John C. Knopf 3 years ago - Comments: 2
Dulcimaster Number 5 Is Here
Here is my fifth (and last?) Dulcimaster electric dulcimer, which will...
@John C. Knopf 6 years ago - Comments: 11
Something Big Going On In Michigan...
There's something big going on in my workshop. It's been going on for...
@John C. Knopf 12 years ago - Comments: 38
Melton Galax just finished!
Here's the latest cherry, spruce and maple Melton Galax dulcimer from my...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 10
Just finished-- another Thomas!
Just now completed another J. E. Thomas dulcimer in poplar for a...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 11
Another cherry and maple solid-body electric
My newest Dulcimaster is solid cherry and hard maple, with...
@John C. Knopf 9 years ago - Comments: 3
"Glory" in all her glory
Now heading for Durango is "Glory", a Melton-style Galax dulcimer made...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 10
Siegrist Dulcimer on ShopGoodwill
There's a Siegrist mechanical dulcimer being auctioned now!...
@John C. Knopf 10 years ago - Comments: 0
On the Workbench
My latest creation is nearly finished. Bird's eye maple throughout.
@John C. Knopf 8 years ago - Comments: 8
On the Workbench
My latest creation is nearly finished. Bird's eye maple throughout.
@John C. Knopf 8 years ago - Comments: 0
All-Walnut Thomas Hourglass
Here is my latest dulcimer, finished just minutes ago. Its name is...
@John C. Knopf 9 years ago - Comments: 10
New Chromatic Walnut Hourglass
Here's the latest from my shop. My first chromatic (and last?).
@John C. Knopf 10 years ago - Comments: 4
First Singleton build
Here are some peeks at my "Uncle Will" Singleton replica now underway....
@John C. Knopf 10 years ago - Comments: 6
A problem with my special project
Hi all. I made a special cane for somebody, and I'm having trouble with...
@John C. Knopf 10 years ago - Comments: 10
Making a Davis kit dulcimer playable
Well, it seems a lady nearby has a Davis dulcimer she built from a kit...
@John C. Knopf 11 years ago - Comments: 12
What Does Your Spouse Think?
I've been wondering for some time what our luthier's lives are like at...
@John C. Knopf 11 years ago - Comments: 12
Here's a Delight!
I finished this Thomas hourglass dulcimer replica just this afternoon,...
@John C. Knopf 11 years ago - Comments: 10
Latest Photos
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Latest Forum Discussions
AllTennessee music box just finished
Posted: Thursday September 12 2024, 3:10 PM
By: @John C. Knopf
By: @John C. Knopf
Cherry Jethro Amburgey-style dulcimore
Posted: Sunday July 7 2024, 5:21 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
New Knopf Dulcimers website!
Posted: Tuesday May 21 2024, 7:17 PM
By: @John C. Knopf
By: @John C. Knopf
New Cherry Galax Dulcimer
Posted: Friday March 8 2024, 7:24 PM
By: @John C. Knopf
By: @John C. Knopf
New Thomas-style dulcimer with milk-paint...
Posted: Sunday May 14 2023, 8:47 AM
By: @Ken Hulme
By: @Ken Hulme
A Samuel F. Russell dulcimore replica
Posted: Tuesday June 14 2022, 9:03 AM
By: @Steven Berger
By: @Steven Berger
All-Maple Melton-Style Galax Dulcimore
Posted: Sunday July 11 2021, 2:28 PM
By: @John C. Knopf
By: @John C. Knopf
Awarding the "giveaway dulcimore" in Berea!
Posted: Sunday June 13 2021, 9:12 PM
By: @Robin Thompson
By: @Robin Thompson
This Tennessee Music Box is headed for...
Posted: Friday April 30 2021, 1:11 PM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
Texas-bound J. E. Thomas replica dulcimore
Posted: Saturday February 20 2021, 7:36 AM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
John Tignor dulcimer rework
Posted: Thursday December 10 2020, 10:22 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
All-walnut Thomas-style dulcimore
Posted: Thursday December 10 2020, 2:08 PM
By: @Nathina
By: @Nathina
"Generations": Will Singleton replica...
Posted: Friday March 27 2020, 10:31 AM
By: @dulcinina
By: @dulcinina
Sneak peek at a walnut Thomas with Possum...
Posted: Sunday November 3 2019, 7:19 AM
By: @Susie
By: @Susie
Do not adjust your set!
Posted: Sunday September 22 2019, 3:26 AM
By: @Steven Berger
By: @Steven Berger
Walnut Thomas with possum board
Posted: Tuesday September 10 2019, 1:18 PM
By: @Strumelia
By: @Strumelia
"Angel" Will Singleton Replica
Posted: Wednesday May 22 2019, 10:21 PM
By: @IRENE
By: @IRENE
Tiny mahogany dulcimer thingy just made
Posted: Sunday March 24 2019, 3:39 PM
By: @Ken Longfield
By: @Ken Longfield
Richard and Denise Wilson Dulcimer on...
Posted: Wednesday October 10 2018, 9:24 PM
By: @John C. Knopf
By: @John C. Knopf
Dennis Dorogi
Posted: Friday May 19 2017, 6:33 AM
By: @Robin Thompson
By: @Robin Thompson
Jeopardy! Contestant Likes The Dulcimer
Posted: Saturday September 17 2016, 1:25 PM
By: @hugssandi
By: @hugssandi
Your story about rescuing damaged dulcimers
Posted: Friday September 26 2014, 3:28 PM
By: @John Henry
By: @John Henry
Comments
11/15/24 03:50:36PM @strumelia:
John, thank you so much for generously becoming a Patron member of FOTMD. 
05/11/19 01:00:29PM @robin-thompson:
I'll keep my eye out for photos of the Singleton with a cherry heart!
12/26/13 08:01:10PM @patty-from-virginia:
John, Yes, Mike kept it up on the site and I did see it. That was fantastic!!! Lisa had him to take it down. I asked Mike if there's any way he could put it up on Youtube and apparently he didn't have the capability to do that. I did see it and I think Uncle Eddie sounds great. I'm hoping to make a trip to Kentucky to see it. I've got to save my pennies
Thanks John!!!
