Applecreek ACD100 Dulcimer
- 4 strings, bronze
- Spruce top and back, wood body
- Full size Appalachian dulcimer
- Brown, polished finish
- 16 ounces, 33 x 3.6 x 7 inches
- 1 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An entry-level mountain dulcimer for folk song accompaniment and first lessons on a stringed instrument. No case, pick or tuner is listed, and the item type field reads upright bass by mistake.
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ASIN: B0002DURGWModel: ACD100Category: Dulcimers
Overview
Strumming a few strings across a long wooden body is how a mountain dulcimer makes its sound, and this Applecreek model is built with spruce on the top and back. Bronze strings are fitted, and the finish is polished brown. Trophy Musical Instruments is the maker.
The reason to buy is a light, full-size dulcimer sold as an introduction to stringed instruments and folk accompaniment. The limit is thin detail: no fret count, tuning, case or accessories are listed, and one field mislabels the instrument.
Who it's for
A new player learning folk songs, or a family wanting a simple instrument, can start here. Experienced builders and performers should check the unlisted details, and nobody should expect this to be a bass.
Pros and cons
- Light enough to hold easily
- Spruce top and back
- Full size body
- Limited warranty included
- No accessories included
- Item type field reads upright bass
- Fret count not listed
- Tuning not listed
Performance notes
Bronze strings over a spruce top give the instrument its ringing, folk-style sound. Playing is by strumming or fingerpicking along the body, and the listing marks it as manual operation. Tuning and fret layout are not given.
Specifications
| Model | ACD100 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Full |
| Dimensions | 33 x 3.6 x 7 inches |
| Weight | 16 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Back Material Type | Spruce wood |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| String Material Type | Bronze |
| Color | Brown |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Instrument | Appalachian dulcimer |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Applecreek ACD100 a bass or a dulcimer?
A dulcimer. The instrument field says Appalachian dulcimer, and the item type field reads upright bass by mistake.
Does the Applecreek dulcimer come with a case or pick?
The included components field says not included, so plan to buy a pick, strap or case separately.
How many strings does the ACD100 have?
The listing says 4.
Is the ACD100 good for beginners?
The description calls it an introduction to stringed instruments and a choice for folk song accompaniment.