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@john-c-knopf • 3 days ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "New cherry Jethro Amburgey replica for sale":

"Thanks Richard, Lisa and Robin! BTW, I noticed that my camera likes to distort things somewhat! But the head IS tilted a little to the right. Oh, well..."

@john-c-knopf • 4 days ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "New cherry Jethro Amburgey replica for sale":

"Here is a solid cherry dulcimore I built in the Jethro Amburgey pattern. The main difference is there are no fiddle edges. But there are also no cracks in..."

@john-c-knopf • 6 days ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "String Sources, gauges, types":

"Art, you can use loop-end strings on anything. Ball-end strings are hard to use on some dulcimers, but you could always break the ball out with heavy..."

@john-c-knopf • 2 weeks ago • comments: 9
Posted a new Comment on T - 6:

"Very nice, Ken."

@john-c-knopf • 2 weeks ago • comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on Nathan Hicks Dulcimer almost finished:

"Thanks very much, Steve!"

@john-c-knopf • 3 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Leveling a Fretboard:

"I agree with what Ken said. Sounds like a good plan, though some pretty wood is wasted."

@john-c-knopf • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "String Sources, gauges, types":

"You could shop at www.juststrings.com for some great prices and quantities!"

@john-c-knopf • one month ago • comments: 26
Posted a new Comment on OLD STYLE Drone & Noter players:

"Can we see some pix, Bill? Congratulations on the successful completion of your project! The sound difference is pretty exciting, isn't it?"

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Geoff Black:

"I just finished an all-cherry Amburgey reproduction, though it has no fiddle edges, thanks to a miscalculation during the building process!"

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Geoff Black:

"Nice, Geoff! Is it walnut or cherry?"

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on Solid Body Bass Dulcimer:

"That's a beautiful instrument. The craftsmanship is wonderful. Great job!"

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Wanted: Vintage McSpadden Dulcimer":

"Nathina, I believe that horseshoe symbol was actually a stylized "M", for McSpadden. It was rounded at the sides like a horseshoe, though. I've never..."

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Healthy Living- healthy eating, exercise, weight loss, veggie gardening, etc.":

"Yum-O! Tomatillo sauce is the spice of life, as they say!"

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 12
Posted a new Comment on Fret Placement on Chromatic Dulcimer?:

"Yes, definitely use the metric scale, as you can measure with greater accuracy - faster - with it."

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Installing Whittner fine tune pegs in a 1973 McSpadden":

"Ken, "Perfection pegs" are made by Knilling. That's their brand name. And "Pegheds" are made by an different company. As are Wittner "Fine-Tunes", I..."

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Signature Virginian #3 for sale":

"Woo-hoo! That critter is wonderful looking!"

@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 5
Posted a new Comment on My First Cardboard Dulcimer Build:

"Congratulations on your creativity and resourcefulness, Nate! It doesn't take first-quality exotic woods or expert joinery to craft a decent-sounding..."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on Who makes the widest fretboards? 1.5" or wider?!:

"Welcome, Gail! I hope you'll enjoy this informative website. The Galax dulcimers that I've seen (and build myself) have fretboards that are 1-1/2" wide for..."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 11
Posted a new Comment on Just Finished No. 1:

"Greg, that is one stunning dulcimer! Especially for a first build. My first scratch-built dulcimer looked pretty pathetic! I'm glad you went ahead and..."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Who's dulcimer kit?":

"That scroll design is unique in my experience. Looks as if a large hole was bored in the scroll, and a rounded-off plug of wood was glued into it."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "What's the exact difference between a dulcimore and dulcimer":

"Hear, hear! Bravo, Dan!"

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Building Dulcimers Cheap:

"Nate, sometimes wood pallets are made of nice pieces of wood, but you'd need to carefully pick and choose, then disassemble them if you find something..."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "The Joy of Sharing Dulcimer":

"Friends, I have the solution you crave for tuning multiple dulcimers for children: Use zither pins for tuners, and give tuning wrenches only to the..."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Can you ID this dulcimer?":

"There's not a lot to go on here, Bridge. Doesn't instantly remind me of any particular maker. Dulcimer-building is all about putting one's own unique style..."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "fingerstyle playing on a budget":

"Cardboard dulcimers can sound SURPRISINGLY GOOD! I know I'm shooting myself in the foot when I say that, being a builder of dulcimers, but it's true."

@john-c-knopf • 3 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Introduce Yourself!":

"Howdy, Steve! A warm welcome to you here! That's a beautiful dulcimer you have. We'll try to help and encourage you in your activity. Just let us know..."

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Checkerboard Tennessee Music Box

@John C. Knopf last year - Comments: 7

Dulcimaster Number 5 Is Here

Here is my fifth (and last?) Dulcimaster electric dulcimer, which will...
@John C. Knopf 2 years ago - Comments: 11

Something Big Going On In Michigan...

There's something big going on in my workshop. It's been going on for...
@John C. Knopf 8 years ago - Comments: 38

Melton Galax just finished!

Here's the latest cherry, spruce and maple Melton Galax dulcimer from my...
@John C. Knopf 3 years ago - Comments: 10

Just finished-- another Thomas!

