Joshua Messick and Russell Cook present an in-depth comparison of the Pioneer and Ultralight hammered dulcimers handcrafted by Master Works.

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CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:11 Buyer's Guide, Consultations & Ordering
00:01:45 Sound Comparison
00:07:22 Technology & Design Comparison
00:07:41 Dimensions
00:04:33 Pioneer Information
00:08:42 Soundboard Tapering
00:10:35 Bridges
00:14:26 Strings
00:16:22 Back & Bracing
00:19:29 Pinblocks
00:21:05 Endrails
00:23:04 Configurations
00:24:51 Corner Caps
00:25:36 Stain-All-Over & Soundboard Stain
00:26:28 Dampers
00:26:47 Internal Sealant
00:27:51 Internal Pickup
00:29:12 Soundhole Inlays
00:29:31 Conclusion