John C. Knopf

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Location: Westland, MI
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John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • an hour ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Black Thomas replication":
"Not to mention a table saw, bandsaw, jointer/planer, drill press, belt/disc sander, etc., etc... And electricity, of course."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 6 days ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Value of a Mize Dulcimer":
"$500 seems reasonable for a Mize.  Bob was a master craftsman of dulcimers, so if it's in great shape, then that seems like a fair price to me."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Price estimate on old dulcimer":
"Those prices seem fair.  McSpadden does excellent quality work, and their dulcimers hold their value pretty well.  I've owned a couple of all-walnut..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Troublesome Creek Stringed Instruments dedication :
"What a wonderful time to celebrate the long (and bumpy) history of a truly magical place!  The music and speeches were inspiring. I wish I could have been..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "New to the group, several questions":
"Hi, Alex!  Welcome to our happy little group of dulcimer fans.  Detroit weather now is overcast and pleasantly cool.  With occasional sprinkles.  So, to..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "What to Look For When Buying a Dulcimer Secondhand":
"Good going!  We're happy that you got a nice dulcimer at a nice price.  To me it sounds like you bought a McSpadden dulcimer kit that was assembled by Bob..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 4 weeks ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "What to Look For When Buying a Dulcimer Secondhand":
"My friend Richard has given you some solid advice.  Check the tuning pegs as well, for smooth turning.  And listen for any buzzing sounds as you play it...."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "storing an instrument":
"Jon, I think that would be a good idea myself.  That way they won't stretch out unevenly over time.  Throwing some of those little dessicant packs in the..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 7
Posted a new Comment on Grimstock Dulcimerspielkreis Ludwigsburg:
"Wunderbar! Die Melodie ist so schön, und deine Gruppe spielt sie gut. Vielen Dank aus Michigan! (I don't write very much German, so I enlisted the help of..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "Only 10 to go till 200 members":
"Well, John and Lisa, I've been building dulcimers for over 50 years now, and I've already made tens of dollars..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 0
Posted a response to "tuning pegs":
"Planetary pegs are probably the best type of tuning peg to use on a dulcimer.  They are also the most expensive, but consider how they're made:  There is a..."
John C. Knopf
@john-c-knopf • 2 months ago • comments: 8
Posted a new Comment on Amazing Grace - first music I've ever played in my life:
"Terry, I wish MY first dulcimer tune sounded that good!  Very nice!  Congratulations!"
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