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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What could be better? We love to take lessons from Bing. Always learn something new and have fun at the same time.
Folkcraft® Mountain Dulcimer String Set, Ball Ends (.011" .011" .013" .024"BW)
I have been to their workshop at Folkcraft several years ago. It was great! The concert was great! When Richard decided to have them back again, I was very excited to be able to take live classes from them. Everyone should come and try out their workshops. You will not be sorry. Vickey Sasser
I have had classes with Bing in the past. He is an excellent teacher, showing great patience with students and explaining the material so it is easily understood. It is always a treat to hear Bing play the dulcimer. He is a great artist, and I am looking forward to the upcoming clinic.
I love the tone of FOLKCRAFT baritone strings
Helpful on the phone. Strings delivered quickly and were of fine quality.
I received my new Custom Folkcraft dulcimer about three weeks ago, and it is simply amazing! I have a hand injury that has taken 3+ years to improve so I can play again. I tasked Richard with building me a full sized California body with a 24 VSL scale. Richard worked with my on wood selections and options and honestly, this instrument is stunning! I had been playing a very short scale, small body dulcimer and wanted a full, warm sound. This 24 VSL w Galax back was the perfect solution. Richard and his team are true artisans in their craft. Beautifully built, solid (I take my dulcimer on the road when camping) and has a beautiful, warm and balanced sound. I can’t put it down, and my hand does not tire when playing! Many thanks to Richard and the entire Folkcraft team. I am now able to play a big sounding dulcimer again. This is a true blessing ! LD
I had the misfortune of committing a senior moment. I forgot to use my gift card as I was busy with alot of other projects. My bad! I was going to purchase a spare set of strings. Drat.
I needed to order strings, called and Richard helped me place the order over the phone. They were received on the opposite side of our great state in just a couple of days. I wish I lived closer so I could stop in once in awhile. Super nice people and beautiful instruments!
I was fortunate to actually visit with Richard when I called and ordered a custom 25" VSL Walnut sides and back, Butternut top, Purple Heart Fingerboard andLR Baggs pickup. I am very happy with the playability and sound from this beautiful piece of art. I didn't realize it would come with the racing stripes as I see Richard display is some youtube videos. The finish is very nice. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed with a Mountain Dulcimer like this one.
Just what I wanted. A hanger that was easy to install and looks great.
I haven’t used this batch of fret wire…I have no reason to believe it won’t be excellent as always.
Doing business with Folkcraft is simply a great experience. Thank You
Folkcraft offers quality merchandise at reasonable prices along with directions on how to install the parts. Great company to purchase items from.
I have not as yet put the plan to use, since I am a bit behind in my instrument building, and I am finishing off my workshop after a move, but the plan looks like it will work well for me when the time arrives, as it is drawn in very good fashion.
