Group Discussions
Fret slot spacing
I’m having trouble finding a fret slot calculator that goes beyond 24 frets. Do any of you know where I can find one? If they don’t exist, how do I...
@Molly McCurdy started 2 years ago - replies: 14
Free Wood
Builders within driving distance of Fort Myers, FL -- We're having a large mature Mahogany tree and a Hong Kong Orchid tree cut down today and the...
@Ken Hulme started 2 years ago - replies: 0
An Upside Downcimer
I have built a very strange dulcimer. I would appreciate some input and insight on the weird traits of this dulcimer. I am not aware of any...
@Nate started 2 years ago - replies: 21
What kind of staple
I've taken an interest in the style of Dulcimer made using staples for frets. What brand or size of staple are you using? I have a home built...
@David Williams2 started 12 years ago - replies: 20
Saddle on Soundboard
Hello folks, I am getting ready to make a dulcimer for myself and would like to make it in the style where the fingerboard stops after the second...
@Nate started 2 years ago - replies: 5
Staple Frets
I can't find any ready made staples so am making some. Will black annealed steel wire make a good fret wire? Too soft?
@Randy Adams started 13 years ago - replies: 9
What are the best dulcimer kits?
Hi folks. I need your help once again. I have a beautiful all-cherry McSpadden teardrop dulcimer. I have some woodworking experience, and I'm...
@ceilidhdog started 2 years ago - replies: 18
Construction plans?
Where can I find some construction plans for dulcimers? I've seen the plans on FolkCraft, but are they useful? Are there assembly drawings...
@mstrick96 started 2 years ago - replies: 3
1 3/8 fretboard string spacing
A friend requested a dulcimer fretboard that is 1 3/8" wide. I usually build with 1 1/2" wide and the strong 1/2" apart. On a three string...
@Matt Berg started 3 years ago - replies: 5
Dulcimer case
I’m not sure this is the right place to post this but I thought you folks might get a kick out of it. The original idea was from my old farmer dad....
@banjelele started 3 years ago - replies: 5
Olive wood?
Olive wood trimmed in black walnut. Has a bright sound, was hard to work with, Very oily wood, but smelled pleasant. I have enough for one more.
@Dale A Penrose started 3 years ago - replies: 7
String Gauge and Intonation
Hello all. Am I correct in assuming that the reason for compensating bridges is due to the thickness of the strings? Should I compensate the bridge...
@Nate started 4 years ago - replies: 5
Spruce and Mahogany Galax Dulcimore
I just completed this Melton-style Galax dulcimore/dulcimer. The center piece is poplar, with a Sitka spruce top, red mahogany backs and sides,...
@John C. Knopf started 3 years ago - replies: 5
Peg replacement
Are planetary violin pegs strong enough for dulcimer use>
@Bill Robison started 3 years ago - replies: 5
suggestions for pick ups
Any advice on installing a pick up on a new dulcimer??
@Don started 3 years ago - replies: 22
Museum Replica Bowed Zither
The original was made by Jacob Gross, a school teacher, fracture artist, and occasional instrument builder in Bucks County, PA, home of the...
@Ken Hulme started 3 years ago - replies: 5
Bill Davis kits
Has anyone had the experience of assembling a Bill Davis kit? I just got one that I am pretty sure is one of his assembled kits Were the fret...
@Bill Robison started 3 years ago - replies: 4
Scalloped Fingerboard Designin' Blues...
Hi all, new to the site and to dulcimer building, figured I'd make my first post start with a banger of a question. First off, a little...
@Nutmegger started 3 years ago - replies: 9
The Journey of a New Comers' New Dulcimer
Hi All After a month of lurking around the site reading tons of information and doing research I went ahead and found a copy of Kimball's...
@Nutmegger started 3 years ago - replies: 6