Hi, Roland --
In case you still haven't found a cimbalom string layout to look at, I've put
up a quick-and-dirty one on the web here:
http://www.polygigamous.com/cimbalom/tuning_chart.jpg.
This is for a full-range, concert-size instrument. The C at the bottom of the
treble bridge is middle-C. Octaves on the chart are color-coded so that all the
notes within a single octave are the same color. If you're interested in more
detailed info, let me know.
As far as construction goes, that's a more complicated topic. I can point you
in the direction of a builder if you like.
- Paul
On Jul 14, 2013, at 5:09 PM, hdlist-request@hammered-dulcimers.org wrote:
> Cimbalom casing is generally a rather heavy solid construction, intended for
> permanent floor stand mounting. This is due to the high tension stress
> requirements of 4-string courses of relatively low-guage (thick) strings. The
> tone resulting is more metallic and piano-like. The casement appears to be
> 4-8 inches thick. Range is designed to be extensive (more than the HD) from
> c2 to d6 chromatically. I have been unable to find any good documentation on
> either string layouts or general construction of an instrument on the
> internet (at least using the english google search engine). Cimbalom always
> has dampers because the rigidity of the instrument case/soundboard results in
> high sustain duration.
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