It all depends on how often you're prepared to replace the highest
pitched course (ie the first string): at modern pitch A440 with a 76cm
fingered string length, e'flat would be the highest I would normally
expect ie nominal f' at A392 (a whole tone under usual modern pitch).
Indeed, depending on the gut supplied, you might find a little lower
would significantly increase first string life.
MH
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From: sterling price <[email protected]>
To: baroque lute list <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, 11 July 2013, 2:10
Subject: [BAROQUE-LUTE] Big Edlingers
Hi all--
The list has seemed very inactive lately so here is a question: Is
there anyone on the list who plays a baroque lute on the big side,
say
around 76 cm? I am just curious as to what strings and pitch has
worked
for you. I just adore my Larry Brown 1987 Edlinger, and I'm thinking
of
trying something new with the strings. It has a mix of just about
everything now.
Thanks!
--Sterling
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