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@nate • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"When it comes to string physics, there are three factors to achieving a desired note: length of string, gauge of string, and tension of string. The length of..."

@ken-longfield • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"Jeannie, I play a lot of noter drone and I like the sound of a plain, rather than wound string, for that style of playing. On reproductions I made of C.N...."

@skip • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"Since your fingertips are telling you something I recommend you wait until you get your mic then measure whats on there now. Use those sizes for new strings...."

@nate • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"In general, a lighter string (also called a lower gauge) will transmit less energy to the soundbox than a heavier string. (also called a higher gauge ) Light..."

@cindy-stammich • 3 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Juanita:

"John, another lovely song that I was not familiar with. Thank you for sharing! The painting is I beautiful touch, and I always enjoy the introductions you..."

@jeannie • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"Nate, thank you, that's an interesting point, too. I foresee a strong possibility of several string changes with different configurations before I figure out..."

@jeannie • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"If I used that calculator correctly, it produces the very interesting result of 0.015, 0.015, and 0.023. (When you talk about an increased gauge number, do..."

@nate • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"One thing to know is that dulcimer strings are VERY light gauge compared to a lot of other instruments. On a 26" VSL guitar with 30 pounds of tension per..."

@ken-longfield • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"You definitely will want to use different strings for CGG than DAd. We talk of string gauges not weight. The gauge of a string is measured in inches. I..."

@md-swede • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Liked a youtube item created by @mark-gilston: I Kto Ego Znaet (Who Knows Him?)

@richard-streib • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @gerardo1000:

"Great to have you join, gerardo1000 . Welcome to Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. Best wishes on your dulcimer journey. Ask questions as you have them...."

@richard-streib • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Posted a new Comment on Setting up for CGG:

"Congratulations on getting a David Lynch dulcimer. He was a great builder and made fine dulcimers.. First thing, strings and string gauges. Definitely..."

@jeannie • 3 weeks ago • comments: 14
Created a new Group discussion "Setting up for CGG":

"This is going to be one of those long, complicated rambling posts which is generally the product of not knowing enough yet. Thank you for your patience. I..."
Beginner players

@ken-longfield • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @gerardo1000:

"Welcome to FOTMD, Gerardo1000. It's good to have you aboard. I hope you stick around after you sell your Folkcraft dulcimer. It looks to be all cherry. I..."

@ken-longfield • 3 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @jeannie:

"Only some? Haha, there are a lot of them. Glad you enjoyed the ones you read. Ken "The dulcimer sings a sweet song.""

@jeannie • 3 weeks ago • comments: 573
Posted a new Comment on @benjamin-w-barr-jr:

"Thank you, Ben. Nice to meet you!"

@jeannie • 3 weeks ago • comments: 479
Posted a new Comment on @ken-longfield:

"Thank you, Ken. I've enjoyed reading some of your posts. "

@parker-buckley • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Warren May Dulcimer For Sale":

"Warren May traditional dulcimer in beautifully bookmatched cherry. VSL is 26-7/16 inches. It’s number 5969, built in January 1991. The cherry top is..."

@davisjames • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Liked a youtube item created by @randy-adams: Just As I Is

@anne-bowman • 3 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on Juanita:

"So pretty. Thanks for the bit about her history, too..."

@gerardo1000 • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Created a new forum topic "Folkcraft dulcimer,1993, pristine condition, new soft case. ":

"I am selling a beautiful dulcimer hand made in Connecticut by Folkcraft in 1993, in outstanding pristine condition (please see photos). Scale length is 27..."

@nate • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Liked a youtube item created by @mark-gilston: I Kto Ego Znaet (Who Knows Him?)

@mark-gilston • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0

Updated a YouTube Video:
I Kto Ego Znaet (Who Knows Him?)

@mark-gilston • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0

Posted a new YouTube video:
I Kto Ego Znaet (Who Knows Him?)

@robin-thompson • 3 weeks ago • comments: 0
Liked a photos item created by @dulcillini: Kauffman Kamp

@davisjames • 3 weeks ago • comments: 5
Liked a youtube item created by @phil-myers: DogHouse Duo at Pumpkin Fest

@davisjames • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Mediaeval Noodle with Metronome:

"That's bold and it sounds great.I have found that because I no longer play in bands or for dancers a metronome is a great help,technique-wise,practice and..."

@anne-bowman • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on Mediaeval Noodle with Metronome:

"Thanks Robin.. Just a happy accident..."

@anne-bowman • 3 weeks ago • comments: 8
Posted a new Comment on Departure:

"Thanks John and Robin."

@benjamin-w-barr-jr • 3 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @never-bored:

"Hi Never-bored, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the..."

@benjamin-w-barr-jr • 3 weeks ago • comments: 4
Posted a new Comment on @jeannie:

"Hi Jeannie, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the..."

@benjamin-w-barr-jr • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @rdpugh:

"Hi Rdpugh, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the dulcimer,..."

@benjamin-w-barr-jr • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @geneco:

"Hi Gene, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the dulcimer,..."

@benjamin-w-barr-jr • 3 weeks ago • comments: 3
Posted a new Comment on @jimrex62:

"Hi Jim, and welcome to the wonderful world of the Friends of the Mountain Dulcimer. It's a good place to come, spend some time, learn about the dulcimer,..."

@david-bennett • 3 weeks ago • comments: 19
Posted a new Comment on Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: November:

"Today In Mountain Dulcimer History: November..."

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