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My "Uncle Eddie" Tribute Dulcimer Is Finished!

Well, after a very long planning and building process, my super-sized Thomas hourglass dulcimer has been completed. It was finished today at about...
@John C. Knopf started 12 years ago - replies: 29

Books for a newbe

Hi Everyone!I know this has probably been ask before, but, here it goes. I have never played a dulcimer before, so Im looking for a book that...
@Ronald R Eaches started 12 years ago - replies: 8

Minwax Satin Wipe-On Poly?

Hi everyone!My my Mc Spadden dulcimer kit came Tuesday, I am getting ready to start on it, I have been thinking about the finish to use.Has anyone...
@Ronald R Eaches started 12 years ago - replies: 9

Anyone used the Helmholtz equation to determine sound hole size?

Here's the Helmholtz equation I've gotten:(F)(F) x Volume x 0.00000023895where F is the frequency (Hz) of the 2nd lowest string.Am I correct to say...
@Jim Damico started 12 years ago - replies: 17

Can you tell me a few good brands/luthiers for beginner dulcimers.

Hi All, I'm hoping to get involved with some volunteer work and teaching mountain dulcimer classes. Any suggestions of some good beginner dulcimers?
@Frances Light Molinengo started 12 years ago - replies: 4

fingers not working like they should - sometimes

I am having two problems learning the dulcimer. I am teaching myself from your wonderful collection of videos, Utube and a book. 1. Just upgraded...
@Frank Ross started 12 years ago - replies: 3

What prep is recommended to add a new finish to my older dulcimer?

I made a dulcimer in a class with Keith Young, luthier, 5 years ago or more, but never really did the finish like I wanted. Since then, I've used a...
@Frances Light Molinengo started 12 years ago - replies: 0

Glue Type ?

Hi everyoneGot a quick question, my Mc Spadden dulcimer kit will be here on Tuesday this week.Now my question, the kit is made of all Walnut, I...
@Ronald R Eaches started 12 years ago - replies: 3

buttons as fret dot inlays?

Just had a thought today - wondering if I could use buttons for my fret dots. My mother's a seamstress. Seems most buttons are flat on the back....
@Jim Damico started 12 years ago - replies: 5

Prep for older dulcimer before refinish

What a great place for information! I made a dulcimer with Keith Young years ago and never got the finish right. In a not-so-bright attempt to...
@Frances Light Molinengo started 12 years ago - replies: 9