Description
Vosta VSD Baritone Ukulele Strings — DGBE Tuning with Wound D and G
I designed the Vosta VSD strings specifically for baritone ukulele players who want real depth on the low end without sacrificing the clear, balanced tone on the high strings. The wound D and G strings are the key — they give you that full, guitar-like resonance in the lower register that plain strings simply can't deliver on a baritone. After 30 years of playing, I know the difference the right string set makes, and this is the set I put on my own baritone.
The polymer construction keeps these strings stable and consistent longer than standard nylon — less retuning, more playing. Whether you're fingerpicking chord melodies or strumming through a set, the VSD strings hold their intonation and feel smooth under your fingers from the first note.
String Gauges
- 1st — E: .026 Plain Polymer (.66mm)
- 2nd — B: .036 Plain Polymer(.91mm)
- 3rd — G: .027w Wound (.68mm)
- 4th — D: .034w Wound(.86mm)
Specifications
- Tuning: D-G-B-E (standard baritone)
- Construction: Polymer with silver wound D and G
- Size: Baritone ukulele (full set of 4)
- Brand: Vosta
- Model: VSD
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuning do these strings use?
Standard baritone ukulele tuning — D-G-B-E, the same as the top four strings of a guitar. If you're coming from guitar, this tuning will feel immediately familiar.
Why are the D and G strings wound?
Silver wound strings on the lower two strings give baritone ukuleles fuller, richer low-end tone. Plain polymer strings on D and G can sound thin and lack the resonance the baritone register needs. The wound construction on the VSD set is what separates it from budget string sets.
Will these fit my baritone ukulele?
Yes — the VSD strings are designed for standard full-size baritone ukuleles. If you're unsure whether your instrument is a baritone (vs. tenor or concert), check that it tunes to D-G-B-E.
How often should I change baritone ukulele strings?
For regular players, every 3 to 6 months. Polymer strings hold up better than nylon in humidity and temperature changes, so you'll get more consistent tone for longer between changes.
TERRY CARTER MUSIC STORE ADVANTAGE
- 🎓 FREE 1-Month Membership at Uke Like The Pros AND Rock Like The Pros ($70 value)
- 📦 Fast, Fully Insured Shipping on Every Order
- 🔧 Every Instrument Inspected Before It Ships
- ⭐ 29,500+ Orders Since 2018 — Real Musicians, Real Service
