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  • Oct 31, 2007 from battleweb(Jeff Davidson)
    battleweb This article contains a very concise history and description of various types of violin strings. Including Gut Core Strings, Synthetic Core Strings, and Steel Core Strings. Very useful for determining the best violin strings.

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  • D'Addario

    D'Addario Prelude Violin String Set 4/4

    Musical Instruments (D'Addario)

    Rating (13 reviews):
    (4.5/5)
    D'Addario

    To Each Instrument Its Own...

    I bought a set of these strings for my student violin of which I continue to play with into college and after in a community orchestra. My student instrument tends to prefer the inexpensive strings and sounds better with them, hence my title to each instrument its own. But I find this set to be warm and beautiful like a gut set even though the strings are steel. On my more expensive instrument I prefer the Pirastro brand like Pirastro Gold and I feel as though the Prelude's compare. The Piastro Gold is sharper and deeper/darker with some brightness to it. The Preludes have the same warmth, but is more sweeter sounding than the Golds. Furthermore, it takes little time for it to acclimate than the Gold and is far cheaper. It may sound a little more muted than the Gold, but I'm happy with the projection of the Prelude if I can get a smooth, sweet, sound like I do. It doesn't sound broken or harsh, the Preludes are smooth like buttah and they last a long time (not as long as... 5/5 Danielle (USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: D'Addario Prelude Violin String Set 4/4 (Electronics) I bought a set of these strings for my student violin of which I continue to play with into college and after in a community orchestra. My student instrument tends to prefer the inexpensive strings and sounds better with them, hence my title to each instrument its own. But I find this set to be warm and beautiful like a gut set even though the strings are steel. On my more expensive instrument I prefer the Pirastro brand like Pirastro Gold and I feel as though the Prelude's compare. The Piastro Gold is sharper and deeper/darker with some brightness to it. The Preludes have the same warmth, but is more sweeter sounding than the Golds. Furthermore, it takes little time for it to acclimate than the Gold and is far cheaper. It may sound a little more muted than the Gold, but I'm happy with the projection of the Prelude if I can get a smooth, sweet, sound like I do. It doesn't sound broken or harsh, the Preludes are smooth like buttah and they last a long time (not as long as... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , August 4, 2011

    Beginner's Best Friend

    I recently started learning to play an electric violin and had to replace one of my strings. I had no idea what I was doing, but these strings were affordable and highly rated. So, I gave them a go. I'm glad I did! These strings will be your best friend if you are a novice player who has fumbled tuning the strings a time or two. The inside of the envelope reveals a color code for each string (G,D,A,E), and I had no trouble at all replacing my broken string with one of these for the very first time. The replacement blends in with the other steel strings that my violin came with. If you don't want your practice to be held up with a broken string, I highly recommend buying two or three of these packs for backup! 5/5 Jinxed Warrior (TX, USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario Prelude Violin String Set 4/4 (Electronics) I recently started learning to play an electric violin and had to replace one of my strings. I had no idea what I was doing, but these strings were affordable and highly rated. So, I gave them a go. I'm glad I did! These strings will be your best friend if you are a novice player who has fumbled tuning the strings a time or two. The inside of the envelope reveals a color code for each string (G,D,A,E), and I had no trouble at all replacing my broken string with one of these for the very first time. The replacement blends in with the other steel strings that my violin came with. If you don't want your practice to be held up with a broken string, I highly recommend buying two or three of these packs for backup! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 11, 2011

    Nice strings for the price.

    I like the tone these strings have, especially since they're lower in the price range. I have been playing for almost ten years, I'm still a student so I can't afford anything fancy, but these work nice in group performances. The full, warmer tone fits nicely and I have no problems tuning them. 5/5 Liz - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario Prelude Violin String Set 4/4 (Electronics) I like the tone these strings have, especially since they're lower in the price range. I have been playing for almost ten years, I'm still a student so I can't afford anything fancy, but these work nice in group performances. The full, warmer tone fits nicely and I have no problems tuning them. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 22, 2012
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  • JSI

    JSI Special 4/4 Violin String Set: Gold Label Ball-End E & Dominant A, D, and G Strings - Medium Gauge

    Musical Instruments (JSI)

