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product_id: 20854356
title: "Seagull 039227 Merlin Spruce SG Dulcimer 4-String Diatonic Instrument"
brand: "seagull"
price: "€ 249.85"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Seagull"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/20854356-seagull-039227-merlin-spruce-sg-dulcimer-4-string-diatonic-instrument
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# solid spruce top for rich tone 4-string diatonic design rock maple body & neck for durability Seagull 039227 Merlin Spruce SG Dulcimer 4-String Diatonic Instrument

**Brand:** seagull
**Price:** € 249.85
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Unlock your inner folk star with the Merlin — small size, big sound, zero compromises!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Seagull 039227 Merlin Spruce SG Dulcimer 4-String Diatonic Instrument by seagull
- **How much does it cost?** € 249.85 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/20854356-seagull-039227-merlin-spruce-sg-dulcimer-4-string-diatonic-instrument)

## Best For

- seagull enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted seagull brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Tuning:** Tusq nut and compensated bridge by Graph Tech guarantee stable tuning and enhanced intonation for professional-grade performance.
- • **Smooth Playability:** Drive-through neck design and satin oil finish provide effortless hand movement and long jam sessions without fatigue.
- • **Premium Craftsmanship:** Solid spruce top paired with a 3-piece rock maple body ensures durability and a resonant, balanced sound profile.
- • **Lightweight & Portable:** At just 2.6 pounds, this mini dulcimer is your perfect on-the-go companion for spontaneous creativity and social jam sessions.
- • **Compact Powerhouse Sound:** Despite its travel-friendly size, the Merlin delivers a surprisingly loud and vibrant acoustic tone that commands attention.

## Overview

The Seagull 039227 Merlin Spruce SG Dulcimer is a 4-string diatonic acoustic instrument featuring a solid spruce top and rock maple body with a drive-through neck design. Weighing only 2.6 pounds, it offers exceptional portability without sacrificing sound quality, enhanced by Graph Tech Tusq components for precise tuning and intonation. Ideal for musicians seeking a compact, well-crafted instrument that’s fun to play and built to last.

## Description

Inspired by the dulcimer, the Seagull Merlin is a portable 4-string diatonic acoustic instrument that's just simply fun to play and hard to put down. The Seagull Merlin Natural Spruce SG features a solid spruce top with a 'mustache' style Tusq bridge, compensated saddle, 3-piece rock maple body with drive-through neck design and tune-up with vintage style open-geared tuners.

Review: Great little instrument! very addictive! - I am extremely satisfied with my Merlin. It is very well made. I love the unique sound it offers. I have been playing ,and enjoying it every day, it has been a great addition to my collection. The only downside was the quality of the factory installed strings which I quickly replaced.
Review: Very Nice - This is simply an amazing sounding instrument. I was surprised when I opened the box and picked the Merlin up out of the box, it is extremely light weight. When I strummed the strings I couldn't believe that this size of a instrument could have such a loud sound. The strings were very close to already being tuned just a little twist of the peg heads and it was tuned and ready to play. It holds tune very well. It is made very well. The neck is smooth and your fretting hand slides easily. It's fun to play because just about anything you do sounds good. I think anyone would enjoy playing the Merlin.

## Features

- Solid spruce top Rock maple, string-through body Rock maple neck, drive-through neck design Nut Width : 1.280"Tusq nut by Graph Tech Compensated bridge Tusq by Graph Tech Satin oil finish

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B015X6OMOA |
| Back Material | Maple |
| Body Material | Spruce Wood |
| Color Name | sunburst |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (230) |
| Date First Available | February 17, 2014 |
| Fretboard Material | Maple Wood |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.6 pounds |
| Item model number | 10785662 |
| Material Type | Spruce Wood |
| Neck Material Type | Maple Wood |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Product Dimensions | 30 x 18 x 3.5 inches |
| Size | travel/mini |
| String Gauge | .010, .014, .023, .030 |
| String Material | Alloy Steel |
| Top Material | Spruce |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Maple
- **Brand:** Seagull
- **Color:** sunburst
- **Finish Type:** Polished
- **Instrument:** Guitar
- **Item Weight:** 2.6 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 30 x 18 x 3.5 inches
- **Size:** travel/mini
- **String Material Type:** Alloy Steel
- **Top Material Type:** Spruce

## Images

![Seagull 039227 Merlin Spruce SG Dulcimer 4-String Diatonic Instrument - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Vf9vpuacL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the scake length of this instrument?**
A: Merlin M4 nut to bridge on mine is 21 inches.  7 frets full octave with no blues fret. I put in a temporary blues fret at 5-1/2 with a cutdown paper clip and some bandage tape. Got to look out for string height at that position though so you don't mess up the whole note that lives at that spot.

**Q: How do you know if your Merlin is DAD or G tuning? i bought mine just about the time when Seagull changed it.**
A: The Merlin will have heavier (wound) strings - at least three. This is because the G tuning is lower. If your strings are more like those on a guitar, and your bass string is the only wound string, you have a dadd-type Merlin. Also, I believe that only the mahogany ones are G; I haven't seen on that was spruce.

**Q: What is the difference between the SG and the M4 models?**
A: Sg is spruce and M4 is mahogany.

**Q: What is the neck width across where the nut is ?**
A: I just got it out and measured it.  It's 1 1/4".  James.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little instrument! very addictive!
*by L***C on August 2, 2017*

I am extremely satisfied with my Merlin. It is very well made. I love the unique sound it offers. I have been playing ,and enjoying it every day, it has been a great addition to my collection. The only downside was the quality of the factory installed strings which I quickly replaced.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Nice
*by B***H on January 3, 2015*

This is simply an amazing sounding instrument. I was surprised when I opened the box and picked the Merlin up out of the box, it is extremely light weight. When I strummed the strings I couldn't believe that this size of a instrument could have such a loud sound. The strings were very close to already being tuned just a little twist of the peg heads and it was tuned and ready to play. It holds tune very well. It is made very well. The neck is smooth and your fretting hand slides easily. It's fun to play because just about anything you do sounds good. I think anyone would enjoy playing the Merlin.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Instrument
*by E***R on July 25, 2025*

Love my Merlin! Super easy to play. Plenty of videos on YouTube to learn different tuning, chords, and full songs.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Seagull Merlin (10785662)
- Merlin Songbook for beginners: 65 Campfire Classics for Merlin (M4) in D tuning
- The Big Merlin Songbook: 100 Songs for Merlin (M4) in D tuning (D-A-D) (Merlin Songbook for beginners)

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*Last updated: 2026-03-31*