George Desjardins

Yes, maybe in the "Instruments--specific luthiers" etc.  discussion.  I have several of Fred Martin's but am anxious to see his brother's.

I would love to know what you found out about the Martin dulcimers!

 Yes, I am still interested, but when this came up I had to pounce on it, The
 historic preservation of some of these are hard to find. I was actually
 getting ready to contact you when this came up! Also I like to collect older,
 vintage, unique dulcimers.
 So, was curious why you're getting rid of it? Also what the difference
 between bass and standard dulcimers is, dimensions, depth? I know the tuning
 is different.
  And yes, have bought and sold many dulcimers over a few years. A dangerous hobby.
  I'm going to see if I can PM you, think I have to follow you first,

George, I am happy to send you more photos, I am trying to send you a pm so you can give me your personal email address... 

Hi, I just read your post to lexie, where you said you had 2 Warren May dulcimers. I have one of his smaller ones called a ground hog. If yours have a moveable bridge could you measure about where it is. I am having trouble getting mine in a place where it is in tune all the way up to the 7th fret. I guess I could call the shop and ask Warren but was hoping I could get it. Buying used we can get some great deals but also some puzzles.

Hi George, Thank you for checking in and I am happy you found this site.

I was reading about how you like collecting vintage dulcimers and how you restored that sad one which came to you dry and cracked and saw how lovely it looked when you finished.

George yes, the MD on my profile page was built by a member here on this site, Kevin Messager. He built this MD out of walnut, it is a replica of an luthier named Thomas from KY. Kevin also put a "mean tone" fret board on it. On this site there is an in depth discussions about this subject in which I can't explain easily, however the dulcimer sounds really sweet ole time silvery sound.

Kevin Messanger mostly builds replicas and knows history about them, he does fabulous work and does wood tuners, but my tuners are perfection tuners due to my arthritic hands I thought this would be easier.

I enjoyed looking at your collection of dulcimers, I only have 2 prize dulcimers, if you look at my pictures my other dulcimer is built by another member of this site Robert Schuler, my dulcimer he built is out of butternut, I love this wood. Robert Schuler bases his design on "Jefferies" another builder from the past. However, his set up is more modern, this dulcimer has a floating bridge and can be set up to be played equidesant, but I have it set up with 2 melody strings.

Take a look at my pictures if you haven't already. They are both really beautiful dulcimers and I love playing the, such a sweet sound.

George take a look at the building and historical group on this site, I hope you have talked to some of these knowledge and helpful people. 

I play noter/drone and really enjoy the ole time sound, it has been a very fun journey.

I hope you enjoy your dulcimer Journey and keep strummin' those sweet strings.

Lexie

Hi George,  you must list your asking price in your For Sale ad I'm afraid.  Please see the FAQ/Rules page for details on posting ads.  Thanks!

Hi George, please see your INBOX for my private message- thanks! 

Would love to hear it, do you have any recording. I don't see any photo attachment

Hi there George, just curious about those two dulcimers in your picture? Who made them they are very unuusual.

Hi there George!  I'm glad you're here!  What you are seeing in my picture is a Dulciborn.  I and others have videos of this dulcimer posted here.  Please feel free to go to my page and have a listen.  I sure would like to hear your cellomer!  Do you have any audio or video?  Thanks!

Welcome to FOTMD George. It's good to have you here.

Ken

"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."

Welcome, George, to this little corner of dulcimer heaven. I believe the dulcimer is quite addictive; in fact, if the guv-mint reads this they may require a warning label on them and no sales to those under 21!!!!! Hope you enjoy it here.

Rob

Hey George, welcome aboard. Glad ya found us.

Hi George, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the dulcimer, and to meet some good people.

Ben

Howdy and welcome to FOTMD!