    Rating (16 reviews):
    (4.7/5)
    JSI

    Great strings

    I have been playing for quite a while now, and am proud to say that these are the select strings to use. Be for I used to buy this pack of strings, for 80+ dollars, and now only forty two! I would highly recommend buying these strings. They add such a beautiful tone to any violin 5/5 Benzodite "Fanatic Musician" (USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: JSI Special 4/4 Violin String Set: Gold Label Ball-End E & Dominant A, D, and G Strings - Medium Gauge I have been playing for quite a while now, and am proud to say that these are the select strings to use. Be for I used to buy this pack of strings, for 80+ dollars, and now only forty two! I would highly recommend buying these strings. They add such a beautiful tone to any violin Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , June 18, 2010

    Nice Sound

    For my instrument, I'm actually in love with the Pirastro E string but the Dominants G, D, and A don't really project enough. They sound very nice, but I'd prefer a more deep sort of sound. Next time I'll likely go with the Pirastros all the way; very full and clear. 4/5 Kate - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: JSI Special 4/4 Violin String Set: Gold Label Ball-End E & Dominant A, D, and G Strings - Medium Gauge For my instrument, I'm actually in love with the Pirastro E string but the Dominants G, D, and A don't really project enough. They sound very nice, but I'd prefer a more deep sort of sound. Next time I'll likely go with the Pirastros all the way; very full and clear. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 19, 2011

    Buy Now! Best Deal for the Money

    This is the best set of string for the money. Dominants with a different E are the standard to which others are compared. If you are a student, look no further and buy these. Many of the greatest violinists ever use these strings. For the money they cannot be beat. You may find other, more expensive strings to be better for your specific violin once you are advanced and experiment, but the Dominants with a different E are the benchmark for the money. 5/5 T. Carlsen - See all my reviews, September 4, 2010
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    Thomastik Dominant Aluminum Wound Perlon Core D, Thomastik Dominant Silver Wound Perlon Core G. 4/4 Violin
    Full Set includes All Ball-End Pirastro Gold Label Plain Steel E, Thomastik Dominant Aluminum Wound Perlon Core A,
    Medium Gauge


  • U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Inc.

    Super Sensitive Super Sensitive Steelcore 4/4 Violin Strings: Set

    Musical Instruments (U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Inc.)

    Rating (11 reviews):
    (3.3/5)
    U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Inc.

    Good for beginners

    These strings are ok for beginners to use. They are cheap and durable, but that is about the only thing they have going for them. Students beyond the first or second year should look for better brands, like Dominant or Helicore. If you are serious enough to be buying strings here, you should talk to your teacher about a better brand. 4/5 LuvsViola (Indianapolis, IN) - See all my reviews This review is from: Super Sensitive Super Sensitive Steelcore 4/4 Violin Strings: Set (Electronics) These strings are ok for beginners to use. They are cheap and durable, but that is about the only thing they have going for them. Students beyond the first or second year should look for better brands, like Dominant or Helicore. If you are serious enough to be buying strings here, you should talk to your teacher about a better brand. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 23, 2004

    Good strings for the beginning student

    I really like these strings because they seem to be fairly well made and they're cheap. The original E string I got with my violin broke pretty quickly after I got it, but this new one has lasted through much more abuse and shows no sign of breaking anytime soon. I think the sound produced is better as well, though I have no clue how it stacks up to more expensive strings. I don't really have anything bad to say about these strings, but I gave them four stars simply because I have an electric violin and can't speak to their tone in an acoustic. 4/5 Daniel Arflack - See all my reviews, November 3, 2007

    don't buy these strings

    These strings are the dreadful. They sound bad, and are uncomfortable to play. There are other cheap strings that sound much better: prelude, piranito... 1/5 violinmaker - See all my reviews This review is from: Super Sensitive Super Sensitive Steelcore 4/4 Violin Strings: Set (Electronics) These strings are the dreadful. They sound bad, and are uncomfortable to play. There are other cheap strings that sound much better: prelude, piranito... Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , February 21, 2011
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    One the most popular student strings throughout the Unitted States
    Ideal for school and rental instruments
    Solid steel core with nickel winding provide quick and bright response


  • D'Addario

    D'Addario Pro Arte 4/4 Violin String Set Medium Gauge

    Musical Instruments (D'Addario)

    Rating (6 reviews):
    (4.8/5)
    D'Addario

    Great strings.

