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Dulcimers and traditional folk instruments, built in Indiana
Folkcraft has been building mountain and hammered dulcimers for decades, alongside the strings, cases and parts that keep them playing. The kind of catalogue that exists nowhere else because almost nobody else makes these.
Our steel wire is used for stringing up a hammered dulcimer or a psaltery. You will find our wire/string to be of the highest quality, giving your instrument the tone and clarity that you deserve to hear.
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Each of these strings is phosphor bronze wound with a ball end. Each set comes with 12 strings. This particular string is.034" (34/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.034BW. Each string has a total length of 41 inches (41"), and has approximately 36" of that total length covered with the bronze winding.
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Each of these strings is phosphor bronze wound with a ball end. Each set comes with 12 strings. This particular string is.038" (38/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.038BW. Each string has a total length of 41 inches (41"), and has approximately 36" of that total length covered with the bronze winding.
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If you have ever wondered how to build your own teardrop shaped mountain dulcimer, then you need this plan sheet. Our full sized pattern shows you the exact dimensions and shapes for the fingerboard, soundboard (top), braces, back, tail block, fingerboard, fret spacing, bridges, string spacing and so much more. Suggested wood types are given as well as alternate peg box/scroll head patterns. This plan shows you everything you need to build your own teardrop dulcimer! Please note: The various wood parts that we offer are appropriate for use with this dulcimer building plan, but you may find that some dimensions don't match exactly. If you use the wood parts that we sell (the same parts we use in our own shop for building Folkcraft and FolkRoots dulcimers!) you may find it necessary to adjust this dulcimer plan to fit the wood perfectly. The intention of this dulcimer building plan is to offer you a starting point and a set of guidelines for the instruments you will build. This plan is a physical product, printed on paper. It is not currently available as a PDF or download.
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Our stylish 1" wide nylon straps are a full 55" long when fully extended. They are designed to securely hold your instrument while you're making music. We've installed a quick release buckle at both ends of the strap, so you can leave the leather tabs installed on your instrument, even when it is in your case. These straps are handmade in the USA, with a durable non-stretch webbing (strap material), heavyweight leather tabs (for long life without distorting from use, and the best plastic quick-release buckles on the market. Do you have an instrument with no strap buttons (or with just one strap button)? It's easy to install your own strap buttons. Here's a video that shows you how!
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These Folkcraft bass dulcimer strings sound amazing and are designed for the bass models, which are typically tuned one octave below a standard dulcimer. The tone and clarity you get with these strings is amazing and is sure to provide great feel as well. Strings in this set: Melody strings (2):.022BW Middle string:.036BW Bass string:.052BW
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The ultimate set of dulcimer strings. This is the string set we've been installing on new Folkcrafts since 2012. (It is also the set that Folkcraft owner Richard Ash has on his personal dulcimer!) Strings in this set: Melody strings (2):.011 Middle string:.013 Bass string:.024RW The "RW" stands for Roller-Wound. The roller wound strings have a steel core, with a brass winding. The brass winding has been flattened with rollers, creating a warm sound with very little string squeak.
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These Folkcraft brand baritone dulcimer strings sound amazing and are designed for baritone dulcimers, which are typically tuned in the key of A, or a 4th below a standard dulcimer. The tone and warmth you get with these strings is amazing and is sure to provide great feel as well. Loop end dulcimer strings in this set: Melody strings (2):.014 Middle string:.022BW Bass string:.034BW
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Twelve roller-wound brass strings. This is the string that Folkcraft started using for its dulcimer bass string back in 2012. A bit brighter, a bit smoother to the fingers, and a bit louder. The ultimate wound string for your dulcimer! These strings are sometimes called "squeakless", and they certainly squeak less than regular (not roller-wound) strings. However, there's no such thing as an entirely squeakless string. We recommend these strings wholeheartedly. This particular string is.044" (44/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.044RW. Each string has a total length of 37 inches (37"), and has approximately 36" of that total length covered with the brass winding.
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Each of these strings is plain with a ball end. Each set comes with 12 strings. This particular string is.018" (18/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.018PS (Plain Steel). Each string is 41 inches (41") long.
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Our steel wire is used for stringing up a hammered dulcimer or a psaltery. You will find our wire/string to be of the highest quality, giving your instrument the tone and clarity that you deserve to hear.
