Dulcimer #35 - Richard Troughear Appalachian Dulcimers

Five string teardrop dulcimer with Western Red Cedar top and Lightwood back, sides, fretboard and scroll (Acacia implexa).

Length 940mm (37”)
Width 205mm (8.1”)
Side height 62mm (2.45”)
Scale length 699mm (27.5”)
Sound holes Leaves
Fretboard Raised, 35mm wide (1.38”)
Finish Nitrocellulose

This dulcimer shows the multicoloured browns typical of the Lightwood acacia. In the tradition of the old-time makers, the wood came from a tree in my backyard! The top is of fine-grained Western Red Cedar.

The emphasis in this instrument is on a bright treble sound suitable for delicate finger picking, but with a dynamic range to cover vigorous strumming as well.