    I discovered these strings by accident a couple of years ago when I broke a violin string and had no spares. A local music store had Pro Arte medium tension strings in stock and they were inexpensive, so I figured that I would buy a set as a stopgap until I could get a set of my preferred strings online.I noticed right away that the strings come packaged in sealed pouches, which is a nice touch, and that the ends of the strings are nicely finished. The sound is very sweet. A darker sound than many classical players prefer. I read another review that said that the reviewer hated the Pro Arte strings because they were dull. The reviewer was going back to Dominant strings. I find Dominant stings very loud, for sure, but it is a bright, glaring sound that I find that I am always trying to sweeten. I find Evah Pirazzi strings even louder and more glaring.If you, like me, find some of these more popular strings to be loud but overly glaring, you should try a set of... 5/5 Mark H. Barsamian "markbarsamian" (Athens, Ohio) - See all my reviews, April 14, 2010

    Pleasing sound on low-budget violin

    I have an low-budget student violin, and started out using Red Label strings because they are inexpensive and indestructible. Red Label strings sound OK, but on my fiddle the D and G strings sounded harsh. After reading some reviews that said the D'Addario Pro Arte strings improve a harsh-sounding instrument I ordered a set of mediums, and I am very pleased. They sound markedly better than the Red label. The E is strong and clear without being shrieky, A is rich and solid, D sounds smooth and nice, and even the G string is much improved. G is still a tad harsh, but I think getting any more improvement means getting a better violin, and this is plenty fine for now. The Pro Arte strings are also more responsive than the Red Label, it's like I gained some dexterity. For $25 they are a bargain. 5/5 Carla J. Schroder - See all my reviews, April 27, 2010

    Nice sound, long-lasting, inexpensive.

    When I got my used violin, the luthier who set it up said it had D'addario Pro Arte strings on it. I had no idea how long the strings had been on there for the previous owner. I had no experience with other strings, and since he seemed to think they were a good choice, I intended to buy the same ones when my violin needed new strings.Seven months later, the strings did not show signs of wear even though I practiced at least an hour a day, at least five days per week (sometimes up to 3 hours per day).I had my first recital in December, and being nervous, I wanted to do everything I could to get the best sound possible. I ordered Pro Arte strings (from Shar, an excellent company, btw), and after watching tutorials and reading about how to change strings, I changed them myself one night. There was immediate difference in sound. Vast improvement. It was beautiful, and I realized that even if the strings still look fine, I want to change them at least every... 5/5 Beautiful Dreamer (USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: D'Addario Pro Arte 4/4 Violin String Set Medium Gauge When I got my used violin, the luthier who set it up said it had D'addario Pro Arte strings on it. I had no idea how long the strings had been on there for the previous owner. I had no experience with other strings, and since he seemed to think they were a good choice, I intended to buy the same ones when my violin needed new strings.Seven months later, the strings did not show signs of wear even though I practiced at least an hour a day, at least five days per week (sometimes up to 3 hours per day).I had my first recital in December, and being nervous, I wanted to do everything I could to get the best sound possible. I ordered Pro Arte strings (from Shar, an excellent company, btw), and after watching tutorials and reading about how to change strings, I changed them myself one night. There was immediate difference in sound. Vast improvement. It was beautiful, and I realized that even if the strings still look fine, I want to change them at least every... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 8, 2011
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    Set Includes All Ball End Aluminum/Perlon A, Aluminum/Perlon D and Silver/Perlon G
    4/4 Violin, Medium Gauge


  • Pirastro

    Pirastro Gold Label 4/4 Violin E String - Medium - Steel - Ball End

    Musical Instruments (Pirastro)

    Rating (4 reviews):
    (4.8/5)
    Pirastro

    Great sound for the price

    I purchased this after fiddling with my old violin strings (no pun intended) and not being able to get true key with it. After putting on this string I was instantly able to tune the E string and it sounded beautiful. I will be replacing all the strings on my violin with this brand. Very impressed. 5/5 Tammy S. Lyons - See all my reviews, July 28, 2011

    Best E String Ever

    The rich and full sound of this string is absolutely beautiful, especially on the higher notes. From now on, these'll be the only E strings I'll ever buy. 5/5 MasterProX - See all my reviews This review is from: Pirastro Gold Label 4/4 Violin E String - Medium - Steel - Ball End The rich and full sound of this string is absolutely beautiful, especially on the higher notes. From now on, these'll be the only E strings I'll ever buy. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , May 4, 2012

