Dominant Violin Strings, SET

By Thomastik

4.8 from 270 reviews
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Purchase options

Full Size, Aluminium Wound E (135)
99+ in stock
£54.40
Full size, Plain Steel E (135B)
99+ in stock
£50.82
3/4 size
9 in stock
£54.82
1/2 size
11 in stock
£54.82
1/4 size
6 in stock
£54.82
1/8 size
3 in stock
£54.82

* All strings are ball end, unless otherwise specified.

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Description

The original and best known synthetic cored string. Regarded as the reference standard for this type of string. Well adapted to give excellent playing properties on any instrument.

Dominant strings give a warm and clear sound which closely approximates to a traditional covered gut string. Tonally stable and easy to play on they suitable for all players beginner to professional.

Medium tension strings. For other tensions please click the link above.

NB The set 135 with aluminium wound E is the traditional and well known version of these strings. The aluminium winding being a more suitable choice for learners as it is easier to produce a clear sound without whistles or overtones. The set 135B features a plain Chrome plated steel E which will appeal to advanced players for its clarity and projection.

Aluminium E Set with ball end only. For loop end E set please order four individual strings.

Steel E set (135B) E has a loop end with a separate ball to fit if required.

To check your instrument size measure the length of the back (LOB) excluding the 'button' which is the thumb shaped extension at the top where the neck is anchored. Old instruments can vary, if more than 1/2" over choose the next size up.

4/4 - LOB 356mm (14")

3/4 - LOB 330mm (13")

1/2 - LOB 305mm (12")

1/4 - LOB 280mm (11")

1/8 - LOB 254mm (10")


Specifications

  • E - Aluminium wound on steel. (135)
  • E - Steel (135B) E has a loop end with a separate ball to fit if required.
  • A - aluminium on Perlon
  • D - aluminium on Perlon
  • G - silver on Perlon
  • The original synthetic core string
  • Perlon core, medium tension
  • Made in Austria

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Customer reviews:

Rating Summary
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David
05/05/2021 19:34
Taynuilt, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Great product. Great service.

Pros: Great strings - highly thought of.

Cons: None

Other: Excellent prompt service - String Zone videos were also very welcome.

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R
05/05/2021 19:31
London, United Kingdom

Teacher

Great service.

Pros: Excellent strings and service.

Cons: None

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John
21/04/2021 20:04
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Expensive for a solid performance

Pros: The sound is absolutely brilliant and clear.

Cons: Does require a smooth bowing. It is a bit over for an amateur, but it is encouraging for practice forever.

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Martha
30/12/2020 19:36
LOWESTOFT, United Kingdom

Beginner

Delivery quick. Quality good.

Pros: Came quickly.

Cons: None

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Nicholas
04/11/2020 08:03
Norwich, United Kingdom

Beginner

Highly recommend

Pros: Grade 3 player - the strings supporting progressive play. They sound warm and consistent resonant note. Would highly recommend.

Cons: None

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Christopher
06/10/2020 21:28
Radstock, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

E string weak

Pros: They sound good

Cons: The e strong lasted a week, a few tunings in and it broke.

Other: I won’t buy a set again

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Alan
20/09/2020 13:29
Epsom, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Good old Dominant

Pros: Reliability

Cons: None

Other: I have used dominant strings since learning the violin at school over 60 years ago and whilst there may be others with a sound that benefits a virtuoso but for most players they are perfect and reliable

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Pauline
16/09/2020 19:44
Galashiels, United Kingdom

Grade 8+

Good value for money. Easy to play on.

Pros: Used these strings to upgrade an old violin that I learned on over forty years ago! Wanted to have it playable and on stand by. Really enjoyed my old student violin. These strings were very easy to play on. Haven’t played on a set with fine tuners for a long while. Once the strings had settled my violin stayed in tune with very little adjustments making it easy/convenient to pick up/put down frequently throughout the day.

Cons: Sound nothing like as good as my gut strings on my other violin however great for playing fiddle music. Improved this particular instrument.

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Sandra
07/09/2020 22:42
Newtownards, United Kingdom

Beginner

Perfect

Pros: They are a good go to set of strings

Cons: None

Other: Easy to order, keep tuned and have settled well

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Rachel
15/07/2020 16:56
Chandlers Ford, United Kingdom

Beginner

Super strings

Pros: Easy to put on and sound great. They really make a difference compared to the cheaper brand we bought (from elsewhere) last time.

Cons: None

Other: Quick delivery and great service from Stringzone

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