Electrified dulcimer with a live edge

I'd like to post the build process of my electric dulcimer. I have a number of photos and will post in segments. Please keep in mind that I'm not a professional builder and have no music background. I just went with what looked good and felt right

I started with a shelf plank of Acacia wood. I've built all of our living room furniture using the same wood with live edges. It's the current fad. The metal bracketry is visible on the right edge. 

Since the plan was to have the fretboard removable, I sunk an aluminum extrusion into the body. I used a temporary tuner head for alignment purposes.

I shaped it to pay homage to the original. As well the bottom lobe will accept the electrical stuff.

I'll post more progress later.

Terry