    Popular E string

    This is one of the most popular E strings. works well with most of other brands like Dominant or Helicore.Somewhat over rated like most of other strings but that's how it is.Personally, I can't tell the difference between this and other steel or aluminum E strings.Nevertheless, this is good E string that works well. If your violin produces harsh sound with this, try Obligato. 4/5 Solomon Kim "Guru" (USA) - See all my reviews, April 16, 2012
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    E string, 4/4 violin
    Plain Steel, Ball End, Medium gauge


  • uxcell

    Set of 4/4 Violin Bowstring Strings (G-D-A-E)

    Musical Instruments (uxcell)

    Rating (1 reviews):
    (1.0/5)
    uxcell

    If there was a no star rating, they would get it

    I am a college student, and that obviously means I am short on cash. A string broke on my violin, and it had been a while since I had replaced any of my strings, so I was going to do it all in one shot with little to no money. . . epic fail on my part there.When I recieved the strings they didn't looks special but they didn't appear to be useless either. Oh how wrong I was! I strung my violin, and before I could even tighten them; the E string snapped. Tried to tune it; the G string snapped. Went to test it; the D string snapped. SERIOUSLY! I may not be the most skilled violinist but I can string and tune one (evidenced by the dominant and pistrato gold E string I just bought that sound beautiful and haven't given me on hint of trouble).In short, these strings will give you exactly what you paid for. . .not much. Breaks easy, sounds horrible and doesn't tune well. Just don't do it, please. Save for a month, and buy a good set of strings. Your violin... 1/5 N. L. Brainard "book worm woman" (Maryland, USA) - See all my reviews, December 18, 2011
    Set of 4 Violin Strings Bowstring G-D-A-E
    100% new A set of 4/4 size Violin Strings
    Beginners tend to clip strings when tuning violins, So taking a Replacement Strings Bowstring as repare is requirement


  • D'Addario &Co. Inc

    D'Addario H310W 4/4M Helicore Silk & Steel violin Strings, Medium

    Musical Instruments (D'Addario &Co. Inc)

    Rating (6 reviews):
    (4.8/5)
    D'Addario &Co. Inc

    These sound great on my fiddle

    I play folk fiddle but I'm also trained as a classical player. These strings are perfect on my fiddle. I can play old timey fiddle tune and blues as well as sensitive and gentle back-ups with vibrato, and they work for either style. I've been buying these for years and they are perfect for me. Fiddles can be picky and fickle. What works on one doesn't always sing well on another. Keep on trying until you find the right one for your particular instrument. It's out there. If you're still not satisfied, try different kinds of rosin or have your instrument professionally adjusted. IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! for folk players as well as classical! Wipe the rosin off those strings and the wood under them with a soft rag after every use. Strings caked up with rosin can't sing out. If you can't get the rosin off the strings, use a little alcohol on a rag, but be sure to protect the finish of your instrument. It will dissolve the rosin, but it will eat off the varnish on your fiddle if... 5/5 Lynnie "Late night TV watcher" (Chicago) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario H310W 4/4M Helicore Silk & Steel violin Strings, Medium (Electronics) I play folk fiddle but I'm also trained as a classical player. These strings are perfect on my fiddle. I can play old timey fiddle tune and blues as well as sensitive and gentle back-ups with vibrato, and they work for either style. I've been buying these for years and they are perfect for me. Fiddles can be picky and fickle. What works on one doesn't always sing well on another. Keep on trying until you find the right one for your particular instrument. It's out there. If you're still not satisfied, try different kinds of rosin or have your instrument professionally adjusted. IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! for folk players as well as classical! Wipe the rosin off those strings and the wood under them with a soft rag after every use. Strings caked up with rosin can't sing out. If you can't get the rosin off the strings, use a little alcohol on a rag, but be sure to protect the finish of your instrument. It will dissolve the rosin, but it will eat off the varnish on your fiddle if... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 23, 2011

