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Violin, Viola & Cello String Reviews

Violin string reviews, viola string reviews and cello string reviews as well as feedback on accessories for bowed string instruments.

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Sound is transformed for my son's 1/4 size. Excellent resonance, easy to start, even on the E string.

Great sound, bright and clear- but cost effective.

Do not use on violins less than 3/4 size!!

Boveda

I use 2 in one case ( violin & 2 bows) due to my most frequently rehaired bow having been rehaired way too short. 2 together are helpful

Expensive but does the job

I was shocked at the price of just a part of the KorflerRest. It seems like an additional part that might come with the complete shoulder rest set to changeout for those of us who don't need much height, but certainly not at this price.
It does exchange out easily and makes the rest feel quite a bit better and does the job.

It's working for me and my cello

I'm an amateur cellist lacking deep pockets, so I'm not super knowledgeable about strings. I've used Jargar, Larson, and Kaplan A strings in the past. Out of those 3 I liked the Larson the best and this string holds up well or better IMHO to the Larson.

All the strings I ordered arrived quickly and it perfect condition. The quality of these strings is phenomenal. My cello sounds amazing!!!

Magic rosin

I call it magic because it’s the best rosin I’ve ever tried. It’s pricey but totally worth it. I love the 1/2 cake size too.

Hideous

The most unpleasant tungsten noise one can imagine.

Best for me

I’ve used this rosin on and off for 40 yrs. I’ve tried other formulations based on rave reviews or friend’s experience, and they’re good. But this rosin, for me, provides the right grip with good tone depth quickly. No fancy artistic case, just the quality I want.

Artino Magic Pad Pro SR-21

Great shoulder rest for someone who wants to play violin or viola in a relaxed manner, but needs some shoulder support, albeit less so than offered by a standard model (e.g., Resonans). The strap securely holds the pad in place, and the pad need not be removed as the instrument + attached-pad fits in the case. Without the strap, the Artino Pad would be a non-starter ... I would not use the adhesive version. The only drawback is the strap, which is not especially durable -- it tends to snap after 6 months of use. If the manufacturer could improve the strap's durability, this would be a home-run.

Oddly the new strings already seem false.

I've happily purchased strings from Concord for many years. My brand new A & E (and D to a lesser extent) float sharp after playing the open string. Unfortunate and unpleasant.

Huge palette of colors

16.5, medium tension. One of my favorite G’s, colorful and powerful. I also tried the stiff/rigid version, which is lighter tension. This string’s tension is similar to other popular synthetic core strings. This one has more power compared to something like Dominant Pro G. It’s a keeper for me. Violists, please try gut strings, a lot of selections to choose from. Worth the effort to find a suitable string for that special viola of yours. Larsen A or Obligato A can both match with gut DGC.

Muito bom

Does the job.

Great but $$$

I’ve had a KorfkerRest for probably five or six years and was not able to use it because it was too tall. The short feet should be included in the original box in my opinion. It was too bad. I had to pay $40 a piece for these.

Spirocore Violin String Set S15A

Theses are good strings but are a little to bright for my fiddle.
Will go back to Infeld Blue for G and D Infeld Red for A and
Goldbrokat Premium for E string seems to even the volume on my fiddle

Very good rosin

This is easily the most expensive rosin on the market and in my opinion easily outperforms the other entries in the "super premium / high price" range. It's really superb rosin, drawing a sound with a fantastic balance of strength, brilliance, resonance, and beauty. It doesn't have any gummy feel and allows a full range of dynamics, tone colors , and attack with total control. Its extravagant cost and small size prevent me from saying it's a "must try" but it is a first rate rosin which will likely satisfy everyone's requirements and I predict that for many who are brave enough to invest in it it will become their preferred rosin.

Evah Pirazzi Neo has become my new favorite set of strings

When I tried Thomastik Dynamo, I thought I had finally found the perfect set of strings for my violin. However, they’ve now been replaced by Evah Pirazzi Neo. While the Neo has a similar warmth to the Dynamo, it offers much better clarity and projection. Besides, it’s substantially cheaper. I haven’t yet verified the long-term durability, but the strings have been on the instrument for a few weeks, and I’m really happy with them.

Power and color

On my main instrument, Eudoxa-Oliv C paired with Eudoxa-stiff D&G, and Obligato A works very well. I have tried both the heavy gauge (19 3/4) and the regular (19 1/2). Regular has a one of a kind buttery sound, complex sound, but not as powerful. Heavy gauge has more power, less butter, but still warm and complex.

Stretching takes a couple days, so change one string at a time. Gut strings last a long time and can be reused again if they remain un-frayed.

I have not tried with whole set however from using the C and A string for about a year now I can say if youre not sure what your sound is missing PI are solid strings and not worried about longevity and integrity.

A Cello C String with Great Sound Quality

I have used this string since 1973. I like the warm sound and easy response. It lasts a long time and is easy to tune even though my other strings are not Spirocore.

A very good investment for sound quality.

You would not think that a shiny piece of plastic slightly smaller than your average tailpiece would make any difference, or be aesthetically pleasing…I’ve had wood tailpieces for years and years, until a recently purchased cello came home with this one and I did some research. If you are looking to enhance the sound of your cello, or just want to give it every possible advantage ( and I am talking beginner to professional level), may I suggest looking into this tailpiece? Its is perfectly balanced, light as a feather, and the fine tuners work very very well. I have the planetary pegs, and yes, I also use the fine tuners. It is a perfect combination for me. And it is reasonably priced from Concord, too!