Strings
Like all stringed instruments, harp strings are very specific and not interchangeable. We recommend always having a full, extra set of strings to replace a string which breaks at an inopportune time. Unlike guitars and violins, harp strings do not need to be changed very frequently. The monofilament strings only need to be changed when they actually break. Nylon/nylon wrapped strings might reasonably be changed every few years. If you play a great deal you will want to replace any of the wrapped steel strings once a year. If you do not play daily, you can change these strings less frequently.
Harp strings number from the top so the highest, shortest string is always string number one.
Extra, Full String Set
Note: strings sets are all custom made, by hand, by a small, quality, US-based company. Occasionally, they get busy and our string orders are delayed. Be sure to order your Extra, Full String Sets several weeks before you need them.
We strongly recommend that if you play your harp regularly you keep a complete, extra, full set of strings on hand. Harp strings rarely break but they do seem to have a special intuition about breaking at the worst possible time. These complete sets have every string clearly labeled. For detailed information on how to put on a new string go to Changing a String.
The Harpsicle set of strings is for Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™, and Fullsicle™ Harps.
The string set for the Special Edition Fullsicle™ Harp includes wound bass strings for improved bass response. This string set can also be used with any Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™, or Fullsicle™ harp built after 2012 that has large bass string eyelets. Your harp must have these 4 large eyelets in order to accomodate the larger string diameter of the wound strings.
The string sets for the Grand Harpsicle® Harp and the Brilliant! Harpsicle® Harp consists of nylon monofilament, nylon wrapped, and steel strings.
Upgraded Bass Strings (for Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™ or Fullsicle™ HarpS)
Note: strings sets are all custom made, by hand, by a small, quality, US-based company. Occasionally, they get busy and our string orders are delayed. Be sure to order your Upgraded Bass Strings several weeks before you need them.
Greatly improve the sound, feel, and bass response of your Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™, or Fullsicle™ Harp with this upgrade. These four upgraded wound bass strings will dramatically improve the bass notes of your harp.
If you are ordering a harp and would like these installed onto your harp, add this to your cart and we will install them for you.
If you already own a harp and would like to install these strings yourself, your harp must have been made in 2012 or later and have the four larger eyelets on the bottom string holes through the soundboard. here are instructions on how to put on a new string, see Changing a String.
(NOTE: this is not an upgrade for the Special Edition, Grand, or Brilliant Harpsicle® Harps as these models already come standard with wound bass strings.)
Single Strings - Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™ & Fullsicle™ Harps
You do not alway have to order a full set of strings. When you break one, you can purchase the replacement here. The strings here are for models: Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™ and Fullsicle® harps. Special Edition Harpsicle® Harp strings and Upgraded Bass Strings are listed as a separate items.
When you are ordering string, the #1 string is the top, shortest string. For step-by-step instruction on replacing a string go to Changing a String.
Single String - Upgraded Bass for Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™ & Fullsicle™ Harps
You do not alway have to order a full set of strings. When you break one, you can purchase the replacement here. These are the individual strings for the Upgraded Bass Strings option. This upgrade is available for the following models: Harpsicle®, Sharpsicle™, Flatsicle™, Fullsicle™ and the Special Edition Fullsicle® Harp. In order to use the Upgraded String Set, your harp must have been made in 2012 or later and have the four larger eyelets on the bottom string holes through the soundboard.
When you are ordering string, the #1 string is the top, shortest string. For step-by-step instruction on replacing a string go to Changing a String.
Single String - Special Edition Fullsicle™ Harp
You do not alway have to order a full set of strings. When you break one, you can purchase the replacement here. These are the strings for the Special Edition Fullsicle™ Harp.
When you are ordering string, the #1 string is the top, shortest string. For step-by-step instruction on replacing a string go to Changing a String.
Single String - Grand Harpsicle® Harp
You do not alway have to order a full set of strings. When you break one, you can purchase the replacement here. These are the strings for the Grand Harpsicle® Harp.
When you are ordering string, the #1 string is the top, shortest string. For step-by-step instruction on replacing a string go to Changing a String.
Single String - Brilliant!™ Harpsicle® Harp
You do not alway have to order a full set of strings. When you break one, you can purchase the replacement here. These are the strings for the Brilliant!™ Harpsicle® Harp.
When you are ordering string, the #1 string is the top, shortest string. For step-by-step instruction on replacing a string go to Changing a String.
How to Change a Harp String
For more details on tying a harp knot and step-by-step details on changing a string, we have an even more detailed How To page here.