How much does a handmade dulcimer cost?

How much does a handmade dulcimer cost?

As a quick overview, our harps range in price from under $1,000 up to around $7,000. Our dulcimers range from about $700 to about $4,500.

Is the dulcimer easy to learn?

Dulcimers are the easiest stringed instrument for beginners to play, ideal for children and non-musicians who want to play tunes or accompany singing. Dulcimers are a relatively quiet instrument.

Is a dulcimer hard to learn to play?

Absolutely! Hammered dulcimer is one of the most satisfying instruments to learn because it’s easy to make a pleasant sound right from the beginning. You can start at any age, and you can have fun with it even if you don’t know any music theory and have never played an instrument before.

Are McSpadden dulcimers good?

McSpadden dulcimers are top quality and suitable for professional use, live or in a recording studio. The dulcimer pictured, model 4SHWW, is currently strung with a heavier gauge and tuned to baritone, which really fills out its sound. It uses a 28 inch scale length and is normally tuned D-A-AA.

How do I choose a dulcimer?

Finding and buying a mountain dulcimer is a matter of looking and listening carefully: ask around, listen to various players. Look for a solid wood instrument; ask about its finish, request geared tuners, check its action, and sight down the top of the fingerboard to make sure its dead flat.

What is the best wood for a dulcimer?

Western red cedar is the most widely used of the cedars for dulcimer soundboards. The wood is softer and lighter than spruce but is less affected by changes in humidity. The sound properties of western red cedar are notable for very clear highs, excellent balance throughout the tonal range and a warm tone.

Can you use guitar strings on a dulcimer?

J64’s are designed specifically for the 4-string dulcimer and its unique picking and stemming styles. D’Addario Dulcimer strings contain 3 plain steel strings and one nickelplated steel wound on steel string; designed and gauged to common scale….Product information.