Group Discussions
Fret Saw Sharpening
Has anyone tried to sharpen a fret saw? If so how did it go? Thanks for your feedback.
@Homer Ross started 2 years ago - replies: 6
Gluing resonant objects inside soundbox?
Hey folks I was hoping someone might have some insight on a thought I had. I've been thinking about trying to glue things like cookie tins to the...
@Nate started 2 years ago - replies: 9
Possum boards
Thinking about trying a dulcimer with a possum board. What kind of wood does one use for the back? How thick is the actual possum board.
@Dale A Penrose started 2 years ago - replies: 5
String physics question
Hey folks. Some of my dulcimers have a lot of string length that is outside of the VSL. I have one that has a 23" vsl, with about 8" of additional...
@Nate started 2 years ago - replies: 3
buzz in low D on ginger
Hello! I have a new ginger setup in DAD (that I love) but…it has a buzz in the low D. Ideas?
@kathleen started 2 years ago - replies: 3
Choice of Wood for Fingerboard?
Hello craftsmen of FOTMD! I was hoping for some opinions on if the choice of wood for the fingerboard affects tone very much. If so what woods do...
@Nate started 2 years ago - replies: 8
How Much is my Weird Dulcimer Worth?
Hello craftsmen of FOTMD! I built a dulcimer from "upcycled" materials that turned out kind of lame, but the intonation on it is good. I figured...
@Nate started 2 years ago - replies: 5
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