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Viola Strings — Buy in Kyiv | Pirastro, Thomastik, Larsen, Warchal

Viola strings — a specialised category for the middle-register instrument tuned C-G-D-A. At SoundsGood — the full range of viola series from world manufacturers: Pirastro (Evah Pirazzi, Evah Pirazzi Gold, Tonica, Obligato, Passione, Eudoxa, Oliv, Chromcor, Perpetual, Chorda), Thomastik-Infeld (Dominant, Vision Solo, Alphayue), Larsen (Original, Magnacore, Il Cannone, Soloist), Warchal (Brilliant, Karneol, Amber), D'Addario (Helicore, Prelude), Jargar. For music schools — Pirastro Chromcor, D'Addario Prelude (from $46). For orchestra — the Thomastik Dominant Viola standard (~$118). For solo — Pirastro Evah Pirazzi, Larsen Original (~$174-222). For baroque — gut Pirastro Eudoxa, Chorda. All sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 15", 15.5", 16", 16.5", 17". Individual strings or full sets. Violists often also browse violin strings, cello strings and double bass strings.

🎻Sizes 15-17″
Standard and Long variants
🏭World brands
Pirastro, Thomastik, Larsen, Warchal
🎵A-strings individually
Larsen, Jargar, Evah Pirazzi separately
📦Nova Poshta delivery
From 1 day across Ukraine

🎼 Viola String Specifics

📐 Viola size range

Viola has no standard 4/4 like the violin. Children's: 12", 13" (1/2, 3/4 equivalent). Adult: 15" (38 cm body), 15.5", 16" (40 cm — most common), 16.5", 17" (43 cm). Most series are made in two variants: Standard (up to 16.5") and Long (16.5-17"). Before ordering, always measure your viola's mensur.

📐 Viola tuning C-G-D-A

Viola is tuned a fifth lower than violin. C (low C, 130.81 Hz) — thickest, most difficult string to manufacture. G (196 Hz). D (293.66 Hz). A (440 Hz) — thinnest, wears first. This defines special string requirements — you need balance between dense bottom (C/G) and singing top (A/D).

📐 Why viola strings cost more than violin

The C-string is the thickest among classical bowed instruments. Thick synthetic core, special silver or tungsten winding, handmade. This adds 60-80% to the cost compared to a violin G. So a viola Dominant ~$118 vs a violin Dominant ~$71. On Evah Pirazzi and Larsen the difference is even larger.

📐 A-string — a separate story

The viola A-string is the most problematic. Even professionals often combine Larsen A or Jargar A with a full set of Pirastro or Thomastik. The viola A wears out in 2-3 months for a professional; 70% of solo passages are played on it. So it's bought individually most often.

🎓 Budget Viola Strings (Music School and Beginners)

🎻 Pirastro Chromcor Viola ⭐⭐

Budget steel classic. Chrome-steel Pirastro strings, stable, hold pitch for months, not affected by humidity. Ideal for music schools (grades 1-3), children's orchestras. Sizes 15"-16.5". ~$55 per set.

🎻 D'Addario Prelude Viola

American budget standard. Steel core, soft attack, stable pitch. Popular in US schools. ~$46 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Piranito Viola

Budget steel series from Pirastro for beginners. Slightly softer tone than Chromcor. Suitable for school orchestras. ~$62 per set.

🎻 Thomastik Alphayue Viola

New synthetic budget series from Thomastik (introduced in the 2010s). More affordable than Dominant, but with better tone than steel Chromcor. For grade 4-7 music-school students, orchestra. ~$66 per set.

🎻 D'Addario Helicore Viola

Multi-strand steel core, softer than monolithic. Stable, with good tonal balance. For orchestra and senior music-school students. ~$84 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Tonica Viola ⭐⭐

Synthetic alternative to Dominant. Softer, warm tone, accessible price. Available in fractional sizes (1/2, 3/4). For grade 4-7 music-school students, school orchestra. ~$87 per set.

🎼 Standard Orchestra and Teaching

🎻 Thomastik Dominant Viola ⭐⭐⭐

"Reference standard" — the orchestral standard for viola. Perlon core, warm and balanced tone, holds pitch 4-6 months. The most common choice of symphonic violists worldwide. Available in Soft, Medium, Strong tensions. ~$118 per set.