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These loop end steel strings are bulk packed for best pricing. You will find these strings to be of the utmost quality to give your instrument the tone and clarity you want. This particular string is.016" (16/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.016PS (Plain Steel). Each string is 45 inches (45") long.
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These loop end steel strings are bulk packed for best pricing. You will find these strings to be of the utmost quality to give your instrument the tone and clarity you want. This particular string is.014" (14/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.014PS (Plain Steel). Each string is 45 inches (45") long.
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If you have ever wondered how to build your own Courting (or Double) Style Dulcimer, then you need this building plan for the Courting Dulcimer. This full scale sized pattern shows you the exact dimensions and shapes for the fingerboard, soundboard (or top), braces, back, tail block, fingerboard, fret spacing, bridges, string spacing and so much more. Suggested wood types are given as well as alternate peg box patterns. This courting dulcimer plan tells you everything you need to know to build your own DIY dulcimer. Please note: The various wood parts that we offer are appropriate for use with this courting dulcimer plan, but you may find that some dimensions don't match exactly. If you use the wood parts that we sell (the same parts we use in our own shop for building Folkcraft and FolkRoots dulcimers!) you may find it necessary to adjust this dulcimer plan to fit the wood perfectly. The intention of this dulcimer plan is to offer you a starting point and a set of guidelines for the instruments you will build. This plan is a physical product, printed on paper. It is not currently available as a PDF or download.
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Whether you make guitars for hobby or for use, here is a guitar building plan that is going to be both rewarding and fun. The "Regal Tenor Guitar Plan" is a full scale blueprint that will show you exactly how to make your very own tenor acoustic guitar. There is nothing quite as beautiful as the look or sound of a handmade instrument, so experience the beauty today! This plan is a physical product, printed on paper. It is not currently available as a PDF or download.
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This drawing/pattern is a necessary bowed psaltery plan for anyone wanting to build their very own instrument. This full scale size drawing gives exact dimensions, shapes for every psaltery piece, as well as suggestions for woods to use for building this instrument. Building your own instrument can be very rewarding work, so you will certainly be able to put our plan to good use! Technical Notes: Please note: The various wood parts that we offer are appropriate for use with this psaltery plan, but you may find that some dimensions don't match exactly. If you use the wood parts that we sell (the same parts we use in our own shop for building Folkcraft psalteries!) you may find it necessary to adjust this psaltery plan to fit the wood perfectly. The intention of this psaltery plan is to offer you a starting point and a set of guidelines for the instruments you will build. This set of plans is for a 25-string chromatic psaltery which measures about 22 inches in length. This plan is a physical product, printed on paper. It is not currently available as a PDF or download.
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Whether you have been making your own instruments for years, or if you are just starting out, the "3 String Hurdy Gurdy Plan" is a great choice. This plan illustrates a very basic 3 string hurdy gurdy, similar to many of the early hurdy gurdies. You will find full-scale instructions and measurements on this blueprint that will allow you to make an exact copy of the hurdy gurdy. The hurdy gurdy is a fun and unique instrument that will look great in your collection! This plan is a physical product, printed on paper. It is not currently available as a PDF or download.
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Each of these strings is phosphor bronze wound with a loop end. Each set comes with 12 strings. This particular string is.030" (30/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.030BW. Each string has a total length of 46 inches (46"), and has approximately 42" of that total length covered with the bronze winding.
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Our black walnut side set is sent to you in a traditional “hourglass” shape, ready to use for you next dulcimer project. The side set is 1 3/4" high, 32" long, and 1/10" of an inch thick.
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Each of these strings is phosphor bronze wound with a loop end. Each set comes with 12 strings. This particular string is.036" (36/1000 of one inch) in diameter, and is sometimes called.036BW. Each string has a total length of 46 inches (46"), and has approximately 42" of that total length covered with the bronze winding.
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Whether you are wanting to make a violin for a hobby or to play, this Maggini Violin Body Plan will lead you in the right direction. This construction plan includes dimensions and measurements for a body style inspired by the violin of Giovanni Paolo Maggini. Customize your creation today! Please note that this Maggini violin construction plan is for the body only. It may be used to supplement existing plans that include the neck and peg head, including the "Standard 4/4" and "Baroque 4/4" violin plans available through Folkcraft Instruments. This plan is a physical product, printed on paper. It is not currently available as a PDF or download.
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