I have never played the dulcimer that resembles a guitar. I have tried using the noter and found it unsatisfactory - uncomfortable to hold and producing unpleasant tone. Over the years, I have gone to concerts, club meetings and festivals, and I have never seen anybody play a dulcimer with the noter. I think the noter is simply something for people who don't play the instrument to talk about.

There may not be a dulcimer under a bed in Guam, but somebody might know of one back home and could bring it in. Meanwhile, start watching videos.