MID-EAST 4-STRINGS MOUNTAIN DULCIMER F-HOLES (ROSEWOOD)

This exquisite addition to our MID-EAST Mountain Dulcimer collection boasts a range of captivating features.

Stringing: The Grace model features three strings: two melody strings, one middle string, and one bass drone string.

Aesthetic Appeal: Its hourglass shape and solid rosewood body, neck, nut, bridge, and fretboard create a visually stunning instrument.

Enhanced Sound Quality: The vaulted fret board not only lightens the instrument but also amplifies soundboard vibration, resulting in exceptional sound quality.

Tuning Mechanisms: The model is equipped with four mechanical geared right-angle tuners with a 14:1 ratio, ensuring precise tuning.

Soundboard: The spruce soundboard is adorned with a charming rosewood skirt design on both ends and features four classic f-hole openings.

The Grace model is a testament to our commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. Its unique combination of features makes it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced dulcimer enthusiasts.

Traditionally, mountain dulcimers were constructed with three, equally spaced strings: a melody string, a middle string, and a bass string. Later developments resulted in the creation of a four-string dulcimer by altering the string spacing and doubling the melody string. This modification enhanced the volume of the melody line. Contemporary dulcimers, such as the one in question, feature additional notches on the nut, enabling the customization of string patterns. The interior doubled melody string can be completely removed to restore the traditional three-string configuration. Alternatively, the interior melody string and the middle string can be moved over one notch to create an equal spacing between all four strings.

Specifications:

Neck at Nut: 1.25 inches in width

Neck at Body Joint: 1.25 inches in width

Nut: 1.25 inches in width, crafted from ROSEWOOD

Scale Length: 25.5 inches

4 tuning pegs/levers

18 Metal Frets (including the 6 1/2 and 13 1/2 Frets)