MID-EAST 16/15 HAMMERED DULCIMER (ROSEWOOD)

MID-EAST 16/15 HAMMERED DULCIMER (ROSEWOOD)


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The Hammered Dulcimer, renowned for its exquisite and resonant sound, has a rich history spanning centuries, originating in the Middle East. Its name derives from the Latin word “dulcis” and the Greek word “melos,” collectively translating to “Sweet Tune.”

This particular hammered dulcimer is a 16/15, characterized by 16 courses of strings crossing the treble bridge on the left and 15 courses crossing the bass bridge on the right. Altogether, it comprises 31 courses, each consisting of two strings.

Physical Dimensions:

- Length: 37.5 inches

- Height: 4 inches

- Width: 18.25 inches

Body:

- Crafted from Rosewood, the body features a rear opening that can serve as a convenient carrying handle.

Soundboard:

- Constructed from light-coloured hardwood, the soundboard may vary slightly from the image. It incorporates two Rosewood rosettes over the sound holes, adorned with an intricate vine and leaf pattern.

Nut:

- Two Rosewood nuts, each measuring 14.5 inches, are positioned on either side of the instrument.

Tuning Pegs/Levers:

- The instrument is equipped with 62 metal tuning pegs threaded into the body.

End Pegs:

- 62 metal end pegs are strategically located opposite the tuning pegs.

Bridge:

The Rosewood bridges feature color-coded saddles on top, simplifying the instrument’s playability. For the recommended tuning, the distance from the left nut to the first bridge at the top should be 5.4 inches (138 mm), while the distance from the left nut to the first bridge at the bottom should be 11.2 inches (285 mm).

Strings:

- This hammered dulcimer is a 16/15, comprising 16 courses of strings crossing the treble bridge on the left and 15 courses crossing the bass bridge on the right. Each string course is spaced 1 inch apart, and the strings are tuned using the included “T”-shaped tuning tool. Altogether, there are 31 courses, each consisting of two strings.

Piece of Art

Every Mid-East Sialkot musical instrument harp is a piece of fine art. Moreover, we present you with the highest quality of traditional and folk musical instrument at Mid-East Sialkot. We are one of the largest wholesale retailer and dealer of all kinds of musical instruments in Sialkot Pakistan. Made from the true natural woods and customizable colors and the finest design available in the market.

Highest Quality

Mid-East Sialkot is offering the highest and the best quality of musical instruments that is built from the finest quality materials. Not to mention, our high-quality musical instruments are as good as they sound made uniquely by our craftsmen. Moreover, we at Mid-East Sialkot make every possible effort to preserve the true history of the music instruments.