D'Addario Helicore Viola Single D String, Long Scale, Medium Tension, H412-M

D'Addario Helicore Viola Single D String, Long Scale, Medium Tension

Sized to fit long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. Packaged in uniquely designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.

Helicore viola strings are crafted with a multi-stranded steel core, resulting in optimal playability while producing a clear, warm tone. The smaller string diameter provides quick bow response. Premium quality materials combined with skilled workmanship produces strings known for excellent pitch stability and longevity.

DEFINED TONE: clear and focused articulation

INCREDIBLE BOW RESPONSE: fast, flexible, and responsive

UNPARALLELED VERSATILITY: pairs exceptionally well with a wide variety of instrument types and musical styles

Helicore

"Helicore strings are crafted with a multi-strand twisted steel core and wound with exotic metals like titanium (used here for the first time in bowed instrument strings). These innovative materials have enabled us to design strings with a very small diameter to provided extremely quick bow response. The application of damping resins under selected windings gives the Helicores a warm, rich sound, quite unlike steel strings of the past. The strings are subtle under the ear, yet carry great projection in large concert halls. Helicores stay in tune especially well due to their cores, and retain a very long playing life. They are available in complete sets or individually for violin, viola, cello and bass."