No, viola strings are not the same as violin strings. Viola strings are thicker than violin strings, which gives them a deeper, richer sound. They are also tuned to a lower pitch than violin strings.
You can use a violin D string on a viola, but it will be a bit too small. It will work in a pinch, but it's not ideal.
The viola is a musical instrument that is played with a bow. It is similar to the violin, but it is larger and has a lower pitch. The viola has four strings, which are tuned to the following pitches: C, G, D, and A. The C string is the lowest-pitched string, and the A string is the highest-pitched string. The viola is held between the legs, and the bow is held in the right hand. The left hand is used to stop the strings and to change the pitch. The viola is a member
If you're looking to purchase a viola for a beginner, you can expect to spend anywhere from $100-$300. The price will depend on the quality of the instrument, as well as any extra features it may have. For instance, a viola with a built-in tuner will likely be more expensive than one without. Ultimately, the best way to determine how much you should spend on a beginner viola is to consult with a music instructor or instrument retailer.
4.6/5
Full Set includes Ball-End Aluminum Wound/Synthetic Core A, Ball-End Aluminum Wound/Synthetic Core D, Ball-End Silver Wound/Synthetic Core G, and Ball-End Silver Wound/Synthetic Core C
for up to 16.5 inch viola
Medium guage
$234
I'm using Chinese viola strings, which provide an unusually deep tone for this instrument. I'm overjoyed with these strings. Although they sound rich, they feel gentle in your fingers. Particularly lovely is the A string. The G, which I find does not sound as round as the C, is the one I like the least. It might be the soundpost for my viola. I consider this to be a fantastic product for the money.
4.3/5
4/4 size
Tailpiece end with gold and black silking
A string has a steel core with chrome-steel winding
Ball end strings; A string has a removable ball
Peg end silking: A-black, D-rose, G-brown, C-light violet
$234
Reviewing a set of strings for an instrument is like to reading an online auto review. Until you give them a try, you can't truly understand how they feel. What I will say is that the sound was significantly more resonant on my specific viola. Although the D is average and the A is a little monotonous, this is especially true of the C
4.1/5
Medium Gauge
Set Includes all removable ball end Chrome steel/steel a, Chrome steel/steel D, Chrome steel/steel G and Chrome steel/steel C strings
Full set
All 4 strings have a Chrome steel winding with solid steel core and are removable ball end
Up to 16.5" viola
$234
projective, sharp, and transparent Tone has a lot of upper midrange. enlivens a gloomy viola.Very moderate tension feels moderate. Although it may have been a too high for my viola, Jargar strings are always a good choice. In the beginning, I used Jargar strings on my cello, which helped to enhance the tone. Currently, I use a variety of cello strings, but for my viola, a set of Jargar strings performed significantly better than your Dominants from the dollar store!
4/5
Stranded steel core provides optimum playability and produces a clear, warm tone
Versatile string that works well for a wide variety of playing styles and instruments
All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm)
Medium tension
$234
What I needed was this E string. My four-year-old daughter has just started a Suzuki violin program. I needed a violin so I could practice with her. I already owned a viola and, as a viola player, I didn't want to have to pay a monthly rental fee for a violin. Even the existence of an E string for a viola was unknown to me. After a brief Amazon search, I discovered this. I placed the order right away. Given that my viola is a 15 1/8" size, I was a little concerned that this could be too large. So far, everything is good! I knew I would need to have it at a high tension to fit my viola, so I got the high tension. Good sound quality! On my viola, it sounds much better than I had anticipated and is incredibly rich.
4/5
Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability
All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
Long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm)
Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available
Medium tension
$234
They came promptly and were properly packed. This particular brand of strings does not occasionally have lumps in the thread winding or ragged ends like some other cheap strings do. They last around 9 months before all the strings start to make a dead sound. They are simple to put on, durable, and don't break easily.
3.9/5
Its radiance and ability to project sound without being metallic comes to the fore both in Arco and pizzicato passage
Made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core
Effortless response to intricate fingering and its tuning stability even under extreme atmospheric conditions
Provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity
The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones
$234
My go-to strings are always dominant ones. My G and C strings were creaking in an unnatural way (also dominants but the set was nearly a year old). The issue was quickly resolved with new strings! After almost two weeks of playing on them, they are finally beginning to settle down enough for me to stop tuning all the time. Since all strings do that, this set's intonation consistency has been a tiny bit less than my previous set's, but I'm not concerned about it. They are very strong, solid strings that provide an excellent overall tone.
3.9/5
up to 16.5" Viola
Full Set includes All Ball-End Chromesteel/Steel A , Silver/Synthetic D, Silver/Synthetic G, Tungsten-Silver/Synthetic C
Medium Gauge
$234
I recently applied for a festival and was eagerly approved for an audition. In the business world, these strings are highly regarded. As these strings are described in the Pirastro catalog:The power string is described as being "the most intense and powerful; brilliant and complex in sound; widest dynamic range; emphasizing the individual sound picture of each instrument; outstanding response; immediately playable; perfect set harmony; resistant to changes in temperature and humidity; and A synthetic/alum: warm sound, easy response."from[...]I completely concur with the aforementioned.
3.9/5
Zyex synthetic core produces a rich, warm tone
Medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm)
Medium tension
All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Short break-in time and excellent bow response provides superb playability and a broad tonal palette
$234
Four of the five strings on my Yamaha SV-255 5-string electric violin are Zyex, however the C string is Helicore, which sounds muddy even at lower settings. It's even impossible to tune it properly because the dynamics cause the pitch to shift. I discovered that the "small scale viola" strings from D'Addario are almost identical to violin scale length. The "small scale viola" C string performs admirably, sounds warm and energetic like the other Zyex strings on my violin, and retains its pitch as it should despite the fact that a C string for violin is not available in Zyex.
3.8/5
Educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, economy, and durability
All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
Medium tension
Solid steel core optimized to create the warmest-sounding student strings available
Medium-scale viola (body length 15-16 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm)
$234
Strings for the viola are pricey, particularly when first learning the instrument. We encounter more broken strings than a storm's web of spiders. I've always used D'Addario strings on my guitars, so I'm happy that the quality is maintained in our purchase of a viola.I'll come back for more, and probably more as well.
The cost of changing viola strings can range depending on the type of strings and how many are needed. Generally, a set of four strings will cost between $30-$100. The process of changing viola strings is not difficult, but it does require some basic knowledge of the instrument.
No, viola is not difficult to learn. In fact, it is often considered one of the easiest instruments to learn.
The viola is the larger instrument of the two and is therefore slightly easier to hold and play. The violin is tuned to a higher pitch than the viola, making it more difficult to produce a full, rich sound. The viola has a more mellow, dark tone than the violin.
There are four strings on a viola. They are tuned in perfect fifths, starting with a low C. The C string is the thickest and lowest sounding string, while the A string is the thinnest and highest sounding string.
A viola player is someone who plays the viola, which is a string instrument similar to the violin but with a lower, deeper sound.
A 6 string violin is also known as a viola. It is a string instrument with six strings that is tuned in fifths. It is larger than a violin and has a lower pitch.
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