The Beede Signature
The David Beede Signature
David Beede is a talented builder as well as singer/songwriter. I am sure many of you are familiar with his work. David has not built his unique dulcimer in several years and there is a following of folks that really seek the unique sound of his instruments. Over the past several months, David and I have collaborated and have come out with the Beede Signature dulcimer. It has the deep rich voice and novel features that David is known for. Together, we are happy to make this instrument available to you. Here is David introducing you to it:
At least for the time being, other than fret patterns, custom versions of this dulcimer are not available. We want to maintain the look and sound of a true Beede dulcimer as you see here.
Peghead:
4 Tuners
Fretboard:
Width: 1.50”
Vibrating String Length (VSL): 25”
Overlay: Ebony
Inlay: see the pattern here.
Frets: Standard (includes 6 ½ and 13 ½ ), Add 1 ½, 8 ½,… no charge. Optional Chromatic listed below.
Surface: 10” Radius
Nut and Bridge: TusQ (flat frequency, self lubricating)
Body:
Flush, rounded edges
Spruce top
Ribbon Mahogany body
Other:
Custom Soft side case
K&K Twin Spot piezo pickup
Strap buttons
Grover, 18:1 ratio, (black)
Pricing: $2800
Options:
Custom Hard Case: $200
Chromatic: $100