Dominant Violin Strings, SET
By Thomastik
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Purchase options
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Full Size, Aluminium Wound E (135)
99+
in stock
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£52.98 | |
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Full size, Plain Steel E (135B)
99+
in stock
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£49.99 | |
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3/4 size
6
in stock
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£54.37 | |
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1/2 size
7
in stock
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£54.37 | |
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1/4 size
4
in stock
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£54.37 | |
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1/8 size
2
in stock
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£54.37 |
* All strings are ball end, unless otherwise specified.
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, (all fractional sets will come with the aluminium wound E). 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 removable ball to take out 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")
Using a loop end E? The use of a protector to prevent the tuner hook breaking the string is essential with loop end E strings. We cannot accept claims for strings broken by the adjuster hook. Click here to purchase this item.
Specifications
- E - Aluminium wound on steel. (135)
- E - Steel (135B) E has a ball end with removable ball if required to use as loop.
- A - aluminium on Perlon
- D - aluminium on Perlon
- G - silver on Perlon
- The original synthetic core string
- Perlon core, medium tension
- Made in Austria
Customer reviews:
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Keen Amateur
Beginner
Keen Amateur
Do the job for the price
Pros: E string coped well from the beginning. Tone as expected. New G and D sound warm. Little pressure with harmonics still makes a good sound.
Cons: G and D required a lot of tuning. Strings wear out very quickly with orchestral playing. Daughter will be using Pirazzi strings after this violin has been to her luthier.
Beginner
Grade 8+
Keen Amateur
Good strings
Pros: They've always had a good reputation and I've always found them to be decent strings.
Cons: I can't particularly think of any cons. You may consider them to be a little expensive but not compared to some strings available and if you buy cheaper ones you're likely to be compromising quality.
Keen Amateur
Beginner
Beginner
Keen Amateur
