Group Discussions
First time build
(Have pics of my build but can't see how/where to upload)Half way through my first dulcimer, and found this forum whilst researching sound holes....
@DouglasCoates started 4 years ago - replies: 8
Old dulcimer tuning dissatisfaction
I've explained this before and got blank stares so... Get bridge properly set for octave at 7th fret. In DAA for example. If your melody string...
@Randy Adams started 4 years ago - replies: 5
From Ionian to Mixolydian
I'm trying out Mixolydian (going from CGG to CGC). However, this of course causes a flat note at the 6th fret. I don't have a 6+ fret. I know...
@RoyB started 4 years ago - replies: 20
Non removable ID on copies.
I was wondering earlier today if builders of replicas of collectible MDs add some physical, non removable mark or feature to aid collectors in...
@Skip started 4 years ago - replies: 6
Clothes Iron Wood Bending
I recently read that the "Linen" setting on a clothes iron raises the temperature of the iron to 445 degree fahrenheit. That seems hotter than...
@Matt Berg started 4 years ago - replies: 9
Hughes hourglass kit
A few months ago my brother gave me a walnut dulcimer kit from the Hughes Dulcimer Company. Yesterday a friend cut out the scroll pieces for me,...
@TheresaSC started 4 years ago - replies: 8
Length of commercial straps
I am in the process of weaving a strap for my first mountain dulcimer. It will have a 26" VSL. I was hoping someone here could measure the...
@TheresaSC started 4 years ago - replies: 16
Custom fret templates
One of the things I do for other makers of fretted stringed instruments is build precision fret templates to any specified scale length. I've...
@Dwain Wilder started 4 years ago - replies: 0
1 3/8 fretboard string spacing
A friend requested a dulcimer fretboard that is 1 3/8" wide. I usually build with 1 1/2" wide and the strong 1/2" apart. On a three string...
@Matt Berg started 4 years ago - replies: 5
Recommended settings for mic and/or video editing software?
Am registered for the Bing Futch "The Mountain Dulcimer: PLUGGED-IN" June 4 QDF Zoom class, which is for Level 2 players. It will be a demo of...
@Lisa C started 4 years ago - replies: 12