Spirocore plastic sleeve "D" string?

Tibar · #1 12-13-2010, 10:55 AM

What is the plastic sleeve used for on the "D" string? None of the other strings have them. Where does it go, and why?

Eric Hochberg · #2 12-13-2010, 11:11 AM

I believe it goes over any peg the D string is rubbing against in the peg box so it has easier movement and doesn't wear down the threads.

DJ Bebop · #3 12-13-2010, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric Hochberg

I believe it goes over any peg the D string is rubbing against in the peg box so it has frictionless movement.

+1

Tibar · #4 12-13-2010, 02:08 PM

Like this....?

bejoyous · #5 12-13-2010, 02:50 PM

Yes, exactly like that.