10 best violas

Product description

This is a very beautiful 14'' size upgrade student viola starter kit that comes complete with one Brazilwood bow, a high quality lightweight viola case and accessories. This viola is made of finest solid maple wood, set up and ready to play. This viola has beautiful inlaid purfling, and pegs, chinrest are made from ebony wood. Tailpiece is made alloy with four high quality built in fine tuner. Bow has double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair. Straight and well balanced. Lightweight triangular case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment, cases has two bow holders and a matching blanket. 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects.

• This is a very beautiful 14'' size upgrade student viola starter kit that comes complete with one Brazilwood bow, a high quality lightweight viola case and accessories.
• This viola is made of finest solid maple wood, set up and ready to play. This viola has beautiful inlaid purfling, and pegs, chinrest are made from ebony wood. Tailpiece is made alloy with four high quality built in fine tuner.
• Bow has double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair. Straight and well balanced.
• Lightweight triangular case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment, cases has two bow holders and a matching blanket.

User questions & answers

Question:	Are the bridge and strings already setup
Answer:	We just took it out of the box! The strings were attached but the bridge required set up. Instructions were provided. Overall it was pretty easy. I expect the music teacher will help our granddaughter with tuning to be sure everything is correct.
Question:	Does the shoulder rest in the picture come with this viola
Answer:	Yes it comes with the shoulder rest.

Product features

Paititi Upgrade Solid Wood Ebony Fitted Viola Outfit

Upgrade Material

This out fit is a great upgrade from our regular student model violas, it has all ebony pegs and chinrest, alloy tailpiece with built-in fine tuners, it has oil-varnish with smooth surface. Wood used on viola has been dried for more than 15 years.

Package comes with case, bow rosin and shoulder rest.

All Ebony Pegs

Easy to tune and stay in tune.

Beautiful Matt Finish

Classic and elegant.

Ebony Chinrest

Durable and soft on skin.

Tailpiece w Built-in Tuners

Light and Precise.

Notes to New Players

1. Viola need to be tuned every time before playing. When tuning, push pegs inward so the peg stay in place, sometimes extra force is needed to keep the pegs from slipping.

2. For the first time, bow need to be rosined for 5 minutes (or 30-50 full passes), and after every 4-6 hours practice, rosin need to be reapplied.

3. Loose bow hair each time after playing, and tighten your bow by gently tuning the tension screw.

4. After playing the viola, gently clean it with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth to remove rosin build-up on the strings and any dust, oil or sweat.

5. If you need professional instructions, please feel free to reach out to us, we are always here to help.

Product description

The Allegro viola is fitted with a grade-A ebony fingerboard, ebony pegs and an anodized aluminum alloy fine tuner tailpiece. These features make the viola a great student value.

• Solid Hand Carved Spruce Top
• Solid Hand Carved Maple Back, Sides & Neck
• Ebony Fittings
• Inlaid Purfling
• Ebony Frog Bow & Featherweight Case

Product description

Introductions:

A high quality acoustic viola set must assist all violists in playing soft and deep melody. Here we're pleased to offer you this 16" Acoustic Viola Case Bow Rosin, among which the viola is made of top grade natural wood to guarantee little deformation and cracking to the maximum extent. And the superior rear panel with even texture delivers easy vibration and quick sound conducting. Moreover, our acoustic viola set adopts skilled and fine craftsmanship so that you can get a perfect hand feel once you play with it. Good music starts from this nice viola set!

Features:

1. 16" in size, suitable for the adults

2. The viola is made of top grade natural wood to guarantee little deformation and cracking to the maximum extent

3. Include an acoustic viola, case, bow and rosin in a pack

4. Superior rear panel with even texture delivers easy vibration and quick sound conducting

5. Adopt skilled and fine craftsmanship and offer you a perfect hand feel

Specifications:

