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Dusty Strings D45 16/15 Hammered Dulcimer
Dusty Strings D45 16/15 Hammered Dulcimer
SKU:HAM100
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Dusty Strings' D45 provides the dulcimer enthusiast with three octaves of sparkling, clean and balanced sound in a 16 treble and 15 bass course configuration. As an extra enhancement, they've inserted three upper chromatic notes to extend the chromatic range to more than two octaves - a very useful feature that increases the versatility of the instrument. Made entirely of solid wood, this dulcimer has a deep bass that blends beautifully with its clear, even treble.
The D45 was designed to be fitted with dampers, which are a sustain control device that allow a wide range of tonal effects, from the rich and complex natural voice of the undamped strings to a wonderful, wholly muted marimba-like tone with no sustain. The dampers on the D45 can be installed when the instrument is built, or easily added later by the player.
Combining a rich, full sound, versatility and solid-wood elegance in a mid-sized and mid-priced instrument, the D45 will be a delight for any dulcimer player, from beginning to advanced.
Includes gooseneck tuning wrench, double-sided oval hammers, and note guide strips.
- 3 octaves
- solid sapele soundboard and back
- traditional 5th-interval tuning
- 16/15 configuration
Options include:
- Padded cordura case
- Dampers
- Stand (sit-down or stand-up)
**Please allow 6-8 weeks for the order to ship**
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