Just now completed another J. E. Thomas dulcimer in poplar for a...
@John C. Knopf 3 years ago - Comments: 11

Another cherry and maple solid-body electric

My newest Dulcimaster is solid cherry and hard maple, with...
@John C. Knopf 5 years ago - Comments: 3

"Glory" in all her glory

Now heading for Durango is "Glory", a Melton-style Galax dulcimer made...
@John C. Knopf 3 years ago - Comments: 10

Siegrist Dulcimer on ShopGoodwill

There's a Siegrist mechanical dulcimer being auctioned now!...
@John C. Knopf 6 years ago - Comments: 0

On the Workbench

My latest creation is nearly finished. Bird's eye maple throughout.
@John C. Knopf 4 years ago - Comments: 8

On the Workbench

My latest creation is nearly finished. Bird's eye maple throughout.
@John C. Knopf 4 years ago - Comments: 0

"Cat and Mouse" walnut dulcimer reproduction

@John C. Knopf 5 years ago - Comments: 12

All-Walnut Thomas Hourglass

Here is my latest dulcimer, finished just minutes ago. Its name is...
@John C. Knopf 5 years ago - Comments: 10

New Chromatic Walnut Hourglass

Here's the latest from my shop. My first chromatic (and last?).
@John C. Knopf 6 years ago - Comments: 4

First Singleton build

Here are some peeks at my "Uncle Will" Singleton replica now underway....
@John C. Knopf 6 years ago - Comments: 6

A problem with my special project

Hi all. I made a special cane for somebody, and I'm having trouble with...
@John C. Knopf 6 years ago - Comments: 10

Making a Davis kit dulcimer playable

Well, it seems a lady nearby has a Davis dulcimer she built from a kit...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 12

What Does Your Spouse Think?

I've been wondering for some time what our luthier's lives are like at...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 12

Here's a Delight!

I finished this Thomas hourglass dulcimer replica just this afternoon,...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 10

"Middletown dulcimer" sneak preview!

This is what I'm working on now in my shop. If you look at Anne Grimes'...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 13

I need some advice re: shellac drips

I'm hand-brushing shellac (premixed, from a can) onto my new walnut...
@John C. Knopf 7 years ago - Comments: 14

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John & "Uncle Eddie" 11/20/13

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Latest Forum Discussions

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New cherry Jethro Amburgey replica for sale

Posted: Sunday October 17 2021, 2:28 PM
By: @John C. Knopf

All-Maple Melton-Style Galax Dulcimore

Posted: Sunday July 11 2021, 2:28 PM
By: @John C. Knopf

Awarding the "giveaway dulcimore" in Berea!

Posted: Sunday June 13 2021, 9:12 PM
By: @Robin Thompson

This Tennessee Music Box is headed for...

Posted: Friday April 30 2021, 1:11 PM
By: @Strumelia

Texas-bound J. E. Thomas replica dulcimore

Posted: Saturday February 20 2021, 7:36 AM
By: @Strumelia

John Tignor dulcimer rework

Posted: Thursday December 10 2020, 10:22 PM
By: @Ken Longfield

All-walnut Thomas-style dulcimore

Posted: Thursday December 10 2020, 2:08 PM
By: @Nathina

A Samuel F. Russell dulcimore replica

Posted: Sunday July 26 2020, 10:15 AM
By: @Susie

"Generations": Will Singleton replica...

Posted: Friday March 27 2020, 10:31 AM
By: @dulcinina

Sneak peek at a walnut Thomas with Possum...

Posted: Sunday November 3 2019, 7:19 AM
By: @Susie

Do not adjust your set!

Posted: Sunday September 22 2019, 3:26 AM
By: @Steven Berger

Walnut Thomas with possum board

Posted: Tuesday September 10 2019, 1:18 PM
By: @Strumelia

"Angel" Will Singleton Replica

Posted: Wednesday May 22 2019, 10:21 PM
By: @IRENE

Tiny mahogany dulcimer thingy just made

Posted: Sunday March 24 2019, 3:39 PM
By: @Ken Longfield

Richard and Denise Wilson Dulcimer on...

Posted: Wednesday October 10 2018, 9:24 PM
By: @John C. Knopf

Dennis Dorogi

Posted: Friday May 19 2017, 6:33 AM
By: @Robin Thompson

Jeopardy! Contestant Likes The Dulcimer

Posted: Saturday September 17 2016, 1:25 PM
By: @hugssandi

Your story about rescuing damaged dulcimers

Posted: Friday September 26 2014, 3:28 PM
By: @John Henry

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05/11/19 01:00:29PM @robin-thompson:

I'll keep my eye out for photos of the Singleton with a cherry heart!

08/07/16 10:44:53PM @hugssandi:

Love your profile pic dulcimer~it's amazing!

11/22/15 11:26:08AM @strumelia:

John, please let me know whether you got my email reply. Thanks!

06/05/15 07:48:18AM @timothy-p-teefey:

Justlooking at your photos,that's quitea collection of dulcimers you'vegot there!

06/05/15 07:44:38AM @timothy-p-teefey:

Thankyou for the kind words. Guess I'm kind of an old world kind of guy. :-)

01/30/15 05:00:24PM @cynthia-wigington:
and I thought I accepted it! Thanks.

12/26/13 08:01:10PM @patty-from-virginia:

John, Yes, Mike kept it up on the site and I did see it. That was fantastic!!! Lisa had him to take it down. I asked Mike if there's any way he could put it up on Youtube and apparently he didn't have the capability to do that. I did see it and I think Uncle Eddie sounds great. I'm hoping to make a trip to Kentucky to see it. I've got to save my pennies Thanks John!!!