    Repeat buyer of these excellent strings

    Between two daughters in advanced strings level, I have four violins to maintain and these Helicore are my choice. I have tried the usual strings from Red brand to Dominants. The Helicore just responds smoother with a sound production that is just a joy to both the player and the audience. For your reference, I am using them on Yamaha AV5 and AV7 full size violins in their standard factory setup using Hindersine violin rosin and Pernambuco bows.My experience over time is that the E string doesn't last as long as the others. With about an hour of daily practice, 7 days a week, the E string seems to last about a year. So, I typically add H311W to the order just to have an extra E string available.Strongly recommended. 5/5 Neutralist (Virginia) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario H310W 4/4M Helicore Silk & Steel violin Strings, Medium (Electronics) Between two daughters in advanced strings level, I have four violins to maintain and these Helicore are my choice. I have tried the usual strings from Red brand to Dominants. The Helicore just responds smoother with a sound production that is just a joy to both the player and the audience. For your reference, I am using them on Yamaha AV5 and AV7 full size violins in their standard factory setup using Hindersine violin rosin and Pernambuco bows.My experience over time is that the E string doesn't last as long as the others. With about an hour of daily practice, 7 days a week, the E string seems to last about a year. So, I typically add H311W to the order just to have an extra E string available.Strongly recommended. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 11, 2012

    Good fiddlin' strings

    I play fiddle (New England style to be more percise), and these are my favorites. A nice bright and pleasant sound, quick response, and stays in tune very well. Spending a few extra dollars for the wound E is definetly worth it. 5/5 Sara Randall (Maine, USA) - See all my reviews, August 7, 2010
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    Versatile string that works well for a wide variety of playing styles and instruments
    4/4 scale violin with a playing length of 13 inches (328mm)
    Medium tension
    Contains an aluminum wound E string
    Stranded steel core provides optimum playability and produces a clear, warm tone


  • Thomastik

    Thomastik Dominant 4/4 Violin String Set - Medium Gauge - Aluminum/Steel Ball-End E

    Musical Instruments (Thomastik)

    Rating (8 reviews):
    (3.5/5)
    Thomastik

    Good for students, but not much else.

    The Dominant strings have been something of a standard for violins for a long time. They were the strings that came with my first few violins, they were the strings that were recommended to me for a very long time, and they are the ones that you will see in most music stores. But for about the same price there are many better alternatives.The problem with these strings? Their tone isn't really all that great. They have a miserably long break-in time. They aren't that durable (I've had some break within a week of installing them on my violin). And they aren't really that cheap either.If you are at all particular about what kind of string that you use, I would recommend any of the sets that Pirastro offers. The Wondertones are just about equal in price, but are a much finer example. For around $20 or so more you could buy the Evah Pirazzis (very strong, bright tone with great projection) or the Obligatos (very rich, dark tone).In short, use the Dominant for... 2/5 Wolfgang Jaeger (Pleasant Grove, UT USA) - See all my reviews, February 5, 2009

    simply wonderful

    Professional strings at a student price. no matter how expensive your violin is, this creates such a beutiful rich sound!Definately awsome. Great response, tone, set-in time, and durability.**Update** 7/3/08They last forever, unlike some more expesive strings, though I do reccomend changing them at least annualy. I no longer use these strings, because they producesed a rather flat sound on my violin. If you love the sound of your instrument now, use these. They play beautifully and will not change the tone of your (hopefully) beautiful violin. If you want a more rich sound; obligatos. Brilliant sound; Eva Pirazzis. Obligatos I find work best on my instrument ( I own a 2007 Ramanian instrument valued at about $2,000 ). So, go for these three: Dominants, Eva Pirazzis, or Obligatos. Good Luck!! 5/5 M. Dixon - See all my reviews, June 19, 2007

    Predictable All Around String

    The Dominant strings sets the standard for synthetic violin strings, and is pretty predictable. They are fairly priced, so most instruments are strung with Dominants. When it is new, there is a slight metallic feel, but that goes away after it is stretched out. They last about 2-3 months, fairly bright, but with good overtones, and then gradually get duller. The E string is just ordinary, and many people substitute a different E string (such as Pirastro Gold). I like to substitute the Kaplan Solo E string or the Jargar Forte e. 4/5 Rachelle Ayala "Author of Michal's Window" (USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Thomastik Dominant 4/4 Violin String Set - Medium Gauge - Aluminum/Steel Ball-End E The Dominant strings sets the standard for synthetic violin strings, and is pretty predictable. They are fairly priced, so most instruments are strung with Dominants. When it is new, there is a slight metallic feel, but that goes away after it is stretched out. They last about 2-3 months, fairly bright, but with good overtones, and then gradually get duller. The E string is just ordinary, and many people substitute a different E string (such as Pirastro Gold). I like to substitute the Kaplan Solo E string or the Jargar Forte e. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , August 30, 2007
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    Full Set includes All Ball-End Aluminum/Perlon A, Aluminum/Perlon D, Silver/Perlon G, and Ball-End Aluminum/Steel E
    Medium guage
    4/4 violin