🎻 Warchal Brilliant Viola ⭐⭐

Modern Slovakian brand with excellent reputation. Bright, projecting tone, fast break-in. An alternative to Dominant for those who want a little more brilliance. ~$102 per set.

🎻 Warchal Karneol Viola

Premium synthetic from Warchal. Warm tone with gut-like complexity. For chamber violists. ~$114 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Obligato Viola ⭐⭐

Synthetic Pirastro string with warm, gut-like tone. For chamber and orchestral violists seeking the "colour" of gut without their instability. ~$174 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Perpetual Viola

New Pirastro series (2018+) — increased longevity and stability. Balanced tone, suitable for orchestral violists playing many hours a day. ~$210 per set.

🎼 Solo and Concert Stage

🎻 Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Viola ⭐⭐⭐

Pirastro's flagship for viola. Intense, powerful, projecting string — for large halls. Especially rich middle register (where viola lives). A — chrome steel, D/G — silver on synthetic, C — silver/tungsten on synthetic. ~$186 per set.

🎻 Thomastik Vision Solo Viola

Premium synthetic Thomastik for solo violists. Fast break-in (1-2 days instead of a week), stable pitch, expressive soloist tone. ~$198 per set.

🎻 Larsen Viola Original ⭐⭐⭐

The Danish premium standard for viola. Especially singing Larsen A-string — the standard among solo violists worldwide. Often combined with D/G/C of another brand. ~$174 per set.

🎻 Larsen Magnacore Viola ⭐⭐⭐

Larsen's premium flagship — powerful, focused tone for solo career. Magnetic metallic core. For top-tier solo violists. ~$222 per set.

🎻 Larsen Il Cannone Viola

New Larsen series (2020+). Named after Paganini's violin "Il Cannone". Powerful direct tone — for solo violists who want maximum projection. ~$204 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold Viola

Pirastro's newest series specifically for viola (2015+). Special golden tone in the middle register, softer than the original Evah Pirazzi. ~$222 per set.

🌿 Gut Strings for Viola (Baroque and Romantic)

🎻 Pirastro Eudoxa Viola ⭐⭐⭐

Classic gut string since 1919. Natural sheep gut + silver / aluminium winding. Warm, intimate tone — for baroque, orchestra with historical instruments. A=440 Hz. Sensitive to climate. ~$174 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Passione Viola

New-generation gut string from Pirastro. Holds pitch longer than classic Eudoxa, but retains the warm organic gut tone. For baroque with improved stability. ~$198 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Oliv Viola

Premium gut strings from Pirastro. Rich overtone spectrum, for top solo and concert stage with historically informed performance. ~$288 per set.

🎻 Pirastro Chorda Viola — true baroque

Unwound sheep gut on A and D, wound on G and C. The most authentic baroque string — as played by Bach, Handel, Vivaldi. Tuning A=415 Hz (baroque) or 392 Hz (French pitch). For viola da gamba consorts, baroque orchestras. ~$222 per set.

🏭 Viola String Brands

🌟 Pirastro (Germany, since 1798) ⭐⭐⭐

The world's oldest string manufacturer. Viola series: Evah Pirazzi/Gold (solo flagship), Passione (next-generation gut core), Eudoxa/Olive (classic gut), Tonica (mid-level), Chromcor/Piranito (budget), Obligato (synthetic with gut tone), Perpetual (long-lasting), Chorda (baroque). The standard for the world's solo violists.

🌟 Thomastik-Infeld (Austria, since 1919) ⭐⭐⭐

Viennese manufacturer. Viola series: Dominant (orchestral reference standard), Vision Solo (premium soloist), Alphayue (new-generation budget). Dominant Viola — the most common choice of symphonic violists.

🌟 Larsen (Denmark) ⭐⭐⭐

Specialty — singing A-strings. Viola series: Original (A — the benchmark), Magnacore (premium flagship), Il Cannone (new powerful), Soloist (for solo). Larsen A — part of classic combinations with Pirastro or Thomastik.

🌟 Jargar (Denmark)

Classic Danish manufacturer. Jargar viola A-strings — softer and warmer alternative to Larsen. For chamber violists seeking a less brilliant top.

