Thomastik 1/8 STRINGS VIOLIN VISION SYNTHETIC CORE SET 1/8 VI1001/8
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Thomastik
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A European design focused on versatility
Manufactured in Europe, these strings strike a balance between playing comfort and precision. They are designed to offer a focused timbre while remaining sufficiently "open" to blend easily into an existing setup, especially with other steel strings.
For which musician and usage?
This 1/8 size set is intended for young violinists and student instruments, from beginner to intermediate level. The medium tension facilitates sound production and helps maintain good intonation, both in classical and school repertoire.
Sound characteristics
The synthetic core provides a flexible response and a rounder tone than an all-steel set, while retaining a clear, focused, and open sound. The E string made of multi-layered tin-plated steel promotes a crisp attack and strong presence in the upper register, useful for maintaining definition on a 1/8 violin.
Technical specifications
| Format | 1/8 |
| Tension | Medium |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end |
| Category | Violine |
| Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Special feature | removable ball |
| Instrument | violin |
| Size | 1/8 |
| Average tension of the set | 16.8 kp / 37 lbs |
| Core | plastic (synthetic) |
| E string | multi-layered tin-plated steel |
| Winding | aluminum or pure silver (depending on the string) |
| Ball end | removable |
| Origin | Made in Europe |
| Compatibility | can be combined with many other steel strings |
Questions frequently asked
Are these Vision strings suitable for a 1/8 violin?
This set is designed in the 1/8 size and includes four violin strings. Its total medium tension is 16.8 kp, or 37 lbs.
What sound do the Thomastik Vision VI100 1/8 strings produce?
The synthetic core promotes a flexible response and a rounder tone than a fully steel set. The timbre remains clear, focused, and open.
Is the E string ball-end or loop-end?
The E string has a removable ball, allowing for ball-end or loop-end attachment depending on the fine tuner type. It is made of multi-layered tin-plated steel for a crisp attack in the high register.
For what level of violinist is this set suitable?
This reference is aimed at young violinists and student instruments, from beginner to intermediate level. The medium tension facilitates sound production and intonation stability in classical or school repertoire.
Can these strings be mixed with steel strings?
They can be combined with many steel strings. The windings are made of aluminum or pure silver depending on the specific string.
