Roosebeck Deluxe 8-Course Lute Sheesham & Canadian Cedar
- 8 courses, natural finish
- 4 nylon wound and 11 rectified nylon strings
- 8 nylon frets on the neck, 4 sheesham frets on the soundboard
- Sheesham scalloped staves with white pinstripes
- Canadian spruce soundboard, one laser-cut sound hole
- Right-handed, end peg for a strap
- No warranty on strings
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An eight-course lute with a pinstriped sheesham bowl, a laser-cut sound hole and a strap end peg, for right-handed players. The title and description disagree on whether the top is cedar or spruce.
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ASIN: B01DIJE3BQModel: LT8DRSNCategory: Lutes
Overview
Attaching a strap to the end peg lets a right-handed player stand with this eight-course lute, whose bowl is sheesham scalloped staves with white pinstripes between them.
The reason to consider it is the decorative build: pinstriped staves, a laser-cut sound hole and peg box, and a mustache-shaped bridge. The limit is conflicting top wood information, plus strings the seller advises replacing on arrival.
Who it's for
A lute player who wants to play standing with a strap and likes the pinstriped sheesham bowl. Buyers who need a confirmed top wood, a left-handed layout or strings covered by warranty should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Sheesham scalloped-stave bowl
- Laser-cut sound hole and peg box
- Strap-ready end peg
- Sheesham neck, bridge and pegs
- Top wood conflicts between title and description
- No warranty on strings
- Left-handed layout not offered
Performance notes
The sheesham bowl and the spruce soundboard form the resonating chamber, and the single sound hole releases the sound. Tuning follows the normal eight-course scheme, which varies with player preference. The seller recommends fresh strings on arrival, since transit can shorten their life.
Specifications
| Model | LT8DRSN |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Body Material Type | Sheesham scalloped staves, white pinstripes |
| Top Material Type | Canadian spruce (title says cedar) |
| Finish Type | Unfinished (natural) |
| Neck | Sheesham |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | None on strings |
| Other details | |
| Instrument | Lute |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Courses | 8 |
| Strings | 4 nylon wound, 11 rectified nylon |
| Bridge | Sheesham, lace wood top plate, mustache shape |
| Frets | 8 nylon on neck, 4 finished sheesham on soundboard |
| Neck At Nut | 2.79 inches in width |
| Soundboard | Solid Canadian Spruce |
Frequently asked questions
Can a left-handed player use the Roosebeck 8-course lute?
The description says it is made for a right-handed player, so a left-handed player would need a different instrument.
What tuning does the Roosebeck 8-course lute use?
The description gives the normal 8 course tuning, running from G4 down to D2 in the listed order, and says it varies with player preference.
Is the Roosebeck lute top cedar or spruce?
The title says Canadian cedar while the description and specs say Canadian spruce. Confirm with the seller.
Does the warranty cover the strings on the Roosebeck lute?
No. The description says there is no warranty on strings and advises replacing them soon after the lute arrives.