How does it sound? Great! Being pitched lower, it has a very rich and deep sound. The drone strings are very pronounced compared to a standard instrument. Also, since it has thicker strings, it takes a bit more pressure to push and fret. You also need a thicker pick to bring out all of the sound that it is capable of, which is quite a bit! these instruments do not work as well for fast strumming. There is so much vibration in the drones, that it can sound muddy. Better for finger style playing, where more notes can have their space. Great ballad or hymn instrument!
How does it sound? Great! Being pitched lower, it has a very rich and deep sound. The drone strings are very pronounced compared to a standard instrument. Also, since it has thicker strings, it takes a bit more pressure to push and fret. You also need a thicker pick to bring out all of the sound that it is capable of, which is quite a bit! these instruments do not work as well for fast strumming. There is so much vibration in the drones, that it can sound muddy. Better for finger style playing, where more notes can have their space. Great ballad or hymn instrument!
Nice, Matthew! How does it sound?
Steven
Hey, that's nice.
Pretty front.
Ken
"The dulcimer sings a sweet song."