Folkcraft® Black Coated Mountain Dulcimer String Set, Ball Ends (.011" .011" .013" .024"BW)

I just installed this set on one of my Folkcraft dulcimers, so the strings are still stretching and having to be retuned. Here are my first impressions, and bear in mind I've only been playing for about three years. I play with double melody strings, and while tuning the second .011 string it broke where the string twists about the ball. I know, I know, the first thought is, well, the dummy was tightening it too much...been there done that, but not in this case. It appears to me that the string had a weakness at that point. Now you won't believe this, but for some reason a third .011 was included in the pack. I bought two sets, and the second set didn't have an extra...the dulcimer gods were smiling on me! Now, first impression on performance: It may be imagination, but they sound sweet and smooth to my inexperienced ear, and if they still do after playing a while they will be my go-to strings.

Since discovering these strings, I haven't used anything else. Like them a lot.

I’m enjoying the black strings, which sound great. They’re bright and loud! (As always, shipping was fast and excellent.)

Just put these on my vintage cherry Folkcraft dulcimer. I absolutely love them! Not only do they sound great, they are much easier on the fingers, and easier to see on the fret board. . A joy to play with these strings. Thanks for the efficient customer service and for a terrific product.

This is my first time using the Black Coated String Set and I am pleased with the result. They have a lovely sound and are gentle on my fingers. I will buy them again.