Tuning Pegs

About Orchestral Tuning Pegs

Tuning pegs are essential for adjusting the pitch of string instruments like violins, violas, and cellos. They are inserted into the pegbox, and the strings are wound around them. When you turn the pegs, the tension of the strings changes, raising or lowering the pitch. Tuning pegs are made from various materials, including ebony, jujube wood, and high-tech composites. Traditional pegs made of wood are common, offering a balance of durability and smooth turning.

Newer composite pegs, like Wittner FineTune pegs, provide more precise control and stability, particularly useful in fluctuating climates. Selecting the right pegs for your instrument is vital for ease of tuning and maintaining the desired pitch. Regular maintenance, such as ensuring proper fit and applying peg compound like Conrad Goetz peg soap, can help prevent slippage and ensure consistent tuning performance.

FAQs

Are all violin pegs the same?

No, not all violin pegs are the same, although they do the same job violin pegs come in different sizes and styles to suit different violins. Violin pegs are also made out of a range of materials from ebony to composite offering a range of options for violinists.

Can you replace violin pegs?

Yes it is possible for violin pegs to be replaced however its recommended that you take the instrument to a violin repairer this will ensure any risk of damage is minimised and that the pegs are replaced properly.

How do you tune the pegs on a viola?<

Tuning the pegs on a viola follows the basis of all stringed instruments is fairly simple, just turn the peg to the right to tighten or sharpen the tone and turn the peg to the left to loosen or flatten the tone.