Dominant Violin Strings, SET

By Thomastik

4.8 from 278 reviews
RRP:
£70.00
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from £49.99 inc VAT & Free Delivery in the UK
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Purchase options

Full Size, Aluminium Wound E (135)
99+ in stock
£52.98
Full size, Plain Steel E (135B)
99+ in stock
£49.99
3/4 size
6 in stock
£54.37
1/2 size
7 in stock
£54.37
1/4 size
4 in stock
£54.37
1/8 size
2 in stock
£54.37

* All strings are ball end, unless otherwise specified.

Shop for single strings and/or alternative tensions

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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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Beginner

beginners view of Dominant

Pros: I am learning to play the violin, and so would not be able to compare any strings. However, Dominant were what my tutor recommended and she and her family are always more than happy with them, as they are all professional players.

Cons: None

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MELLIEHA, Malta

Grade 8+

Very Good

Pros: Good

Cons: Good

Other: Received in a very short time. Very satisfied.

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Windsor, United Kingdom

Beginner

Pleased after slight hiccup

Pros: Good to have a spare set in my case so whichever string breaks I can replace it immediately. Service is very fast!

Cons: None

Other: Slight problem in that I was originally sent 2 E strings and no G, but I was sent the correct string and an SAE to return the wrong one the next day.

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Wellingborough, United Kingdom

Beginner

Good quality, fast delivery.

Pros: Good quality (settles in quickly) strings.

Cons: None!

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Canterbury, United Kingdom

Beginner

Excellent service

Pros: Good quality strings for the beginner. Delivered speedily without problems

Cons: nothing

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Llanelli, United Kingdom

Beginner

my daughter love's the sound on the strings

Pros: easy site to look at

Cons: none

Other: very good value for the money

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Rayleigh, United Kingdom

Grade 8+

Dominant violin strings are unbeatable value

Pros: Good quality tone for budget strings except the E which I found a bit brittle. I purchased individual strings costing a lot more and was disappointed.

Cons: The 'E' string was too strident.

Other: none

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Auchterarder, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Nothing further to add

Pros: Consistent quality

Cons: Don't like the e-string and prefer to use a Pirastro Gold e-string.

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Hexham, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

When in doubt buy Dominant

Pros: Affordable middle of range strings serving a fair range of fiddles well.

Cons: No cons

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Isle of Lewis, United Kingdom

Beginner

very satisfied - a nice set of strings

Pros: Nice tone

Cons: nil

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