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Ben Seymour, Luthier
2142 Coxe Rd., Tryon, NC 28782-7773
(828) 863-4384  kudzuman@alltel.net

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Other Instruments: Custom Projects

In addition to lap dulcimers, Ben Seymour makes many other stringed instruments; he's always interested in building something different.  For more information on any of those pictured below, or on an instrument you'd like to see him build, send him an email, or call (828) 863-4384 after 8:00 p.m. EST.  

"I will be glad to discuss special design requests for any instrument, and will be happy to craft an instrument to your desired specifications.  Please contact me to discuss your needs."                                        --Ben  

All instruments are finished with nitrocellulose semi-gloss lacquer.

 Some of Ben's Custom Instruments
(other than dulcimers!)
   Click a thumbnail to see the big picture.
Bouzouki (Irish)
A beautiful, clean tone from a finely crafted instrument. Has a big sound, as do all Ben's instruments.   

Irish Bouzouki

 Bowed Psaltery 
This is a custom psaltery with special detailing. Basic models have circular soundhole and one-piece back. (Bow is included w/order.)

Bowed psaltery front    Bowed psaltery back
"Kudzu Lute" 
Ben made this for a person who wanted an instrument that plays in  guitar position but has a dulcimer fretboard.  It has a strong, clear tone unplugged; when plugged in, it will bite through the band!

Kudzu Lute front  Kudzu Lute back  Kudzu Lute headstock detail
Sound files (mp3)
Unplugged    Plugged
(Music copyright Ben Seymour 2001) 

 Paraguayan Harp
Made to order for one of Ben's students.  Has tacitos (little pegs of specific length) next to bottom of particular strings for sharping, in place of levers.

  Paraguayan Harp  
Travel Guitar
Made for a friend.  Has a nice sound as well as the unique look of knotted spruce and a thunderhead soundhole.  Our friend hates to risk traveling with it, since he likes it so much! 

Travel guitar detail    Travel guitar  

Monochord
A custom commission from John Michael Greer, a music instructor.  

(For Greer's comment on the instrument, see Related Instruments on the Scheitholt page)

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