Detail 01
Multi-strand nylon core
Highly flexible construction intended for players uncomfortable with steel strings.
Product detailSKU #1274115037581
ThomastikDominant Viola Strings 15+ in. D String, Silver
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A nylon-core Dominant D string for 15+ in. violas, voiced for a full, mellow sound with rich overtones and non-metallic projection.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Viola players who find steel strings uncomfortable
- Players seeking gut-like tone and response without gut’s stated drawbacks
- Arco and pizzicato playing requiring responsive, projecting tone
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking the longer-lasting tone stated for steel strings
- Violas smaller than 15 in.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Tone and projection
Full, mellow sound with rich overtones and projection without a metallic character.
Detail 03
Tuning stability
Stated to remain stable even under extreme atmospheric conditions.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your viola is 15+ in. and that you need a D string.
- 02This is a silver-wound, multi-strand nylon-core string.
- 03The supplied product data notes that its tonal beauty does not last as long as that of a steel string and recommends changing strings at appropriate intervals.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What instrument and size is this string for?
It is a D string for viola sizes 15+ in.
02What is the core and winding material?
It has a highly flexible multi-strand nylon core and silver winding.
03How does it sound?
The supplied description characterizes it as full and mellow, rich in overtones, radiant, and projecting without sounding metallic.
04How long does its tone last?
The description says its beauty of tone is not as long lasting as that of a steel string and recommends changing Dominant strings at appropriate intervals.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
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