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Backyard Music: Durable Folk Instruments for All Skill Levels
Backyard Music represents a dedicated team of musicians and craftsmen committed to creating accessible, high-quality folk instruments. Our instruments are designed by individuals with deep musical expertise, ensuring each product embodies playability and durability. We utilize premium materials like Nicaraguan mahogany and maple to prevent warping under string tension, while innovative cardboard soundboxes offer weather resistance and lightweight portability. Our focus on affordability and ease of assembly makes instruments suitable for classrooms, families, and travelers. Every product is rigorously evaluated to ensure optimal action, intonation, and tuning stability, reflecting our commitment to musical satisfaction.Decades of hands-on experience inform our designs, which have remained reliable companions for educators and beginners worldwide. We maintain transparency in our construction methods and material choices, prioritizing functional benefits over unnecessary complexity. Customer satisfaction is evidenced by repeat orders from schools and lifelong use of our instruments. Our instructional resources further support new musicians, reinforcing our mission to make music accessible. This dedication to quality, education, and practicality continues to guide our production approach.
Services
Dulcimer kits
Banjo kits
Harps
Instrument repair parts
School group pricing
Instructional materials
Cardboard soundboxes
Highlights and features
- Experienced musicians design instruments for optimal playability and durability.
- Durable materials withstand travel, classroom use, and changing climates.
- Easy-to-assemble kits require only basic tools for completion.
- Innovative cardboard soundboxes combine acoustic responsiveness with weather resistance.
- Affordable pricing maintains quality through strategic material substitutions.
What people say
Amazingly good sound
Built to last
Easy to assemble
Ideal for classrooms
Weather-resistant design
Services
Dulcimer Kits
Our dulcimer kits include pre-cut components and pre-installed frets requiring minimal assembly. Using durable materials and straightforward instructions, these kits allow complete novices to build functional instruments in 90-120 minutes. Each kit includes our 28-page instructional guide for non-musicians.
Folk Harps
The Fireside Folk Harp features a three-piece hardwood frame with 22 nylon strings and optional sharping levers. Designed for ease of assembly, these harps weigh less than traditional models while maintaining traditional tuning and playability for intermediate musicians.
Cardboard Soundboxes
Patented corrugated cardboard soundboxes provide acoustic responsiveness while resisting cracking from temperature or humidity changes. This lightweight, durable design makes instruments ideal for travel and classroom settings where traditional wooden bodies might fail.
School Group Orders
Special pricing and bulk ordering options available for schools and music programs. Classroom-tested durability ensures instruments withstand frequent use, with replacement parts available for long-term maintenance and repair of student instruments.
Replacement Parts
We offer individual replacement components including strings, tuning pegs, and soundbox assemblies. This extends instrument lifespan through affordable repairs rather than complete replacements, supporting our commitment to durable, lifetime instruments.
Questions
Do your dulcimers come pre-assembled?
Yes, we offer both ready-to-play instruments and assembly kits. The Simplicity Dulcimer ships fully assembled while our kits require 90-120 minutes of easy construction.
Can I order instruments for a school program?
We provide bulk pricing for educational institutions. Contact us directly for group orders or access our 'Teacher's Lounge' section for classroom pricing details.
How durable are the cardboard soundboxes?
Our corrugated soundboxes resist cracking from climate changes and withstand minor impacts. Schools report 20+ years of continuous use with occasional soundbox replacements costing less than full instruments.
Are instruments suitable for travel?
Yes, all our instruments weigh less than two pounds. The cardboard construction handles temperature extremes and humidity better than traditional wooden instruments during transport.
Do you offer replacement parts?
We sell individual components including strings, frets, and soundboxes. This allows instrument repairs rather than complete replacements, extending the lifespan of your investment.
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