Violin and Viola Strings
Each violin, viola and cello has its own tonal characteristics. Different instruments may respond differently with the same set of strings. Selecting strings for your instrument will depend on a few elements such as the current sound of your instrument, the tonal qualities that you prefer, the level of playing and your needs. Using the most suitable string for your instrument is equally as important as selecting the most suitable instrument for yourself.
As you continue to play and practise, the strings will deteriorate and eventually be exhausted. This will result in a dull sound and in some worse conditions / situations, it produces wrong pitch especially in double stops and chords. The exhausted set of strings need to be replaced preferably with a complete new set of strings to maintain a balanced tonal quality. This is done even though the strings are not broken. Playing and practising with exhausted strings may create a difficulty in tone production and fixing pitching problems.
The frequency in changing a new set of strings depends on how much it has been played on. It can be as often as every three months if you play and practise a lot.
Kester Music is located in Penang and we offer the following variety of violin and viola strings for sale. Available sizes include 1/8 size, 1/4 size, 1/2 size, 3/4 size and 4/4 size (full size).
Fractional Size Violin String (1/8 size)
1/8 size violin string
Price : RM30-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Fractional Size Violin String (1/4 size)
1/4 size violin string
Price : RM30-00 per set (G, D, A, and E string)
Fractional Size Violin String (1/2 size)
1/2 size violin string
Price : RM30-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Fractional Size Violin String (3/4 size)
3/4 size violin string
Price : RM30-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Pirastro Tonica Violin Strings (Full size)
PIRASTRO TONICA violin strings have a core made from nylon. They produce a lively well-rounded sound, perfectly balanced across all four strings. Responding instantly to any bowing style, they reward both player and listener with an open and direct sound. With substantially reduced background ‘hiss’, players can sustain a more even tone helping to achieve smoother string crossings. Whilst giving positive feedback to your left hand, Tonica violin strings remain very easy to play right up into the highest positions. Projection and brilliance have been upgraded. However, this excess does not mean that the Tonica has lost its warmth. Playing pianissimo has considerably improved. All bow strokes are possible resulting in smooth crossings from one note to another. Easy right hand articulation and tone attack. Due to their medium string tension Tonica strings are suitable for all instruments.
Price : RM150-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Thomastik-Infeld Alphayue Violin Strings (Full size)
Combining an unbeatable price with Thomastik-Infeld Alphayue quality means you no longer have to settle for solid-steel strings to assure durability. You will love their instant response, supply playability and colorful tone. Alphayue violin strings also improve the sound of even the most basic student instrument and make music-making a treat!
Price : RM125-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Thomastik-Infeld Blue Violin Strings (Full Size)
Thomastik-Infeld Blue is state of the art synthetic core strings with perfectly matched tensions enable customization of sound covering the entire tonal spectrum. Using Infeld Blue violin strings, players can achieve tonal preferences in a single string brand without the headaches of uneven tensions.
Price : RM260-00 per set (G, D, A, and E string)
Thomastik-Infeld Red Violin Strings (Full Size)
Thomastik-Infeld Red is state of the art synthetic core strings with perfectly matched tensions enable customization of sound covering the entire tonal spectrum. Using Infeld Red violin strings, players can achieve tonal preferences in a single string brand without the headaches of uneven tensions.
Price : RM305-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Warchal Ametyst Violin Strings (Full Size)
High quality synthetic core strings. Warchal AMETYST strings offer a pure and focused sound which is brighter than Karneol. Although they are intended for better instruments, they will improve the sound of all levels of violins. They have a synthetic core, and normally take approximately three days to achieve tuning stability and optimum tone quality.
Price : RM240-00 per set (G, D, A and E string)
Pirastro Gold E String / Ball End (Full size)
Pirastro Gold E, a popular combination to match with Tonica and Dominant strings.
Price : RM30-00 each
Eurostring Viola String
Brand : Eurostring
Price : RM30-00 per set (C, G, D and A string)
Warchal Karneol Viola String
The Warchal KARNEOL viola string set produces well-balanced velvety tones, giving warmth and texture to your sound. They have a synthetic core, and normally require three days to achieve tuning stability and optimum tone quality. Metal core as well as synthetic core A strings are available. The sound of the synthetic A string matches the set perfectly. However aluminium or hydronalium wound A strings are less durable than those with a metal core so we wanted to give players a choice.
Price : RM250-00 per set (C, G, D and A string)
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Warchal Brilliant Viola Strings
The Warchal BRILLIANT viola set is intended for players who seek the most projecting sound. It also offers quick tuning stability. Synthetic core strings need about three to four days to settle in before achieving full tone quality. Metal core as well as synthetic core A strings are available. The sound of the synthetic A string matches the set perfectly. However aluminium or hydroanalium wound A strings are less durable than those with a metal core so we wanted to give players a choice.
Price : RM400-00 per set (C, G, D and A string)