Roosebeck Mountain Dulcimer 4-Str
- 4-string dulcimer set, loop ends
- 3 plain steel strings plus 1 nickel plated wound string
- Medium gauge, bright, rich tone
- Double first course, D strings tuned in unison
- Folk, country, traditional and lap-style playing
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A replacement string set for four-string mountain dulcimers, with loop ends and a bright tone. It is strings only, not an instrument.
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ASIN: B0064E94WQModel: RBSMD4LECategory: Dulcimers
Overview
Roosebeck supplies this set as three plain steel strings and one nickel plated steel wound string on a steel core. All four strings have loop ends, and the unwound first course uses a pair of strings tuned in unison.
Anyone restringing a dulcimer gets matched gauges for each course in one package. The listing gives tuning and gauge figures for each string. It does not say which dulcimer models the set fits beyond the four-string type.
Who it's for
A player who wants fresh strings for a folk or lap-style dulcimer will use the gauge chart provided. Owners of instruments that take ball ends, or different course layouts, should confirm fit first.
Pros and cons
- Matched gauges for each course
- Loop ends on all strings
- Nickel plated wound string
- Bright, rich tone
- Strings only, no instrument
- Loop-end style only
- Fit beyond four-string unconfirmed
- Packaging details not given
Performance notes
Each course has its own gauge, from the thin plain steel strings at the top to the heavier nickel wound string at the bottom. The first course is doubled and tuned in unison, which adds volume and shimmer. Loop ends hook onto the tailpiece pins.
Specifications
| Model | RBSMD4LE |
|---|---|
| Construction & materials | |
| String Material Type | Nickel-plated steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Coating | Nickel plated |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 3 plain steel strings and 1 nickel plated steel wound string |
| Other details | |
| Number of Strings | 4 strings |
| Sound Profile | Bright, rich tone |
| String gauge | Medium |
| Gauges and tuning | D .012, D .012, A .014, D .022 wound |
| End type | Loop ends |
| Recommended uses | Folk, country, traditional music, lap-style playing |
Frequently asked questions
How do I look after Roosebeck dulcimer strings?
The listing gives no care instructions. The set has a nickel plated coating and loop ends on every string.
What is in the Roosebeck 4-string dulcimer set?
Three plain steel strings and one nickel plated steel wound string, all with loop ends.
Is this a complete Roosebeck dulcimer?
No. It is a string set only and does not include an instrument.
What tuning does the Roosebeck 4-string set use?
The chart lists D, D, A and D, with the first course doubled and tuned in unison.