Roosebeck Roosebeck Deluxe 8-Course Lute Sheesham LT8DRN
- 8 courses
- 25 scalloped staves in the bowl
- 600 mm scale length (23.6250 inches)
- Spruce soundboard, sheesham neck and pegs
- 17.5 x 6.5 x 12.25 inch bowl
- 2.75 inch nut width
- Padded gig bag included
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An eight-course lute with a scalloped-stave bowl, a spruce soundboard and a padded gig bag, for players exploring the lute. The string count field contradicts the course count.
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ASIN: B017N9M1PMModel: LT8DRNCategory: Lutes
Overview
A player exploring the lute gets a bowl built from scalloped staves, a peg box with lace work and a spruce soundboard, with the neck and tuning pegs in sheesham.
The reason to consider it is the hand-built look and the detailed neck measurements, with a bag included. The limit is that the strings are not specified beyond a list of three possible materials.
Who it's for
A musician exploring the lute who values detailed neck and nut measurements for choosing strings. Someone who wants a ready-to-play string set should ask the seller what is fitted.
Pros and cons
- Lace-work peg box
- Sheesham neck and pegs
- Padded gig bag included
- Detailed neck dimensions
- String type given as three options
- String count field conflicts with courses
- Warranty not listed
Performance notes
A bowl made of many scalloped staves gives the lute its rounded back, and the spruce soundboard carries the sound. The widths at the nut and bridge decide how the courses spread across the neck. The scale length governs string tension and reach.
Specifications
| Model | LT8DRN |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale length | 600 mm (23.6250 inches) |
| Neck at nut | 2.75 inches |
| Neck at body joint | 3.8750 inches |
| Body/bowl | 17.5 long x 6.5 wide x 12.25 high inches |
| Weight | 2.1 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Back Material Type | Lacewood, Spruce Wood |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| String Material Type | Nylon, Gut, or Metal |
| Bowl | 25 scalloped staves |
| Neck | Sheesham |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Padded gig bag (case per specs) |
| Other details | |
| Instrument | Lute |
| Courses | 8 |
| Tuning pegs | Sheesham |
| Strings at nut | 2.3750 inches |
| Strings at bridge | 4 inches |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I string the Roosebeck 8-course lute?
The listing gives no stringing steps. It lists nylon, gut or metal strings, string slots in the nut, a string spread of 2.3750 inches at the nut and 4 inches at the bridge.
How many strings does the Roosebeck lute have?
The specs table shows 4, but the title and description say 8 courses. Trust the course count and confirm the string layout with the seller.
What comes with the Roosebeck 8-course lute?
The description says a padded gig bag is included, and the specs list a case.