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McSpadden Mountain Dulcimer - The Twelfth Fret

McSpadden Mountain Dulcimer - The Twelfth Fret

The Twelfth Fret

McSpadden Mountain Dulcimer

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The McSpadden Mountain Dulcimer has been popular on the folk scene for many decades. We have just started to detect a renewed interest in this easy-to-play historic instrument and have imported an exceptional quality American handmade example that features solid Walnut construction with geared tuners, heart shaped sound holes and a carved...

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