Sized to fit short-scale viola (body length 13-14 inches) with a playing length of 13 inches (330mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This C string is nickel wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude viola strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| Short-scale viola (body length 13-14 inches) with a playing length of 13 inches (330mm) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Sized to fit extra-short scale viola (body length 12 inches and smaller) with a playing length of 12 inches (305mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This D string is nickel wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude viola strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| Extra Short-scale viola (body length 12 inches) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Sized to fit medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This D string is aluminum wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude viola strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| Medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Sized to fit short-scale viola (body length 13-14 inches) with a playing length of 13 inches (330mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This D string is aluminum wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude viola strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| Short-scale viola (body length 13-14 inches) with a playing length of 13 inches (330mm) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Sized to fit extra-short scale viola (body length 12 inches and smaller) with a playing length of 12 inches (305mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This G string is nickel wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude viola strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| Extra Short-scale viola (body length 12 inches) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Sized to fit long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This G string is nickel wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude viola strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| Long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Scaled to fit 1/16 size violin with a playing length of 8 1/2 inches (216mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This G string is nickel wound. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude violin strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| 1/16 size violin - playing length of 8 1/2 inches (216mm) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Scaled to fit 1/2 size violin with a playing length of 11 1/2 inches (290mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This is a plain steel E (tin-plated high-carbon steel). Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Prelude violin strings are manufactured using a solid steel core. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Prelude is the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| 1/2 size violin with a playing length of 11 1/2 inches (290mm) | Medium tension | Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available | Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
La Voz reeds in Medium-Hard strength feature a traditional tip thickness combined with a stronger spine and an unfiled cut for more resistance and a full tone.
Crafted from premium cane for consistent response and playability, La Voz is the choice of professional saxophonists. Unfiled for a deep, powerful tone, La Voz is the reed of choice for many of the world's top jazz musicians. Available for saxophone and clarinet in boxes of ten reeds.
Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.
| Stronger spine for more resistance | Medium-Hard strength, Unfiled cut, box of 10 reeds | Works well for jazz applications | Available for all saxophones and clarinet | Available in strengths Soft to Hard
Scaled to fit 4/4 scale violin with a playing length of 13 inches (328mm), these heavy tension strings will allow for greater projection and volume potential. The D string included with the DZ310S set is silver wound, allowing for a richer sound and quicker bow response. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.
Zyex synthetic core strings produce an extremely warm, rich sound. Zyex strings are made from a new generation of synthetic material, creating strings that are incredibly stable under drastic climatic conditions. Within a matter of hours, Zyex settles in on the instrument with a sound that is warmer than most other synthetic core strings. Zyex is also an excellent choice for use on bright sounding instruments.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
| 4/4 scale violin with a playing length of 13 inches (328mm) | Heavy tension with Silver D string (also available with aluminum) | Zyex synthetic core produces a rich, warm tone | Short break-in time and excellent bow response provides superb playability and a broad tonal palette | All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry