The Master Works Ultralight Hammer Dulcimer is a professional quality musical instrument that has a voice that has to be experienced to be fully appreciated. Its full and mellow tone can only be out-shined by its durability, stability and portability. Each and every part of the Ultralight design has been thoroughly researched and developed to obtain the optimum balance between sound, strength and durability.
All unnecessary bulk is eliminated from the bracing, pin blocks and endrails.
Each quartersawn Genuine Mahogany soundboard is hand tapered to produce a much more active plate without sacrificing structural integrity. Proper string lengths and graduated string gauges produce an even tone throughout, and a firm, solid feel when striking the strings. Delrin bridge caps and a 45 degree angle on top of the Hard Maple pinblock not only help make tuning a snap, but also allow more accurate location of the strings to produce a perfect fifth interval of each treble course. This ultimately means that the instrument will hold its tuning longer and more accurately, and, if necessary, can be easily readjusted. The laminated back provides a super stable lightweight foundation and has a port for sound as well as ease of handling.