D'ADDARIO SINGLE STRING (E) FOR VIOLIN PRELUDE NECK 1/4 TENSION MEDIUM
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- 1/4 Size designed for violin with 265 mm neck length (10" 1/2)
- Medium Tension : ideal balance between playing comfort, stability, and projection
- High carbon steel core plated with tin : crisp bow response and good durability
- Individual waterproof pouch : enhanced protection against corrosion
Manufacturer Information
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Prelude: A Popular Study Reference
The D'Addario Prelude series has established itself as a reliable choice for learning, notably due to its clear positioning: offering a reliable, durable, and consistent string while remaining affordable. Designed and manufactured in the USA, Prelude strings undergo strict quality controls, contributing to their consistency from one playing session to another.
Intended Use and Player
This E string is primarily aimed at beginner and intermediate violinists equipped with a 1/4 size violin. The Medium tension suits the vast majority of students: it facilitates intonation, remains comfortable under the fingers, and maintains good tuning stability. Ideal for study repertoire, school orchestra, as well as styles seeking a direct response (classical, traditional music).
Sound Characteristics
With its steel core, this Prelude E string favors a quick and predictable bow response, a major asset for working on intonation and attack. The tin-plated steel contributes to a stable playing feel and a sound leaning towards a warm tone for a study string, while retaining the necessary clarity in the upper register. Another important advantage: it is insensitive to temperature and humidity changes, helping to maintain consistent behavior on a daily basis.
Technical specifications
| Format | 1/4 | Category | Violine |
| Tension | Medium | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | ||
| Compatible instrument | 1/4 violin | Behavior | insensitive to temperature and humidity changes |
| Compatible neck length | 265 mm (10" 1/2) | Packaging | individual waterproof pouch (anti-corrosion protection) |
| String | E (single string) | Manufacture | USA |
| Core | pure steel | Quality control | industry demanding standards |
| Material | high carbon steel plated with tin | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is this E string suitable for a 1/4 size violin?
This string is designed for a 1/4 size violin, with a fingerboard length of 265 mm (10" 1/2).
What type of attachment is used for the D'Addario Prelude 1/4 Medium E string?
The end features a ball-end attachment. This setup fits tailpieces designed for ball-end strings.
What sound does the steel core of this E string produce?
The pure steel core and tin plating promote a quick response to the bow. The tone retains clarity in the high register, with a warm sound suitable for a student string.
Is the Medium tension suitable for learning the violin?
The Medium tension is intended for most beginner and intermediate students. It provides comfortable playability and tuning stability suited for intonation practice. This string can be used for study repertoire or in school orchestras.
Is the Prelude string resistant to humidity variations?
Its construction from high-carbon steel plated with tin is claimed to be minimally affected by temperature and humidity changes.
