Thomastik STRINGS CONTRABASSES SPIROCORE SPIRAL CORE SET X 3886,0
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A Standard Appreciated by Double Bassists
Designed as a "safe bet" choice, these strings aim for a balance between playing comfort and stability. Their design emphasizes quick response and long-lasting tuning, sought after in solo as well as ensemble playing.
Intended Use and Player Level
This set is intended for intermediate to advanced double bassists who use a solo tuning and want medium tension to maintain flexibility under the fingers. Suitable for classical, contemporary contexts, and passages alternating between bowing and pizzicato.
Sound Characteristics
The flexible multi-strand core promotes a quick response and long vibration, useful for legato bowing as well as more singing pizzicato. The low inertia helps achieve precise articulation while maintaining a comfortable touch.
Technical specifications
| Format | 3/4 |
| Tension | Medium |
| Type of cord attachment | Loop end |
| Category | double bass |
| Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Material | Spiral core |
| Special feature | medium scale |
| Color | Grey |
| Instrument | double bass |
| Size | 3/4 |
| Compatible scale length | 1,040 to 1,060 mm (41 to 41.7 inches) |
| Tuning | solo |
| Core | flexible, multi-strand spiral winding |
| Objective | long musical vibration period, low inertia |
| La (A) | 32.0 kg (70.5 lb) |
| Mi (E) | 33.0 kg (72.8 lb) |
| Si (B) | 33.0 kg (72.8 lb) |
| Fa dièse (F#) | 33.0 kg (72.8 lb) |
| Do dièse (C#) | 34.0 kg (75.0 lb) |
| Set | 4 strings |
| Included strings | La (A), Mi (E), Si (B), Fa dièse (F#) |
| Total tension (4-string set) | 131.0 kg (288.9 lb) |
Questions frequently asked
Are these strings compatible with a 3/4 double bass?
The set is designed for a 3/4 size double bass, with a suitable scale length between 1,040 and 1,060 mm. The term medium scale corresponds to this vibrating string length range.
What tuning is intended for the Thomastik Spirocore Solo 3/4 set?
The intended tuning is solo tuning. The set of 4 strings includes A, E, B, and F# strings.
What is the tension of the Spirocore Solo 3/4?
The total announced tension is 131.0 kg for all four strings. The A string is rated at 32.0 kg, while the E, B, and F# strings each reach 33.0 kg. The C# string tension is indicated as 34.0 kg, although it is not part of the included set.
What type of tailpiece attachment is used on these double bass strings?
The string ends have loops. This type of attachment must correspond to the tailpiece system installed on the double bass.
What sound and response do these strings offer for bowing and pizzicato?
The flexible multi-strand spiral core promotes quick response and long musical sustain. The low inertia contributes to precise articulation both when bowed and in singing pizzicato.
