Which Dulcimer Hammer Should I Use?

Joshua Messick shares his thoughts on choosing the right hammered dulcimer hammer. https://JoshuaMessick.com *Correction* When discussing weight, I should have said 12-16 grams per set or 6-8 grams per hammer. *Hammer Length / Striking Surface Designs* I should have mentioned hammers vary by length and design of the striking surface. When playing a tall instrument, a longer hammer helps to reach the high notes. Some players prefer the balance and feel of shorter hammers. There is no right or wrong -- it's just preference. If your instrument has tight string spacing, a curved or smaller striking surface helps improve accuracy. || Connect || Join my mailing list: http://JoshuaMessick.com Follow on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2Gl8JdK || My Hammers || My Master Works "Joshua Messick" hammers: http://bit.ly/2td3GU0 || Recommended Hammers || Please let these makers know Joshua sent you! Master Works: http://bit.ly/2RPcR6W Bob Bedard: http://bit.ly/2TGaVPY Rick Fogel: http://bit.ly/2I1Pwj2 Jill Weimer: http://bit.ly/2E0htn4 --Special Hammers Double-Headed Hammers: http://bit.ly/2I1Pwj2 Hammers with Pick: http://bit.ly/2RPxfos || Learn about my "DulciForte" hammered dulcimer || https://youtu.be/c0t8_pcKonw || My CDs & Sheet Music || http://JoshuaMessick.com || My Digital Music || iTunes / Apple Music: https://apple.co/2FD6C4y Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/2RzvQTL Bandcamp: http://bit.ly/2DlToXx