Herdim Pick, 3-In-1 Sampler Pack (Four Of Each Color)
Great Quality Strings that should give me many years of use.
These picks were recommended by my Dulcimer instructor.
Let me start by saying if you’re a beginner and want to learn the dulcimer there’s nothing wrong with going with the cardboard kit it gives you appreciation for what you had built. Yes I’ve own a few dulcimers all diatonic, but I want to learn chromatic so this is the way I went, as far as shipping, an actual product review. It’s all great because it’s from folkcraft.
It’s not easy finding clear, easy to play music from the 14-16th century, but here you have it!
These are great sing-along songs. I've replaced some of my music with these easier to play arrangements. I especially like that this book in its spiral bound format which allows it to be folded back flat for easy reading or a music stand. I wish more sheet music books were this way.
I have purchased herd picks before, the yellow ones, and yes, over time I’ve managed to misplace most of them. This time I’m trying out the red ones, which have a medium firmness. I like them very much, even better than the yellow ones.
I usually use strings that are a little heavier than these, but I am so impressed with the sound and use of playing. I think I will always use them on my 4-string (equidistant DAdd) dulcimer. They just ring! Plus they look really classy with my black walnut fretboard and black tuning gears - if only my frets were black too. I had no problem installing them and no problem with stretching excessively (I always keep a good bit of tension on my strings while winding them on).
Good quality. Had to trim one of the leather parts as it was a little snug on my 3/4 size dulcimer. Other than that, it is great!
the overall tonal quality in sound (tone&volume) & play-ability blends very nicely with the 1st, 2nd & 3rd uke's nylon strings. However, knit-picking its issue with breaking-in, took just a little more time to acquire. Then again, considering its string tension with a stiffer feel as its cure, allow ~ 1 week's time before playing a gig... *happy, happy Snoopy-like dance...
I ordered new strings for my Folkcraft dulcimer ❤️. I have had it for about a year and hadn't changed strings. It was fairly easy and I couldn't believe how much brighter the sound was. Thank you, Folkcraft. You are the best.
All of Shelley's books give you a chance to learn a few songs of a particular type. Think of them as the hors d'oeuvres before a meal. If you really click with the music, you can go and find more of it.
This is exactly what I was looking for.
I’ve only been building for about six months so the one string I broke was most likely my fault but when you hear them played they’re worth the price.
I have been playing mountain dulcimer for a year. The songs in this book are a lot more difficult than I expected. It is definitely not for beginners, in my opinion. I will work at learning them, but there a lot of other songs I will master before these. My real complaint is the was the book was bound. I cannot use it on a music stand without using several clips to hold the book open. Also, for songs longer than 2 pages, I need to be able to scan and print the 3rd page to be able to play it. I cannot get a good scan on my flatbed scanner because of the binding. I really wish the book had been spiral bound. I am going to take the book to a print shop and have the binding cut off, and have it spiral bound. I really like the songs in the book and am looking forward to being able to play them. Some day.
I’ve only had strings on it for a couple days but so far the pins are doing what they’re supposed to and for the amount ajd the price the two orders I needed weren’t had.
I purchased Nuts/Bridges through the site White ones and Brown ones through Amazon, so I have choices. They are made of Delrin and work wonderfully. Delrin is a thermoplastic renowned for its metal-like strength, outstanding dimensional stability, and low coefficient of friction so it is wonderful for this application. I recommend the "Folkcraft® Mountain Dulcimer Nuts And Bridges, Bone Delrin, 1 3/8" Wide, Pack Of Six"
I've ordered from Folkcraft several times and always been pleased with the quality of product and prices. With the rapidity in which the order was handled. I would like to see the website made a little more user friendly. A better way of finding the part/product you need that scrolling through many pages. Thanks
Any string gage I’ve needed I’ve been able to find at Folkcraft
Folkcraft makes it easy and convenient to find the right strings for your dulcimer, and then buying in bulk is the cream on top!
I had it spiral bound. Lays flat. A great collection of song
Attractive and easy to install