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Dulcimaniac
@dulcimaniac
05/11/22 05:17:45PM
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Reasons NOT To Get a Chromatic


Instruments- discuss specific features, luthiers, instrument problems & questions


I am looking to purchase a new dulcimer and am considering getting a chromatic.  It seems the benefits of being able to play any note within the dulcimer's range is a big plus, but I am looking for reasons why I would not want to get a chromatic.  Can anyone provide some insight here?

For instance, does having a chromatic make it more difficult to play classic dulcimer songs, is it generally more confusing, etc...?

Convince me why getting a chromatic is not the way to go, and why a diatonic is better.

Thanks!


updated by @dulcimaniac: 06/15/22 04:44:25PM