How much do dulcimers cost?
Our dulcimers range from about $700 to about $4,500. To view, download or print a price list, click the links below. Prices can also be found on our harp and hammered dulcimer model and accessory pages.
Are Apple Creek dulcimers any good?
Applecreek is known for maintaining high-quality standards when it comes to design and construction, making this dulcimer an ideal choice to go with. Based on user reviews, this beautiful instrument performs at the top level as compared to many other brands and types of dulcimers on the market.
Where are McSpadden dulcimers made?
Mountain View, Arkansas
Since 1962, The Dulcimer Shoppe in Mountain View, Arkansas has been handcrafting McSpadden Mountain Dulcimers. Since then, the current and past owner of the shop, along with their craftsmen, have made a combined 76,000 dulcimers by hand.
How many strings should a dulcimer have?
four strings
Number of strings: Dulcimers may have as few as two or as many as 12 strings (in up to six courses). Up to the 1960s most mountain dulcimers had three strings. The most popular variant today is four strings in three courses, with doubled melody strings.
What is the easiest stringed instrument to play?
Ukuleles are cheap and fun to play. They are one of the easiest stringed (and fretted) instrument to learn. The size makes them an easy start for both children and adults alike. They only have four strings, and they are closer together than on a guitar.
Where are Applecreek dulcimers made?
Romania
Handcrafted in Romania by experienced luthiers, this Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer features a Spruce top, richly stained Maple back and sides and a Maple Fretboard. Geared machine heads are provided for easy and precise tuning. Apple Creek Dulcimers are well made using time tested construction techniques.
Who makes baritone dulcimers?
Ron Ewing
Ron Ewing has been building and playing dulcimers since 1970. He is especially known for his innovative designs, including the baritone, dulcimette, dulcimer capo, the 1 1/2 fret; and his lively renditions of traditional Irish dance tunes.
What is a ginger dulcimer?
McSpadden Ginger Models are smaller dulcimers with a 23 3/16″ fretboard that can provide a high (Key of G) clear voice similar to that of a mandolin. On request they can be set up in the Key of D to be used as a smaller standard dulcimer for players who have difficulty reaching positions on a standard size fretboard.