Pirastro Tonica Violin Strings, SET

By Pirastro

4.7 from 134 reviews
RRP:
£39.23
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£27.00 inc VAT & Free Delivery in the UK
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Purchase options

Full size
17 in stock
£27.00
3/4 & 1/2 size
8 in stock
£27.00
1/4 & 1/8 size
3 in stock
£27.00

* All strings are ball end, unless otherwise specified.

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Description

'New Formula' quality student string similar to Dominant with the benefit of a silver D. Medium tension, ball end only. For loop end E please order each string separately.

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

  • Synthetic core strings.
  • E - Silvery steel
  • A - Aluminium on Perlon
  • D - Silver on Perlon
  • G - Silver on Perlon
  • Made in Germany
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Customer reviews:

Rating Summary
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Helen
03/12/2020 22:11
Moreton, United Kingdom

Beginner

Well wrapped set of strings.

Pros: The set of strings were just what I needed as spares for my violin. They were nicely wrapped.

Cons: None

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Sarah
17/11/2020 20:31
Bristol, United Kingdom

Beginner

Amazing upgrade effect!

Pros: Amazing strings that have transformed the sound of my daughter's 1/4 size violin. I strongly recommend this for all budding violinists. It's not fair to expect children to learn on an instrument that can't be made to sound good. These strings bring resonance and richness.

Cons: None

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Diana
27/08/2020 20:50
BURY, United Kingdom

Beginner

Pirastro Tonica Violin Strings - lovely sound

Pros: First time I’ve used Pirastro Tonica Violin Strings. Lovely sound. I will definitely buy these strings again.

Cons: None

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Andrew
15/04/2020 20:06
Bolton, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Good value and quality.

Pros: The strings soon "settled" and maintained tuning. I am very pleased with the improved tone over the strings they replaced.

Cons: None

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Matt
05/03/2020 19:59
Lowestoft, United Kingdom

Beginner

Bright and bold.

Pros: Bright, crisp and bold. Huge improvement on standard strings that came with violin.

Cons: None

Other: Perhaps some may find these too bright but to be fair that could also be the violin or player. I would not describe them as a mellow sounding string. Overall pleased with the purchase and performance. Good fast service from string zone.

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Robin
15/02/2020 19:46
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Professional

Good sounding Violin strings at a sensible price.

Pros: First, the price. They aren't shockingly expensive like some violin strings. The quality is very consistent, every set sounds like the last one, they wear in quickly, last well, I've never had one break and I make them work hard. I'm not a concert violinist, I'm a folk fiddler and play in a ceilidh band and for a folk dance team, this means that I play for four hours at a stretch, a test for any strings, and they last for about 4 to 6 months of regular work and practice.

Cons: They are strong in the middle and treble on my acoustic fiddle, giving a bright sound, I would like more warmth in the lower register, but, according to friends who have heard me perform, say my fiddle sounds well balanced across the strings so it may be that the fiddle sounds 'toppy' close up but ok further away, which is alright by me.

Other: I like them and am unlikely to change strings for a different brand.

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Brian
13/02/2020 23:50
Muir of Ord, United Kingdom

Beginner

Good service

Pros: The strings have improved the tone of my violins. The accessory products work well.

Cons: None

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Mark
27/03/2019 10:36
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Good value strings!

Pros: Good tone on a cheaper violin - value for money!

Cons: No cons!

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Eric
08/03/2019 12:42
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Warm, rounded sound at a great price

Pros: I bought these after reading some good reviews. I'm not disappointed. All four strings sound good - quite a rounded, warm sound with a bit of top end. They feel like medium to low tension. They are quick to respond. I haven't had them long enough to comment on how long they last, but they are half the price of some equivalent strings, and sound just as good, so I'm pleased to have found them

Cons: None

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Olive
23/09/2018 07:46
Bromley, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

good value strings

Pros: good tone

Cons: nil

Other: took a while to settle in on my son's fiddle

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