  • D'Addario

    D'Addario Helicore 4/4 Size Violin Strings 4/4 Size Set with Steel E String

    Musical Instruments (D'Addario)

    Rating (17 reviews):
    (4.1/5)
    D'Addario

    Excellent Strings

    Recently I have replaced my 4/4 violin strings with these news ones. They produce an excellent quality of sound with minimum bow moment. I am happy that I got these strings after a prolonged research to get good strings. I highly recommend these strings to medium to professional violonists.Another good aspect of these strings is that you don't need any setting time. Hope this helps to aspirants.Haricharan M. 5/5 Haricharan Maramraj (Santa Clara, CA, USA) - See all my reviews, October 1, 2007

    good stand by's

    I am a freelance classical violinist and these are the strings I always go back to. It depends on the instrument-- but I find these much warmer and fuller than Dominants. And it is not that much fun to start monkeying around with the gut core because they are so expensive. 5/5 A. taylor (boston, ma) - See all my reviews, February 14, 2008

    Good strings for folk music

    I mainly play folk music and fiddle tunes, and I prefer the mellow sound of these strings for folk songs and folk fiddle styles of New England, Canada, and the British Isles. To my ear, Cajun music also sounds fine on them. They hold their tune well and I find them responsive and easy to play on.Sound is a matter of personal taste, of course, and if you are looking for a brighter string for blue grass or southern styles, try steel. 5/5 Lynn D. Hebert (Wallingford, VT USA) - See all my reviews, January 25, 2007
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    For Classical, Modern, Jazz, Country Music Styles
    Excellent for electric instruments using Piezo TM pickups.
    For Full Size Violins
    Designed for Professionals and advanced students


  • VIOLINSMART

    ViolinSmart 4/4 Violin Strings Set

    Musical Instruments (VIOLINSMART)

    Rating (2 reviews):
    (4.0/5)
    VIOLINSMART

    Worth every penny

    I am a violin teacher and this string set is perfect for any beginner student. I don't trust the color coding to distinguish the strings since different manufacturer using slightly different color coding. G string is always the thickest, D is second thickest, A is second thinnest and E is the thinnest. 5/5 cheerychum - See all my reviews This review is from: ViolinSmart 4/4 Violin Strings Set I am a violin teacher and this string set is perfect for any beginner student. I don't trust the color coding to distinguish the strings since different manufacturer using slightly different color coding. G string is always the thickest, D is second thickest, A is second thinnest and E is the thinnest. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , April 28, 2012

    ehh

    there good for the $7 paid..but be warned they do not have any type of tag or anything to tell you what string is what..so i had to go by thickest string to not so thickest string..if the break ill post how long they last 3/5 LKA - See all my reviews This review is from: ViolinSmart 4/4 Violin Strings Set there good for the $7 paid..but be warned they do not have any type of tag or anything to tell you what string is what..so i had to go by thickest string to not so thickest string..if the break ill post how long they last Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 18, 2012
    Ball end. Steel core. Ideal for student.
    Set of violin string (E, A, D, G) for 4/4 Size Violin


Making Violin Strings

The intriguing method of making violin strings from the gut fibres of lambs.

Learning the Violin : How to Learn the Strings on a Violin

Learning the strings on a violin is very simple and shouldn't take long due to there only being four or sometimes five strings altogether ...


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Begin At The Frog Funny Orchestra Joke Round Sticker

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Brilliance begins at the frog orchestra strings design has a big green frog swallowing a violin bow. Funny orchestra joke for the viola, violin or cello player.
Price: $5.60

Peace Love Violin Sticker

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Cute peace sign, heart and violin.
Price: $5.60

Violin Canvas Bags

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Vintage images remastered into unique apparel and accessories.
Price: $10.20

Violin Christmas Ornament

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This holiday ornament presents a classical still life of an elegant old violin. This graceful instrument is essentially a hollow wooden box with rounded ends, two graceful f holes and a narrow center. The four sets of strings extend from a string holder at the bottom of the body over a raised bridge to the end of the narrow neck, or fingerboard where the four strings are inserted into a pegbox and are held there with pegs. The pegs are used to tune the violin. When the bow is drawn across the strings on the body of the violin it produces incredible, magical music! The gorgeous golden brown, almost orange tones are set off by graceful black velvet fabric.
Price: $15.85

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