One of the reasons for this is that the string numbers at the same bridge position are different. Strings with different thicknesses have a slightly different interval relationship, and this slight difference has a significant impact on the tuning of the dulcimer. Therefore, it is necessary to replace the strings of the same thickness to have the possibility to tune the tones on both sides.

The second is that when the strings are adjusted, there is resistance due to mountain passes, bridges or rollers, so that the force of addition and subtraction during string adjustment cannot be transmitted in time, blocked in a certain section of strings, and even has tuning force. The tone remains the same, resulting in a discordant tone on both sides. At this time, you can adjust the tone on the left side first, and then adjust the tone on the right side, and decide how much force to use based on experience. If necessary, press the left or right strings with your hands to relieve and balance the two sides. The force contained in the string.

Third, you can observe whether the strings have a groove on the copper wire at the top of the bridge. This situation has the greatest impact. You need to replace the new copper wire or replace the original copper wire with a contact surface without grooves to improve the string contact. The string is blocked due to the groove of the bridge.

In addition, the strings are rusted and cause a slight difference in the local sound, and the strings should be replaced at this time. Also, note that the strings used for each bridge post are preferably one batch of strings, that is, use a pack of strings to guarantee the use of a set of strings.

Dulcimer tuning tips

From experience, because the dulcimer runs out of strings, in most cases the tone will become lower. Therefore, the tuning of the dulcimer is often to adjust the tone from low to high. When adjusting the whole piano as a whole, the first-tuned tone can be slightly higher than the set height. When you wait for one turn, you will find that the first-tuned tone will become lower because the pressure on the piano surface increases during the tuning process. Therefore, it is possible to leave a leeway in advance that may be exactly the tuned pitch.