hicky
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Post by hicky on Nov 4, 2007 18:09:26 GMT 1
I was recommended to this site, as I'm from the UK and I'm not allowed to order a 'non-secure' dulcimer off the internet.
Is there anywhere else I can get one? I appreciate recommendations very much.
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Post by Dick Glasgow on Nov 4, 2007 18:17:54 GMT 1
Hello Hicky,
Good to have you on board.
As you live in England I would recommend that you try & visit your nearest Dulcimer Maker.
Check out this list of English Dulcimer makers to see which ones are based near you. UK Dulcimer MakersIf I were you, I would also keep an eye on the Nonsuch website for upcoming events.
If you could get along to one of their events you would be able to meet other players & try out their Dulcimers & so find one you liked.
Good Luck
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gypsy
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Post by gypsy on Nov 12, 2007 5:03:04 GMT 1
if you have never played before, do not spend a huge amount of money. if possible, borrow one. THEN, you will understand what you want in an instrument. That being said, anything that you plan on buying should come with a trial period.......15 days is the usual on my side of the pond. And best of luck! you are embarking on a great adventure..........
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cooper
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Post by cooper on Nov 12, 2007 16:17:49 GMT 1
I second that advice!
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gypsy
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Post by gypsy on Nov 19, 2007 5:33:56 GMT 1
Well, have you gone shopping or borrowing yet?
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Harriet H
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Post by Harriet H on Nov 19, 2007 16:34:32 GMT 1
does anybody know where i could hire a dulcimer (in the uk) for a bit?
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Post by Dick Glasgow on Nov 19, 2007 17:10:50 GMT 1
Harriet, you should try contacting the Nonsuch Dulcimer Club via their Website.
The Nonsuch Dulcimer Club
You should bung them an E-mail.
They may well know of someone in your own area, who is well known to the club, who might be willing to let you borrow one for a while, or at the very least, let you try one out & perhaps even help you get started.
Dulcimer players can be a secretive lot, almost like a secret society, & you might find you have a player living next door to you & not even know it! 
In any case, it's a great idea to try before you buy. 
Good Luck
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Post by jenny4dulc on Nov 20, 2007 12:04:11 GMT 1
Yes Harriet, the Nonsuch Club has some dulcimers for loan, and if they are all out on at the moment, club members in your area could well be willing to help you out with something. If you don't have any luck, contact me via this forum as I have a good Oakwood 12/12 I could let you try out.
Jenny4dulc
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Harriet H
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Post by Harriet H on Nov 20, 2007 19:16:40 GMT 1
wow, thankyou very much! i'll check out the nonmsuch dulcimer club then give you an update on my findings |
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Post by jenny4dulc on Nov 22, 2007 19:34:58 GMT 1
OK. Look forward to hearing how you get on.
Jenny4dulc
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jt3d
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Post by jt3d on Nov 30, 2007 11:47:56 GMT 1
Your going about it the right way. This is not a decision to rush quickly into, as far as choosing a HD. Play one to see if you think you'll like it, then play several different kinds to get a feel for what you like voice-wise in what you want to invest in. Good luck! Keep us posted.
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