Dominant Violin Strings, SET

By Thomastik

4.8 from 270 reviews
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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
6 in stock
£54.82
1/2 size
10 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

Product demonstration


Customer reviews:

Rating Summary
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Mr De Souza
23/02/2011 16:53
Croydon, United Kingdom

Beginner

Dominant violin strings

Pros: Replacing a set of Dominant strings already in use. These strings give very good sound for beginners. The old ones have been replaced due to wear and tear. There are three violin players in the family and we all use Dominant strings.

Cons: none. Other strings have been used but not found to produce the best sounds with the three violins we have

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Martin
22/02/2011 22:11
Atherstone, United Kingdom

Beginner

Excellent string set for classical and traditio0na

Pros: A well priced set. These are still the benchmark string I use to measure others against and have yet to change to another brand.

Cons: They take a week or so to play in. The E string is sometimes not balanced withion the set. They wear out relatively quickly

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Clare Campbell
22/02/2011 11:24
Sheffield, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Excellent in both service and products.

Pros: Excellent strings with a warm tone and once settled in are very reliable in all kinds of conditions.

Cons: I could find nothing against these strings

Other: This was a fast and efficient delivery service and offers a very wide range of strings and other products

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Steve
22/02/2011 08:38
Burgess Hill, United Kingdom

Beginner

Great improvement on what I had.

Pros: Much improved sound and feel over the cheap set fitted to the violin when purchased. More "give" in the strings when tuning so feel less worried when tightening them!

Cons: Nothing really.

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Alex
21/02/2011 14:44
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Beginner

Great Strings!

Pros: Recommended by my teacher, they are good strings for my stentor conservatoire violin. Much improved from the factory fitted strings.

Cons: No problems for me!

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FJ Diehl
20/02/2011 14:43
Buxton, United Kingdom

Beginner

Dominant - no surprises, no risks

Pros: Strong, well balanced set for loudness, no sudden change of tone across strings. Same every time - the default set fitted in the sales room and therefore widely available. Settle quickly into pitch, so a good spare for emergencies and they don't seem to break.

Cons: Harsh on violins that lean to the treble end. Difficult for learners to tune without fine-adjusters. A and wound E are short lived - get 2 As and a plain E. with a set. Aluminium only windings may not suit 'wet' players. No real weaknesses but no real strengths, tonally.

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Helen
20/02/2011 13:20
Fareham, United Kingdom

Beginner

fantastic products and customer service. THank you

Pros: sound fantastic

Cons: nothing

Other: customer service fantastic and quick

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Andrew
15/02/2011 20:56
St Neots, United Kingdom

Professional

Dominant violin strings

Pros: Still the best standard set to start with, and excellent for pupils.

Cons: Take a while to play in and get rid of that metallic edge.

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Adeline-Fleur
15/02/2011 16:41
London, United Kingdom

Keen Amateur

Quick Dispatch and good value

Pros: These have been bought to try out on my Electric Violin. I selected them as I know from my training days that they are good hardwearing strings which can take a lot of wear and tear.

Cons: N/A

Other: Brilliant service and quick dispatch from thestringzone.co.uk I will be reccomending you to friends/family.

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Sarah
02/02/2011 20:16
Witney, United Kingdom

Beginner

Good quality strings for a sweet tone

Pros: They have a really good tone and settled very quickly. They last well too.

Cons: None

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