The Bella Dulcimers
Family of Dulcimers
Here you will find more information about the standard features offered on each model of dulcimer. Each one with its own unique characteristics and sound. All models are thoughtfully designed and crafted with attention to detail—considering elements like sound hole shape, placement, and scale length. With ease of playability in mind, each handmade Bella Dulcimer is uniquely beautiful in aesthetics and tone. I take great delight in offering what I believe are some of the most inspiring and best-sounding dulcimers available today. Every model also includes a high-quality custom fitted Bella Dulcimers gig bag to keep your instrument protected.
The "Artist Grand Soloist"
Hourglass shape
Master and/or exhibition grade tonewoods
Tapered round sound holes
25.4 VSL
Offset abalone shell position markers
Walnut fingerboard overlay
Fully compensated fixed saddle
Radius Fingerboard
FULL sound, rich in overtones
Ultra thin open pore nitrocellulose satin lacquer finish
(shown in upgraded exotic wood package)
Instrument Sound
The "Appalachian"
Hourglass shape
Traditional tonewoods
Custom "Vines" f-holes
26.1 VSL
Offset position mother-of-pearl markers
Walnut fingerboard overlay
Fully compensated fixed saddle
Radius Fingerboard
Ultra thin open pore nitrocellulose satin lacquer finish
Traditional, clear tone
Instrument Sound
The "Nightingale"
Mini Hourglass shape
Oval sound holes
22.875 VSL
Offset position markers
Walnut fingerboard overlay
Fully compensated fixed saddle
Radius Fingerboard
Ultra thin open pore nitrocellulose satin lacquer finish
G Tuning
Clear tone with great volume
Instrument Sound
The "Hawk" Baritone
Large Hourglass shape
Round sound holes
27.5 VSL
Offset position markers
Walnut fingerboard overlay
Fully compensated fixed saddle
Radius Fingerboard
Ultra thin open pore nitrocellulose satin lacquer finish
DEEP TONE
Instrument Sound
The Virtuoso Model
Teardrop shape
Constructed with Exotic tone woods
Oval sound holes
25.4 VSL
Offset Abalone shell position markers
Brazilian Ebony fingerboard overlay
Fully compensated fixed saddle
Radius Fingerboard
Hard shell case
Full, rich sound
Ultra thin open pore nitrocellulose satin lacquer finish
This model represents the “Crem de la Creme” of Bella Dulcimers
Instrument Sound
Front
Back
Custom Fitted Gig Bag
Every Bella Dulcimer includes a high quality fitted gig bag. Made with only the best materials and workmanship this heavy duty gig bag will protect your dulcimer for many years to come. Hard shell cases are available upon request for an additional charge.