Schaff Universal Piano Bass Strings Full Set - 19 Fine String Series

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  • Set of 19 universal bass strings
  • 3-1/2" hitch to wrap on all strings

To determine what size you need measure your existing string with a micrometer or caliper in several places and select the size which matches most closely

The 19 sizes in this set are:

B48 1            Diameter of wire     .144"     Length of wrap     59-5/8"
B48 1-1/2     Diameter of wire     .134"     Length of wrap     59"
B48 2            Diameter of wire     .128"     Length of wrap     58-5/8"
B48 2-1/2     Diameter of wire     .124"     Length of wrap     58-1/4"
B48 3            Diameter of wire     .117"     Length of wrap     57-5/8"
B48 3-1/2     Diameter of wire     .112"     Length of wrap     57-1/8"
B48 4            Diameter of wire     .109"     Length of wrap     56-3/4"
B48 4-1/2     Diameter of wire     .102"     Length of wrap     56-1/4"
B48 5            Diameter of wire     .097"     Length of wrap     55-7/8"
B48 5-1/2      Diameter of wire     .088"     Length of wrap     55-1/8"
B48 6            Diameter of wire     .084"     Length of wrap     54-3/4"
B48 6-1/2     Diameter of wire     .077"     Length of wrap     54-1/4"
B48 7            Diameter of wire     .075"     Length of wrap     53-3/4"
B48 7-1/2     Diameter of wire     .074"     Length of wrap     53-1/8"
B48 8            Diameter of wire     .069"     Length of wrap     52-5/8"
B48 8-1/2     Diameter of wire     .067"     Length of wrap     52-1/4"
B48 9           Diameter of wire     .063"     Length of wrap     51-5/8"
B48 9-1/2    Diameter of wire     .061"     Length of wrap     51-1/8"
B48 10         Diameter of wire     .059"     Length of wrap     50-1/2"
B48 10-1/2   Diameter of wire     .056"     Length of wrap     50-1/8"
B48 11         Diameter of wire     .054"     Length of wrap     49-1/2"
B48 11-1/2   Diameter of wire     .053"     Length of wrap     49"
B48 12         Diameter of wire     .051"     Length of wrap     48-5/8"

Step by step instructions for installing Schaff universal replacement piano strings -

1. Place the loop end of the wire over the hitch pin and across the bass bridge. Line up replacement string with other strings in the piano. Measure 1/4" from the point where the windings end on other strings toward the bass bridge. Cut through the copper winding of the new string at this point. 

2. Stretch the replacement string across to the upper plate bearing or agraffe. Line up the replacement string with the windings of the other strings. Measure 1/4" from the winding line toward the opposite (hitch pin) side to allow for stretch. Cut through the copper winding of the new string at this point. 

3. Stretch the replacement string up to the tuning pin. Allow enough length for 3 coils on the tuning pin. Cut through the winding and wire core to remove excess length of the replacement string. 

4. Be sure to cut through the copper winding with a circular motion in the same direction as the winding has been done. This will prevent the windings from loosening their grip on the core wire. 

5. Remove the replacement string and unwind the copper winding at both ends up to the scored sections. Then install as you would any custom made string.


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