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Violin Strings

D’Addario offers a wide selection of violin strings designed to meet the needs of every player—from students to seasoned orchestral performers. Whether you're looking for warm, rich tones or quick bow response, our violin string collections deliver exceptional sound and consistency.

What Artists Are Saying

Lindsey Stirling

"My violin actually had a consistent squeak that happened when I played the opened E string. When I switched to a Helicore E string from D'Addario, I was amazed that the squeak went away. I can now get lost in my performances."

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Anastasiia Mazurok

"Kaplan Amo has been my favorite set of strings for years. I love that they do not need much time to stretch and could be a last-minute save. They provide a combination of beautiful tone, brightness and depth — all the essential qualities I look for in my concert strings."

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Annabelle Bertholme-Reynolds

"When D'Addario Kaplan Vivo came out, we exulted. Everything was there. Intensity combined with finesse and emotion — and what emotion. An immense success!"

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Julie Lyonn Liberman

"Helicore strings provide a rich tone, last a long time, break in quickly, yield a quick response, and bring all my violins to life in a consistent fashion."

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Violin String FAQs

Violin String Notes

The strings on a violin are E, A, D, and G, in order from highest to lowest.
How Many Strings does a Violin have?

The violin has four strings.
What Are Violin Strings Made of?

Most violin strings fall into one of three categories: gut, synthetic, and steel. The oldest known type of violin string is “gut,” which literally refers to the small intestines of sheep or cows. Nowadays, it’s much more common for strings to be made from steel or a synthetic (often nylon) blend of fibers.
How do I Choose the Right Violin Strings?

Your strings are the voice of your instrument, so choose them with care. Think about your playing level, your preferred sound, and how you want your violin to respond.

Beginners often benefit from violin strings, like Prelude or Ascenté, that stay in tune and last through daily practice, while advancing players might look for more nuance, projection, or tonal warmth, like Kaplan or Zyex. If you’re exploring different styles, don’t be afraid to experiment. Sometimes the right set is the one that surprises you.
What Makes D’Addario Violin Strings Unique?

Every D’Addario violin string starts with precision engineering and ends with performance you can trust. We combine advanced digital winding technology with rigorous quality control, so every set of violin strings feels and sounds exactly as it should. From first lessons to studios, practice spaces, and concert stages with a full ensemble, our strings are designed to bring out the best in your playing. That means consistent tone, reliable tuning, and a range of options to suit any style or skill level.