Vixen..........Sorry that I didn'y throw this in earlier! I'll send you a message re: pitfalls, but I bet you have no trouble at all. And the dulcimer pictured, a 16/15 sells for between $475. and $650. depending on woods and gadgetry. The basic 12/11 (depending on woods used) sells for $325. to $375. All use rock maple pin blocks and interior framing and 3/4" Finnish Birch laminate (not plywood) backs for maximum stability and least flex.

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