D'ADDARIO 4/4 HELICORE CELLO SINGLE A STRING SCALE MEDIUM TENSION

Name: 4/4 HELICORE CELLO SINGLE A STRING SCALE MEDIUM TENSION
Brand: D'ADDARIO
SKU: 131277
Price: 30.00 EUR
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Information

Essential Information About the D'Addario Helicore 4/4 Medium A String for Cello
• Single A string for 4/4 cello, designed for great playing versatility with Medium tension.
• Multi-strand steel core : excellent stability, immediate response, and consistent playing feel.
• Titanium winding on the A string, for clear articulation and good projection.
• Clear and warm tone, with quick bow response and reliable tuning stability.

4/4 HELICORE CELLO SINGLE A STRING SCALE MEDIUM TENSION

30,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

Helicore: a modern string that has become a benchmark at D'Addario

The Helicore series has established itself as a reliable choice for cellists seeking a balance between playing comfort, precision, and longevity. Thanks to its multi-filament steel core design, this string aims for well-controlled tension and a consistent response on the instrument. At Medium tension, it meets the needs of the vast majority of musicians, offering an ideal compromise between ease of sound production and tonal richness.

Intended use and musician profile

This Helicore A string is suitable for both beginner cellists looking for a stable and responsive string and for intermediate and advanced players seeking a reliable daily string. It is particularly well-suited for orchestral work, chamber music, and classical repertoire, while remaining comfortable in more modern contexts thanks to its crisp attack and good clarity.

Tone

With its multi-strand steel core, the Helicore A emphasizes quick response and easy sound production, especially appreciated with the bow: the attack is direct, the sustain is stable, and the sound maintains excellent definition. The smaller diameter contributes to a responsive feel under the fingers while promoting precise articulation. The titanium winding on this A string provides a clear sonic signature, with effective projection and a readable upper register, without sacrificing the warmth sought by many cellists.

Technical specifications

Format	4/4
Tension	Medium
Type of cord attachment	Ball end

Category	Cello
Nbr of strings	1

Instrument	cello
Size	4/4
Compatible neck length	700 mm

String	A only
Series	D'Addario Helicore
Core	multi-strand steel
Winding	titanium (on the A string)

Response	quick with the bow
Tonal character	clear and warm
Stability	excellent tuning stability
Manufacture	USA
Quality control	rigorous quality checks

Questions frequently asked

Is this A string compatible with a 4/4 cello?

This string is designed for a 4/4 size cello with a fingerboard length of 700 mm. Its ball end allows proper installation fitting this type of setup.

What sound does the titanium wrap bring to a cello A string?

The titanium wrap of this A string promotes a clear upper register and effective projection. The tonal character remains warm, with good definition when played with the bow.

Does the D'Addario Helicore Medium A respond quickly to the bow?

Thanks to its multi-strand steel core and smaller diameter, the response to the bow is fast. The attack is direct and the articulation remains precise.

For which levels is the Helicore Medium A string suitable?

The Medium tension meets the needs of most cellists. It is aimed at beginners as well as intermediate and advanced players looking for a stable everyday string.