Folkcraft Instruments has been crafting handmade mountain dulcimers since 1968. We've been providing the best dulcimers, plus the dulcimer cases, tab books, dulcimer string sets, and everything else a mountain dulcimer player needs. We even provide dulcimer parts - machine heads and wood parts - for builders of all skill levels. We're happy to build a custom mountain dulcimer for you, make you a custom instrument case, or make you a custom string set. All of our dulcimers are handmade in the USA.
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from 2657 reviewsJust finished hand making a bridge and nut for an old Oscer Schmidt Mountain Dulcimer. I added a new set of these strings, tuned it to D,G,D,D and it sounds great. Nice tone with good clarity. Whomever gets this instrument will be quite pleased. Thank you for a fine product
Vince.
![Folkcraft® Mountain Dulcimer String Set, Loop Ends (.011" .011" .013" .024"BW)](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/folkcraftr-mountain-dulcimer-string-set-loop-ends-011-011-013-024bw-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559492824)
Excelling resource for teaching beginners.
I recommend it. Clear and concise.
![Joyce Ochs - First Lessons For Dulcimer In DAD Tuning](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/Joyce-Ochs-First-Lessons-For-Dulcimer-In-DAD-Tuning-Mountain-Dulcimer-Sheet-Music-Tab_34bef8a1-17d3-44b2-99d0-f8ed855c3b35_67x67.jpg?v=1629144810)
This pocket book of tab is the perfect size to capture everyday melody ideas.
![Pocket-Size Book Of Tab/Staff Paper For The Mountain Dulcimer Player](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/Pocket-Size-Book-Of-TabStaff-Paper-For-The-Mountain-Dulcimer-Player-Mountain-Dulcimer-Sheet-Music-Tab_98dd1b79-c8a2-4d63-a21e-ecf2ff883cac_67x67.jpg?v=1629493718)
This book is a great resource for beginning dulcimer players, or anyone who wants to learn more about music theory.
![Jim Miller - Intro To Music Theory For The Traditional Musician](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/files/Jim-Miller-Intro-To-Music-Theory-For-The-Traditional-Musician-Mountain-Dulcimer-Sheet-Music-Tab_67x67.jpg?v=1720576006)
I love learning these Hawaiian mele for dulcimer! The online audio is helpful for me, as well.
![Mark Kailana Nelson - Hawaiian & Polynesian Music For Appalachian Dulcimer](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/files/Mark-Kailana-Nelson-Hawaiian-Polynesian-Music-For-Appalachian-Dulcimer-Mountain-Dulcimer-Sheet-Music-Tab_67x67.jpg?v=1695606399)
This multi-pack of Herdim picks is a great value, and perfect for experimenting to see which pick you like best.
![Herdim Pick, 3-In-1 Sampler Pack (Four Of Each Color)](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/herdim-pick-3-in-1-sampler-pack-four-of-each-color-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559491630)
The Ball End Mountain Dulcimer strings I purchased for my Folkcraft Walnut Teardrop are high-quality, fairly priced, nicely packaged and sound great what’s not to like?!?
![Folkcraft® Mountain Dulcimer String Set, Ball Ends (.011" .011" .013" .024"BW)](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/folkcraftr-mountain-dulcimer-string-set-ball-ends-011-011-013-024bw-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559492729)
Folkcraft’s chrome strap buttons are well-made, well-priced, easy to install, and a shiny, new addition to my dulcimer. No more lap-dancing dulcimers for me!
![Folkcraft® Strap Button, Chrome Finish, Pack Of Two](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/folkcraftr-strap-button-chrome-finish-pack-of-two-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559493018)
“Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag!” The small-size dulcimer bag embroidered with the “Folkcraft” logo I purchased on sale is extremely well-made, a perfect fit for a Dulcimer Factory Ellipse Dulcimer, and a total steal for $23! Couldn’t be more pleased.
![Small-Size Dulcimer Case, Embroidered With "FolkRoots® Dulcimers" Logo](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/folkcraftr-travel-dulcimer-carrying-case-embroidered-with-folkrootsr-dulcimers-logo-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1638648294)
Very handy, works well
![Folkcraft® Quick-Release 2" Wide Dulcimer/Ukulele Strap, Green](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/folkcraftr-quick-release-2-wide-dulcimerukulele-strap-green-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559491541)
Dave is definitely worth the 2 1/2 hour drive to receive his excellent teaching. I have taken many seminars from him and have not ever been disappointed. His demeanor and knowledge of the dulcimer is gratifying to say the least. In summation, well worth the time and money for this opportunity.
![Second Saturday Clinic With Dave Haas, August 10, 2024](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/files/davehaasssc_4818ab07-8d1a-46fd-ac0a-097fb23a870d_67x67.jpg?v=1704397926)
My order was immediately filled, arrived within a few days and works perfectly. It is pretty as well. Thanks so much.
![Dulcimer Capo](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/2310031_67x67.jpg?v=1572969331)
The case is very well constructed. The zippers are very sturdy and very high quality. The stitching is very well done. I love the Logo and the overall look and feel of the case.
![Kantele Carrying Case, Black Nylon, Embroidered With Folkcraft® Logo](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/kantele-carrying-case-black-nylon-embroidered-with-folkcraftr-logo-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559490551)
Buy strings by the dozen. Duh! What a good idea! Why did I wait so long?
![Folkcraft® Plain Steel Strings, Loop Ends, Pack Of Twelve, .016](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/products/folkcraftr-plain-steel-strings-loop-ends-pack-of-twelve-016-mountain-dulcimer-sheet-music-tab_67x67.jpg?v=1559492077)
I am not an early adopter of ANYTHING. Also, we recently downsized and I had "thinned the herd" a bit and never thought I'd buy another dulcimer. However, when I heard about the DulciVox, I knew I had to try it. I play mainly mellow, finger-picked music, and was looking for something I could play in a health care setting (where people tend to be hard of hearing) without having to use an amp. And I just wanted a big, full, mellow sound with lots of sustain., because that's what I like. My DulciVox arrived last week, and I love it. The VSL (25") and the action are perfect. Got a 1/2 fret (but not fully chromatic) and am so glad I did. The DulciVox is very versatile; great for both strumming and finger picking, in both the quiet setting and in a jam.
![Design Your Own Folkcraft DulciVox Pro](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1405/0836/files/Design-Your-Own-Folkcraft-DulciVox-Pro-Best-Handmade-Mountain-Dulcimer_a15eb0a0-0c57-404f-afac-139da8862bb3_67x67.jpg?v=1719606572)