It is a download, so, no string.
Whomever told you it's $30.00 for the string is incorrect.
Although PM has a discontinued listing for Gypsy thread,
http://www.penguinmagic.com/p/S3190
you can find this online from other sources (Ebay) for about $5.00 to $10.00 a spool, depending on size (length)