@@leif1075 Yes the erhu only has 2 strings. If your strings are already attached, you can skip this step. This video is also useful if you need to change strings in the future.
Yes, from experience, I find that it is easier for me to maintain the tension and position of the strings when attaching the strings from the tuning pegs rather than the base of the erhu.
Two things I've read that weren't mentioned in the video and which may not make that much difference: - I've seen it recommended to wrap the strings down the peg (toward the neck) one time, then cross over the wrapping once. Not sure how much difference this makes as long as they're not winding across each other several times. I think maybe the single wrap-over is supposed to help prevent slipping or something. - One of the Eason Music guys recommends wrapping the strings away from the neck to get a little more upward tension on the qianjin ("nut"). Again, not sure how much this really matters, and in my case I use one of those fine tuners that attaches to the neck and lifts the strings away from the neck anyway. (they seem much easier to use than the ones that just hook on the strings.)
I would not recommend it. Different instruments use different string composition, thicknesses, and lengths. Erhu strings are made for the size of the instrument, and will produce the best sound for the erhu.
Hello! My erhu has just arrived but the string came really loose. Even though I tried making them tighter but they just keep unraveling. Any suggestion of what I should do?
When you slowly tighten the strings, make sure that you are also pushing the tuning peg into the post at the same time. This should keep the peg from loosening.
I have strings that are color coded. One red and one blue. Which one is D and A? Thanks! Thanks for making this channel. I've had my erhu for awhile but there's not alot of videos that are of this quality! Thank you so much
I just bought my 1st erhu. thanks for showing me how to assemble it
Interesting video Mrs Chan, can you tell me more about your book please 🙏🏻
Thank you for these videos Patty Chan!
You're welcome! I hope you find them helpful :)
@@pattychan5683 the erhu only has 2 strings right? So if mine came with 2 i can skip this step right?
@@leif1075 Yes the erhu only has 2 strings. If your strings are already attached, you can skip this step. This video is also useful if you need to change strings in the future.
Very helpful! Thank you!
D'addario now makes Erhu Strings.
I noticed on some videos they start the stringing by attaching the string first to the base. You started at the top attaching to the tension handles.
Yes, from experience, I find that it is easier for me to maintain the tension and position of the strings when attaching the strings from the tuning pegs rather than the base of the erhu.
Two things I've read that weren't mentioned in the video and which may not make that much difference:
- I've seen it recommended to wrap the strings down the peg (toward the neck) one time, then cross over the wrapping once. Not sure how much difference this makes as long as they're not winding across each other several times. I think maybe the single wrap-over is supposed to help prevent slipping or something.
- One of the Eason Music guys recommends wrapping the strings away from the neck to get a little more upward tension on the qianjin ("nut"). Again, not sure how much this really matters, and in my case I use one of those fine tuners that attaches to the neck and lifts the strings away from the neck anyway. (they seem much easier to use than the ones that just hook on the strings.)
Hi, Can the erhu strings be replaced by strings from cello or other musical instruments?
I would not recommend it. Different instruments use different string composition, thicknesses, and lengths. Erhu strings are made for the size of the instrument, and will produce the best sound for the erhu.
Hello! My erhu has just arrived but the string came really loose. Even though I tried making them tighter but they just keep unraveling. Any suggestion of what I should do?
When you slowly tighten the strings, make sure that you are also pushing the tuning peg into the post at the same time. This should keep the peg from loosening.
I have strings that are color coded. One red and one blue. Which one is D and A? Thanks! Thanks for making this channel. I've had my erhu for awhile but there's not alot of videos that are of this quality! Thank you so much
Glad you find the video helpful! The colour codes are not standard. The A is the thinner string. Enjoy!