Pirastro Violin Strings

Pirastro Violin Strings are celebrated for their superior craftsmanship, tonal versatility, and commitment to quality. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate player, or a seasoned professional, Pirastro offers strings that cater to a wide range of playing styles and musical needs. From the synthetic brilliance of Evah Pirazzi to the traditional warmth of gut strings like Oliv and Passione, Pirastro has meticulously crafted strings that allow each violinist to find their perfect sound. With a dedication to both innovation and tradition, Pirastro continues to lead the market in violin string development.

For violinists seeking bright and powerful projection, the Evah Pirazzi strings stand out with their synthetic core and dynamic response. Meanwhile, the Obligato strings, known for their synthetic core that mimics gut, deliver a warmer, more balanced tone. Players in search of the authentic sound of gut strings will find excellent options in Passione, with its gut core and silver winding, or the renowned Gold Label, prized for its brilliant E string. Whether you’re exploring the classic warmth of gut or the responsive clarity of synthetic materials, Pirastro offers a wide range of choices for every violinist.

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Evah Pirazzi violin strings are known for their bright, responsive sound, with a synthetic/composite core. These strings come in three gauges: Weich (Light), Medium, and Heavy. They are an excellent choice for violinists seeking powerful projection and dynamic expression.

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Evah Pirazzi Gold combines the brilliance of the original Evah Pirazzi with a touch of warmth. These strings feature a synthetic core and are known for their exceptional tonal range, making them ideal for soloists looking for both clarity and warmth.

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Obligato strings feature a synthetic core that mimics the sound of gut strings without the maintenance issues. Known for their warm, rich sound with excellent complexity and resonance, Obligato strings suit a wide range of musical styles.

The Pirastro Passione Set features a vibrant, symmetrical design with vertical stripes in shades of blue, purple, green, and pink. The top displays the word "Passione," complemented by intricate black scrollwork and a central emblem of crossed key and sword.

Passione strings are gut-core strings wrapped with silver, delivering a full, round sound with a wide range of tonal colors. These strings come in five different tensions, making them highly customizable to suit your instrument’s needs.

Passione Solo strings are designed for soloists who need power, projection, and brilliance. Like the regular Passione strings, they feature a gut core but with more emphasis on projection and a quicker response.

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Gold Label strings are a long-standing favorite among players, featuring a gut core and offering that signature Pirastro E string known for its brilliance and power. These strings are ideal for violinists seeking a classic gut sound.

Ornate packaging for Pirastro Chorda violin strings. Includes decorative borders with gold accents. Text indicates "seit 1798," "Violine," and "Handmade in Germany.

Pirastro’s Chorda strings are authentic plain gut strings, perfect for Baroque music. These strings are hand-crafted and offer the open, warm sound characteristic of historical instruments.

Eudoxa violin strings feature a traditional gut core with metal wrapping, delivering a warm, complex sound. Available in various gauges, Eudoxa strings are suitable for both chamber and orchestral music.

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Piranito violin strings feature a steel core and are designed for students or players on a budget. Known for their bright, clear sound without any metallic harshness, they are durable, responsive, and offer excellent value, making them a popular choice for schools and rental instruments.

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Tonica strings feature a nylon core, producing a lively, well-rounded sound with great balance across all four strings. They respond easily to any bowing style and are known for their reduced background noise, making them suitable for both professional and student violinists. Tonica strings are available in various sizes and offer a consistent, reliable performance.

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Oliv strings are gut-core strings that provide a rich, complex sound, celebrated for their noble, brilliant tone. These finely crafted, hand-polished strings are available in a wide variety of gauges and are designed to offer violinists a broad palette of tonal colors. The silver D-string variation delivers a richer overtone series and a quicker response compared to the gold-aluminum option, giving players the flexibility to tailor their sound.