D'Addario LE012 Plain Steel Loop End Single String .012 Inch For Banjo And Mandolin
Why you'll like it
- Secure Anchorage — Loop-end construction fits snugly onto traditional tailpieces to prevent slippage during intense tuning sessions.
- Brilliant Tone — High-carbon plain steel core delivers crisp articulation, increased output, and sustained brightness.
- Corrosion Resistance — Specially treated tin plating protects against tarnish to extend operational life and maintain clean sound quality.
- Versatile Setup — Ideal for replacing worn single strings or building customized gauges tailored to specific musical preferences.
- Precision Engineering — Manufactured using digitally controlled processes in the United States for guaranteed consistency string after string.
Product details
Description
The D'Addario LE012 Plain Steel Loop End Single String delivers exceptional clarity, brightness, and dependable durability for traditional stringed instruments. Designed with a precise .012 inch gauge, this unwound high-carbon steel string features a secure loop-end anchor specifically engineered for traditional tailpieces found on folk instruments like banjos and mandolins.
Manufactured using advanced digital machinery in the United States, it ensures consistent tension, rapid settling time after installation, and long-lasting tonal brilliance. Protective packaging minimizes environmental exposure to prevent corrosion, preserving the string's pristine condition right up until installation.
Whether you are replacing a broken individual string or curating a customized set for your unique playing style, this genuine imported component offers professional-grade reliability and performance. Authentic USA-imported quality brings superior musicality directly to musicians across India seeking exact specifications for their instruments.
How to use
- Unwrap the string carefully from its protective packaging.
- Insert the loop end securely onto the tailpiece pin of your banjo, mandolin, or compatible instrument.
- Thread the opposite end through the tuning machine post, maintain slight tension while winding, and bring the string up to the desired pitch.
- Trim any excess length.
Ingredients
Tin-plated high-carbon plain steel alloy
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | D'Addario |
|---|---|
| UPC | 019954292058 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
Ratings & reviews
From our customers
Top reviews first: highest rated, with photos first
- Pooja S.5 ★
ekdum sahi cheez hai
order thoda late deliver hua tha par package achha tha toh damage nahi hua. string lagane ke baad jaldi set ho gayi aur tuning nahi hil rahi ab. badiya high-carbon material hai ??
- Swapnil K.5 ★
mast ahe ekdum
net varun disla tr magvla maza mandolin sathi. high-carbon steel mule tone khupach bright n clear ala aahe. khup khush aahe mi.
- Vaishnavi J.4 ★
pehle doubt hota pan chan ahe
mala vatla navta evdha neat basel pan .012 gauge ekdum perfect ahe mazya folk instrument sathi. thoda mehangha watla shuruwati la pan quality chagli distey.
- Rohan M.4 ★
good loop end string
Bought this because winter dryness always causes my banjo strings to rust out and snap faster. The loop end fits my traditional tailpiece snuggly. Only giving four stars because weather changes here rust things quick, but the tone is crisp.
FAQs
What instruments are compatible with the D'Addario LE012 loop end string?
This string is primarily designed for traditional instruments that require a loop-end anchor instead of a ball end, such as acoustic and folk banjos, mandolins, and specific vintage tailpieces.
What gauge is the D'Addario LE012 single string?
The D'Addario LE012 features a .012 inch gauge, making it ideal for standard high-register replacement or custom tension builds.
Is this string coated or uncoated?
It is an uncoated plain steel string manufactured from high-carbon steel with tin plating to provide maximum brightness and natural acoustic response.
Are these D'Addario strings authentic and imported to India?
Yes, all products including this D'Addario string are authentic USA imports sourced directly by Dropy to ensure genuine quality for Indian customers.
Can I use this string to create custom string sets?
Yes, single strings like the LE012 are frequently purchased by musicians to design customized gauge combinations tailored to their exact playing tension and instrument setup needs.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.