{"product_id":"roosebeck-deluxe-prima-balalaika-rosewood","title":"Roosebeck Deluxe Prima Balalaika, Solid Rosewood","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rb-badges\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"rb-badge\"\u003e3-String\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"rb-badge\"\u003eSolid Rosewood Staves\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"rb-badge\"\u003eDeluxe Inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"rb-badge\"\u003eReinforced Pancer\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"rb-badge\"\u003e430mm Scale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rb-audience\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serious balalaika players ready to step up from a standard model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rb-tagline\"\u003eThe Deluxe Prima with a full rosewood stave bowl and reinforced pancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rb-intro\"\u003eThe Deluxe Prima Balalaika takes the classic 27-inch Russian three-string and elevates it with a stave bowl built entirely from solid rosewood, larger position markers on the fretboard, and a screw-secured pancer (the rosewood guard plate below the strings) for added durability. Deluxe models also feature flush inlays and refined handcraft details that distinguish them at a glance from the standard Prima line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-nav\"\u003e\n  \u003cbutton class=\"rb-acc-btn active\" data-panel=\"bllpdr-sound\"\u003eSound\u003c\/button\u003e\n  \u003cbutton class=\"rb-acc-btn\" data-panel=\"bllpdr-design\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/button\u003e\n  \u003cbutton class=\"rb-acc-btn\" data-panel=\"bllpdr-start\"\u003eTuning \u0026amp; Playing\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-nav-row2\"\u003e\n  \u003cbutton class=\"rb-acc-btn\" data-panel=\"bllpdr-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/button\u003e\n  \u003cbutton class=\"rb-acc-btn\" data-panel=\"bllpdr-box\"\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel-wrapper open\" id=\"bllpdr-sound\" style=\"max-height:600px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWarmer, Denser Voice from a Solid Rosewood Bowl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA bowl made from a single tonewood (rather than alternating staves) produces a more uniform resonance with deeper low-end response. Rosewood is denser than walnut or lacewood, and that density translates into longer sustain and a warmer overall character. Three nylon strings tuned A, E, E deliver the percussive shimmer that defines the Prima voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rb-callout\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eAbout rosewood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood is one of the most prized tonewoods in stringed instrument making. It's dense, resonant, and develops richer character as it plays in over the years.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel-wrapper\" id=\"bllpdr-design\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eDeluxe Details Throughout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Deluxe Prima is built with stave construction in solid rosewood, no alternating contrast woods. The bowl has a single, refined character that matches the rosewood pancer below the soundboard. Larger position markers on the fretboard make navigating the upper registers easier, particularly under stage lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe pancer on the Deluxe model is secured by screws along the edges, a meaningful upgrade over standard glue-only construction. This protects the soundboard from strumming wear and adds long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rb-callout\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eWhat \"deluxe\" actually means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger fretboard position markers, additional handcrafted detail work, flush inlays, and the screw-reinforced pancer. Visually and structurally a step above the standard Prima.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel-wrapper\" id=\"bllpdr-start\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eStandard Prima Tuning, Refined Playing Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTune to A, E, E above middle C. The thinnest first string lays over more frets than the second and third strings. Use a piano or an electronic tuner as your reference. Each tuning peg adjusts its tension with the screw on top of the peg, so you can dial in a peg that turns exactly as smoothly as you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTo play, the left hand notes the strings while the index finger of the right hand strums high on the soundboard near the neck. The rosewood pancer sits right where your strumming hand lands, decorative and protective at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rb-callout\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA note on strings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe the strings down with a clean, dry cloth after each session. Most players change them every three to four months, and it's worth keeping a spare set on hand in case one breaks. Strings are not covered under warranty.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel-wrapper\" id=\"bllpdr-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"rb-specs-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 (nylon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA, E, E above middle C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 mm (about 16.9 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriangular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowl \/ Back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid rosewood, stave construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoundboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight tonewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePancer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood, screw-secured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition Markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnlarged deluxe markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26.5 inches L × 16 inches W × 4 inches H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel-wrapper\" id=\"bllpdr-box\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rb-acc-panel\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEvery Deluxe Prima Balalaika ships with its owner's guide for tuning, playing, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rb-box-items\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rb-box-tag\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/3558507.app.netsuite.com\/core\/media\/media.nl?id=330613\u0026amp;c=3558507\u0026amp;h=k5TY9lRWDyBmJW4mucW0GTCESM7rmk17F0RR7ZkzJltqgnq2\u0026amp;_xt=.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOwner's Guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rb-cta\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHave questions about this instrument?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/balalaikas\"\u003ebrowse all Balalaikas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roosebeck","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088600555656,"sku":"BLLPDR","price":389.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/1080\/6920\/files\/Roosebeck_Deluxe_Prima_Balalaika_Rosewood_Stave_BodyBLLPDR_01.jpg?v=1778084067","url":"https:\/\/roosebeck.com\/products\/roosebeck-deluxe-prima-balalaika-rosewood","provider":"Roosebeck","version":"1.0","type":"link"}