🌟 Warchal (Slovakia)

Modern brand with excellent reputation. Viola: Brilliant (bright), Amber (baroque-style), Karneol (premium synthetic). Innovative developments at an accessible price.

🌟 D'Addario (USA)

The largest American string manufacturer. Viola: Helicore (steel core, orchestra), Prelude (music-school budget), Kaplan Forza/Amo (premium synthetic), Zyex. Standard in American schools.

🎵 A-Strings Individually — The Most Common Replacement

🎵 Larsen Original A Viola ⭐⭐⭐

The standard among solo violists worldwide. Chrome steel, especially singing tone in the upper register. Often bought individually to complement a full set of another brand. ~$40.

🎵 Larsen Magnacore A Viola

Premium A from Larsen — focused, powerful tone. For solo violists. ~$54.

🎵 Jargar A Viola

Classic Danish A. Softer and warmer than Larsen. For chamber playing. ~$36.

🎵 Pirastro Evah Pirazzi A Chrome Viola

Chrome-steel A from Pirastro — long-lasting (4-6 months), compatible with the full Evah Pirazzi set or other series. ~$47.

🎵 Pirastro Passione A Viola

Gut A from Pirastro Passione — for baroque or those seeking the warmest possible tone. ~$49.

🎵 Thomastik Dominant A Viola

Aluminium-wound synthetic core. The classic Dominant A — for standard orchestral sound. ~$31.

🎯 How to Choose Strings for Viola

📐 1. Measure your viola size

Mensur (distance from nut to bridge) is the key metric. Body 38-39 cm (≈15") → short strings. 40 cm (≈16") → standard size. 41-43 cm (≈16.5-17") → Long variant. Most series (Pirastro Tonica, Dominant, Evah Pirazzi) are made in Standard and Long. Tell us your size before ordering.

📐 2. Player level

Beginner (music school grades 1-3) → Pirastro Chromcor, D'Addario Prelude. Grade 4-7, school orchestra → Thomastik Alphayue, Pirastro Tonica. Graduate, conservatory candidate → Thomastik Dominant Viola. Conservatory student, orchestral player → Dominant or Pirastro Obligato. Soloist → Evah Pirazzi Gold, Larsen Magnacore, Vision Solo.

📐 3. Repertoire type

Classical / romantic → synthetic (Dominant, Tonica, Evah Pirazzi). Baroque (HIP) → gut (Eudoxa, Chorda, Passione) with A=415 Hz. Contemporary / solo → intense (Evah Pirazzi, Larsen Il Cannone, Magnacore). Orchestra / chamber → Dominant, Obligato.

📐 4. Tension

Weich/Soft/Light — easier to press, softer tone, for beginners. Medium/Mittel — standard, optimal balance. Stark/Heavy/Strong — more powerful tone, requires stronger bow pressure. For beginners and children we recommend Medium; do not experiment with Heavy without your teacher's advice.

📐 5. Instrument type

Powerful, brilliant viola → softer strings (Tonica, Obligato, Larsen Virtuoso). Quiet, dark viola → powerful (Evah Pirazzi, Magnacore) — boost projection. Old Italian / French master instrument → medium-tension synthetic to preserve the wood.

📐 6. Budget

Under $66 per set → Pirastro Chromcor, D'Addario Prelude, Thomastik Alphayue. $66-110 → Pirastro Tonica, D'Addario Helicore, Warchal Brilliant. $110-175 → Thomastik Dominant Viola, Pirastro Obligato, Larsen Original. $175-220 → Pirastro Evah Pirazzi, Vision Solo, Larsen Magnacore. $220+ → Evah Pirazzi Gold, Pirastro Oliv, Larsen Il Cannone.

📊 Price List — Viola Strings

Currency: $ × 45 = ₴ (1 EUR ≈ $1.08). Prices indicative, for a full set (4 strings) of a standard 16" viola. Long (16.5-17") and fractional (1/2, 3/4) — on request.

