D'ADDARIO STRING ONLY (A) FOR VIOLA PRELUDE "MEDIUM SCALE" TENSION MEDIUM

Prelude: a study reference favored by teachers

The D'Addario Prelude range has established itself as a standard for learning thanks to a simple and effective approach: a pure steel core for stability, good longevity, and a tone designed to remain pleasant to the ear even on a student instrument. This A string follows this logic: a reliable, consistent choice that meets the needs of the vast majority of violists, especially in school settings, conservatories, and daily practice.

Intended use and player profile

This Prelude A string is particularly suited for beginners and intermediate musicians seeking an easy-to-handle, stable, and forgiving string. Its behavior is well suited to styles where consistency is key: classical, study repertoire, chamber music, and orchestra. The Medium tension aims for balance: comfortable feel under the fingers, good projection, and ease of bow response without requiring advanced technique.

Sound characteristics

Thanks to its steel core, this string delivers a clear attack and a quick bow response, useful for working on intonation and clean articulation. The aluminum winding adds clarity and contributes to a warm tone for a study string, while maintaining good nuance definition. Another major advantage is its stability : it reacts little to humidity and temperature changes, limiting unpleasant surprises in daily use.

Recommended compatible accessories

Technical specifications

Format	4/4	Category	Alto
Tension	Medium	Nbr of strings	1
Type of cord attachment	Ball end

Instrument	viola	Resistance to temperature and humidity variations	yes
Scale	"Medium Scale"	Bow response	excellent
Compatible total viola length	38.1 to 40 cm	Packaging	individual waterproof anti-corrosion pouch
Compatible neck length	360 mm	Manufacturing	United States
String	A only	Quality control	high industry standards
Core	pure steel	Positioning	study string with warm sound, durable, good value for money
Winding	aluminum