The – Appalachian or – Mountain Dulcimer is one of the most popular and easiest musical instruments to play. Simply hold down two of the strings with your finger or a – noter (stick that is provided) and strum. Our hourglass model is made with natural laminated spruce top. Stained laminated spruce back and sides. Solid maple neck and fingerboard. Total Length: 37 Body Depth: 2 Scale Length: 27 Lower Bout: 16 1/2 Upper Bout: 13 1/4