Brand / Series Core Type Level EUR (~) USD (~)
BUDGET — MUSIC SCHOOL AND BEGINNERS
D'Addario Prelude Viola Steel School 38 € ~$46
Pirastro Chromcor Viola ⭐⭐ Steel School 45 € ~$55
Pirastro Piranito Viola Steel School 52 € ~$62
Thomastik Alphayue Viola Synth School+ 55 € ~$66
D'Addario Helicore Viola Steel Orchestra 70 € ~$84
Pirastro Tonica Viola ⭐⭐ Perlon Standard 72 € ~$87
STANDARD — ORCHESTRA AND TEACHING
Warchal Brilliant Viola ⭐⭐ Synth Standard+ 85 € ~$102
Warchal Karneol Viola Synth Chamber 95 € ~$114
Thomastik Dominant Viola ⭐⭐⭐ Perlon Orchestral standard 98 € ~$118
Pirastro Obligato Viola ⭐⭐ Synth Chamber+ 145 € ~$174
Pirastro Eudoxa Viola Gut Baroque 145 € ~$174
Larsen Viola Original ⭐⭐⭐ Synth/Steel Solo standard 145 € ~$174
PREMIUM — SOLO AND CONCERT STAGE
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Viola ⭐⭐⭐ Synth Solo flagship 155 € ~$186
Thomastik Vision Solo Viola Synth Solo premium 165 € ~$198
Pirastro Passione Viola Gut+ Baroque premium 165 € ~$198
Pirastro Perpetual Viola Synth Long-lasting premium 175 € ~$210
Larsen Il Cannone Viola Synth Solo powerful 170 € ~$204
Larsen Magnacore Viola ⭐⭐⭐ Synth Top solo 185 € ~$222
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold Viola ⭐⭐ Synth Top premium 185 € ~$222
Pirastro Chorda Viola (gut) Gut True baroque 185 € ~$222
Pirastro Oliv Viola Gut Top premium gut 240 € ~$288
A-STRINGS INDIVIDUALLY (most common replacement)
Thomastik Dominant A Viola Perlon Standard 26 € ~$31
Jargar A Viola Steel Chamber 30 € ~$36
Larsen Original A Viola ⭐⭐⭐ Steel Solo standard 33 € ~$40
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi A Chrome Steel Premium standard 39 € ~$47
Pirastro Passione A Viola Gut Baroque 41 € ~$49
Larsen Magnacore A Viola Steel Top solo 45 € ~$54

Single-string price — approximately 25-35% of the set (A — cheapest, C — most expensive due to thickness and manufacturing complexity).

💡 Classic Viola String Combinations

🎵 Larsen A + Pirastro Evah Pirazzi D/G/C

The most popular solo violist combination. Singing Larsen A + powerful middle and bass register of Evah Pirazzi. ~$230. If A wears first — replace just it (~$40).

🎵 Jargar A + Thomastik Dominant D/G/C

Classic orchestral combination. Soft warm Jargar A + balanced Dominant standard. ~$155. For chamber violists who play long on a single set.

🎵 Pirastro Evah Pirazzi A + Thomastik Spirocore G/C + Pirastro D

For violists seeking maximum bass power. Spirocore G/C provide symphonic bass register. Especially useful for violas with quiet C-string. ~$215.

🎵 Larsen Magnacore A + Pirastro Passione D/G/C

For baroque with solo top. Magnacore A — focused, powerful; Passione D/G/C — warm gut with improved stability. ~$255.

🎵 Larsen Il Cannone A/D + Evah Pirazzi Gold G/C

Top premium for solo career. Maximum projection in all registers. ~$315. For violists playing in large concert halls.

💰 Budget orchestral combination

Thomastik Dominant A/D + Pirastro Chromcor G/C. Balanced top Dominant + stable long-lasting bottom Chromcor. ~$80. For school and youth orchestras.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do viola strings differ from violin strings?

Viola strings are thicker and longer, tuned a fifth lower (C-G-D-A vs G-D-A-E). Viola body size varies 15-17 inches — unlike the standard 4/4 violin. The viola C-string (low C) is the thickest among classical bowed instruments, most difficult to manufacture — explaining the higher set cost.

Which viola string size — 15", 16", or 17"?

Look at your viola's body size and mensur. 38-39 cm → 15" (short). 40 cm → 16" (standard). 41-43 cm → 16.5-17" (Long). Most series are made in Standard and Long variants.

