This instrument is one of the very few that is credited with being invented in North America. It originated in the Eastern United States about 200 years ago. Generally, it is considered to be a Folk instrument. There are many examples of it being played on YouTube. They are a lot of fun to play and easily learned.

I make two body shapes, a Teardrop and an Hourglass. I can make them to order if you want special woods or binding. The following photos show what woods and materials I currently use.

Dulcimers are usually tuned 1 - 5 -1 in the key of D. this means that the treble strings are D, the center string is A and the bass string is also D but an octave lower than the treble strings. There are many other tunings that can be used.

I use a scale length of 28.83 inches and a guitar type headstock rather than a more traditional peg box and scroll design. I think this is a superior tuning system. The nuts and saddles are bone. The finish is a natural oil or poly urethane.

Teardrop and Hourglass shaped Dulcimers are $375.00 Special orders will be priced accordingly.
This does not include a case, however, I can provide a hand quilted fabric case for an extra $75.00
All displayed dulcimers are sold but a new run will be completed in the New Year.
Watch for the new photos.