Who are we?

The String Zone was founded in 2004 by Andrew Riley in Egham, Surrey. It has since grown to become by far the largest online UK retailer of orchestral strings, cases, bows and accessories. Buy with confidence from a company whose staff have over 30 years' experience in all aspects of bowed strings.

Bow approval service

Looking for a new bow? Try up to four bows from our extensive range for 7 days in the comfort of your own home.
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*excludes bows purchased through our approval scheme

Recent Buyer Reviews
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Viola Strings, SET They sound great and are very stable I do prefer the sound of gut strings but these ones are louder and stay better in tune full review...
4 days ago
Warchal Brilliant Vintage Violin Strings, SET We have an old violin and the strings suit it well. The service was excellent - we would never have considered these strings and the lady was very ... full review...
4 days ago
Spector Violin Mute easy to fit and use Tone is muted, but not hugely full review...
5 days ago