Which strings for viola in music school?

Grades 1-3: Pirastro Chromcor (~$55) or D'Addario Prelude (~$46) — steel, stable. Grades 4-7: Thomastik Alphayue (~$66) or Pirastro Tonica (~$87). Graduate, conservatory candidate: Thomastik Dominant Viola (~$118).

How much do 16" viola strings cost?

School-tier steel — $46-62. Mid-tier synthetic — $66-87. Professional standard — $102-133. Solo premium — $174-222. Top premium — $222-288.

Why is Dominant Viola more expensive than violin?

The viola C-string is the thickest among classical bowed instruments and most difficult to manufacture. This adds 60-80% to the cost compared to a violin G. So a viola Dominant ~$118 vs a violin Dominant ~$71.

Pirastro Evah Pirazzi or Larsen Original — which is better for viola?

Evah Pirazzi — powerful projection, brilliant middle register, for solo and chamber. Larsen Original — especially singing A-string, lyrical top. Many players combine: Larsen A + Evah Pirazzi D/G/C.

Can I mix viola strings from different brands?

Yes, especially common on viola. Larsen A + Evah Pirazzi D/G/C; Jargar A + Dominant; Evah Pirazzi A + Spirocore G/C; Magnacore A + Passione. SoundsGood will recommend tested combinations for your instrument.

What's the difference between Larsen viola A-strings?

Original A (~$40) — standard. Magnacore A (~$54) — premium for solo. Soloist A — for solo, darker tone. Il Cannone A — more powerful. Most teachers recommend Original; for solo career — Magnacore.

Which strings for baroque viola?

Gut. Pirastro Chorda Viola (~$222) — unwound gut on A/D. Pirastro Eudoxa Viola (~$174) — wound gut. Tuning A=415 Hz or 392 Hz. Sensitive to climate.

How often should I change viola strings?

Professional — every 2-3 months (especially A). Conservatory student — 4-6 months. Amateur, music-school pupil — once a year. Often you can replace just the A (wears first).

Which A-strings last longest?

Steel: Chromcor, Helicore — 8-12 months. Chrome Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Chrome A — 4-6 months. Larsen Original A — 4-5 months. Aluminium synthetic (Dominant) — 3-4 months. Gut — 4-6 weeks.

Do you sell viola strings individually?

Yes. Most often violists replace A (wears first) or C (most demanding). Individual prices: A ~$33-56, D ~$36-58, G ~$40-67, C ~$49-84.

Do you sell strings for fractional violas (1/2, 3/4, 12", 13")?

Yes. Children's viola: Pirastro Tonica New Formula (1/2, 3/4), For-Tune Opal Green Viola (12-13"), For-Tune Charm Kids. Standard adult range — 15", 15.5", 16", 16.5", 17".

Prozorro tenders for music schools?

Yes. SoundsGood supplies viola strings via Prozorro for music schools, music colleges, conservatories, orchestras. Most popular school package — Pirastro Tonica or Thomastik Alphayue/Dominant Viola in children's and adult sizes.

Where can I buy viola strings in Kyiv?

SoundsGood — 15 Olzhycha St. (Dorohozhychi metro). Most series of Pirastro, Thomastik, Larsen, Jargar, D'Addario, Warchal — for violas of all sizes. Expert string-specialist advice. Nova Poshta delivery. Phone +380 (73) 060 01 01.

🏆 Why SoundsGood for Viola Strings

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All viola sizes

12"-17", children's and adult, Standard and Long

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World brands

Pirastro, Thomastik, Larsen, Jargar, Warchal, D'Addario

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A-strings individually

Larsen, Jargar, Evah Pirazzi separately — most common replacement

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String specialist advice

Classic combinations for your viola and repertoire

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Prozorro tenders

For music schools, colleges, conservatories, orchestras

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Fast delivery

Nova Poshta from 1 day across Ukraine

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Luthier workshop

String installation, bridge/soundpost adjustment

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Kyiv showroom

15 Olzhycha St. — compare series in person

📞 Contact SoundsGood

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+380 (73) 060 01 01 — Kyiv

+380 (97) 667 14 43 — Lviv

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