Group Discussions
Using TEFpad app to help learn new songs
I wasn’t sure if I should post this here or in the technology group. I want it to be seen by beginners that might not see the other groups right...
@traildad started 5 years ago - replies: 3
Does anyone use tabledit/TEFpad
I searched for posts on tabledit and all that I looked at had no responses. I downloaded the app TEFpad onto my iPad because it works for dulcimer...
@traildad started 5 years ago - replies: 7
Swedish origins of the dulcimer?
Found an interesting article arguing for the Swedish origins of the dulcimer. Nils R. Caspersson, "Diatonisk and the Dulcimer." Voices: The...
@Dusty Turtle started 5 years ago - replies: 7
tunings and string gauge
I have a 1974 Homer Ledford dulcimer and a 2019 Heritage dulcimer. The Heritage is in just intonation Dad; I'm not sure if the Ledford is equal or...
@MaryB started 5 years ago - replies: 10
Choosing a dulcimer
I’m looking for a quality mid-range beginner dulcimer. I’m currently looking at Sweet Woods and Mountain Made Music dulcimers. Can anyone offer...
@traildad started 5 years ago - replies: 18
Two more from the workshop
Herewith two more from the workshop. Do I need more instruments? .... probably not but I do enjoy the challenge that each one presents through its...
@Hobbyhorse started 5 years ago - replies: 10
a VERY strange hypothetical
Hello all a very bizarre idea came to my mind and I'd love some input. I was thinking about how if a dulcimer has a false bottom the entire actual...
@Nate started 5 years ago - replies: 19
In pursuit of the ultimate dulcimer
I have recently decided to suspend production of dulcimers for the general market so that I can devote my efforts to advancing the design. I am...
@Bob Stephens started 5 years ago - replies: 8
Why I chose meantone fretting on my Thomas reproduction
I've been meaning to post something on this topic for ages, as a follow-up to the earlier thread in which I was weighing up the pros and cons of...
@magictime started 5 years ago - replies: 1
Testing Lacquer v Polyurethane
Has anyone done any testing of how using lacquer v polyurethane impacts the sound of an instrument? I have talked to different builders, some use...
@Matt Berg started 5 years ago - replies: 13