Cordedrago produces natural lamb gut strings in a strictly artisan manner, according to traditional methods and raw materials, thanks to an in-depth analysis of ancient documents and continuous direct experimentation.
Ritorte di Salle
The Ritorte di Salle are in fact strings of remarkable acoustic quality, but above all of exceptional resistance, being able to withstand the instrument even for months without breaking.
Salle twists are gut strings of excellent quality, both in terms of acoustics and extraordinary tensile strength, which make it a valid alternative to lamb, especially for first strings and for instruments with strong stress for all strings such as harps.
They are available only for thin and medium gauges (max 82), and have the advantage of an excellent quality / price ratio.
Cantini di Napoli
The Cantini di Napoli are strings of extraordinary acoustic performance for the treble and medium register, characterized by a rich and expressive sound.
Cordoncini di Roma
The Cordoncini of Rome are strings in lamb or kid whole gut uncut, made – as prescribed by historical sources – with the same technique as those of hemp, that is by twisting three strands made individually by two or more pre-twisted guts in the opposite direction.
The aim is to obtain the maximum elasticity and softness in the medium and bass register, which – if made with simple twisted gut – due to the thickness tend to become rigid and consequently lose the upper harmonics, becoming substantially aphonic and percussive.
Cordoni di Roma
… intended for the bass of musical instruments.
Cordoni Cortedrago
… intended for the bass of musical instruments
Appesantite in Rame
… loaded strings for bass register, especially for plucked instruments, but also for bowed instruments
Red Pistoys, Demi-filée and Minikins
Actually out of production
CORDE DRAGO
Near Bologna, you will find the workshop of Davide Longhi, where he manufactures strings for his company CORDE DRAGO.
On the Corde Drago website, you can find a wealth of information about the historical background of string manufacturing, especially regarding the characteristics of different string categories. Excerpts of the descriptions for each corresponding category can be accessed directly through links here in the shop by clicking on them.
All strings are offered in lengths of 120cm, 140cm, and 180cm.
Within the minimum and maximum available string diameters, each string can be ordered in any desired diameter. For simplicity, the available diameters are given in sensible steps from 2 to 10 hundredths of a millimeter. If intermediate sizes are needed, please specify when ordering or by email.
Our goal is to have the most extensive range of strings in stock and readily available for immediate delivery. However, it is not possible to keep all sizes and specifications ready at all times.
The delivery times for strings not in stock can vary between one and four weeks. Strings with a larger diameter may require more time if they need to be freshly made.
Strings react to temperature and humidity. Therefore, it is normal to expect the diameter of a string to undergo slight changes depending on the environment.
Here is an overview:
- Ritorte di Salle – Ø 0.30-0.73 mm
- Cantini di Napoli – Ø 0.50-1.69 mm
- Cordoncini di Roma – Ø 1.00-4.20 mm
- Cordoni di Roma – Ø 1.40-6.40 mm
- Cordoni Cortedrago – Ø 1.60-6.40 mm
- Appesantite in Rame – Ø 1.10-5.59 mm
In der Nähe von Bologna befindet sich die Werkstatt von Davide Longhi, in der er für seine Firma CORDE DRAGO Saiten herstellt.
Auf der Internetseite von Corde Drago finden sich viele und gute Informationen zu den historischen Hintergründen der Saitenherstellung und vor allem zu den Eigenschaften der verschiedenen Saiten-Kategorien.
Auszüge der Beschreibungen finden sich jeweils bei der entsprechenden Kategorie hier im Shop, die hier direkt per Link durch anklicken aufgerufen werden kann.
Alle Saiten werden in den Längen von 120cm, 140cm und 180cm angeboten.
Innerhalb der minimal und maximal erhältlichen Saitendurchmesser kann jede Saite in jedem beliebigen Durchmesser bestellt werden. Der Einfachheit halber sind die erhältlichen Durchmesser in sinnvollen Schritten von 2 bis 10 hundertstel Millimetern angegeben. Werden Zwischengrössen benötigt, bitte bei der Bestellung oder per Mail angeben.
Es ist unser Ziel, ein möglichst umfangreiches Sortiment an Saiten auf Lager und damit sofort lieferbar zu haben. Jedoch ist es nicht möglich, wirklich alle Grössen und Spezifikationen bereit zu halten.
Die Lieferzeiten von Saiten, die nicht auf Lager vorhanden sind, können zwischen einer und vier Wochen variieren. Saiten mit grossem Durchmesser benötigen dabei ggf. mehr Zeit falls sie frisch angefertigt werden müssen.
Saiten reagieren auf Temperatur und Feuchtigkeit. Daher ist es als normal anzusehen, dass der Durchmesser einer Saite je nach Umgebung leichten Veränderungen unterliegt.
Hier eine Übersicht:
Ritorte di Salle – Ø 0.30-0.73 mm
Cantini di Napoli – Ø 0.50-1.69 mm
Cordoncini di Roma – Ø 1.00-4.20 mm
Cordoni di Roma – Ø 1.40-6.40 mm
Cordoni Cortedrago – Ø 1.60-6.40 mm
Appesantite in Rame – Ø 1.10-5.59 mm