1. Viola Color: Nature Color

2. Weight: 59.97oz / 1700g

3. Rosin Dimensions: 1.88 x 1.22 x 0.62"

4. Face Dimensions: 16.14 x 9.45 x 3.14"

5. Bow Length: 29.13"

6. Viola Dimensions: 26.77 x 9.45 x 3.14"

7. Case Dimensions: 33.66 x 11.41 x 6.10"

8. Back Material: Basswood

9. Side Material: Basswood

10. Face Material: Basswood

11. Fingerboard Material: Aluminium Alloy

12. Top Material: Maple

13. Chin Rest Material: Blacked Wood

14. Tuning Peg Material: Blacked Wood

15. End Pin Material: Blacked Wood

16. Viola Bow Material: Arbor

17. Viola Bridge Material: Maple

18. Size: 16"

Package Includes:

1 x Viola

1 x Case

1 x Bow

1 x Rosin

• 16" in size, suitable for the adults Include an acoustic viola, case, bow and rosin in a pack
• The viola is made of top grade natural wood to guarantee little deformation and cracking to the maximum extent
• Superior rear panel with even texture delivers easy vibration and quick sound conducting
• Adopt skilled and fine craftsmanship and offer you a perfect hand feel
• Assist all violists in playing soft and deep melody A perfect gift for music lovers

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it come with a bridge and strings? I noticed other sellers specifically say they do but not this seller
Answer:	Absolutely, but you have to set the bridge yourself. You can Google a how to video for setting a bridge on a Viola.
Question:	Does it come built
Answer:	You will have to put the bridge in place and tune it up.
Question:	Does it come already built
Answer:	If what you mean is does it come with the bridge already set, then no. It comes with strings loose and the bridge is wrapped separately.
Question:	Where's the name brand and serial number
Answer:	Lykos 2.7 out of 5 stars 9 Reviews Back to School Basswood Acoustic Viola + Case + Bow + Rosin Xmas (16", Natural)
Question:	can you plug it into a amp because the images do not show a jack
Answer:	Yes. There are 3 sockets on the back of violin. One is "Line out" (for amp). One is "Mic" and one is "Phones". The Included cord for the amp is a little over 9 feet and is decent quality. There is no static backround noise and my violin comes in clear. *In the stock photo the amp cable is to the right of the headphones.
Question:	How can I plug it to my laptop? There is a chord but it doesn't fit the computer outlet
Answer:	It has a quarter inch plug, look for either an A to D connector, or (more easily a rocksmith cable) a USB interface. Electric instruments are almost all the same you'll never have the same sound as an acoustic. But it will give you a unique and interesting sound. Especially at this price point.
Question:	how quiet is it? I would be practicing during my toddlers nap time and need it to be very very quiet/silent with out an amp or head phones
Answer:	I get about 81 dB playing open strings. It’s not so quiet.
Question:	Does the kit come with strings attached or must you string them yourself
Answer:	The strings come attached. In fact, as soon as my violin came in, I took it to my local music store (who strung my acoustic violin) to have him check it out to see if the violin and strings are of good quality. He thought is was decent quality. I couldn't be happier with it, especially for the price. When you first get it, you will have to re-tune the strings every 10 minutes or so while you are playing, but after about a week of re-tuning (and it does need tuning less frequently with time) you are good to go. It doesn't hold a tune as well as my acoustic...I tune it before I begin playing usually, but it does hold well and the sound is fantastic. You can play it through an amp or into headphones and I think the sound quality is awesome. Hope this helps. :)

Product description

Teacher approved Cecilio CVA-500 viola features a hand carved solid spruce top and solid flamed maple back and sides. Finished with a beautiful satin antique finish and inlaid purfling. The CVA-500 viola is strung with a set of D'Addario Prelude Strings and is fitted with ebony fingerboard, pegs, chinrest, and tailpiece with nickel plated fine tuners. Viola package includes Cecilio chromatic tuner with metronome, a lightweight form fitting hard shell case with pockets and strap (making it convenient to carry to school or orchestra), a Brazil wood bow with unbleached genuine Mongolian horsehair, quality rosin cake, and a bridge. Buy with confidence as it comes with a 1- year warranty against any manufacturer's defects.

• Size 16 inch viola, solid hand-carved spruce top, flamed maple back & sides, beautiful inlaid purfling & satin antique finish
• Strung with D'Addario Prelude Strings (Note: Does not include extra set of strings.)
• Ebony fingerboard, pegs, chinrest, and tailpiece with 4 detachable nickel plated fine tuners
• Includes: Cecilio chromatic tuner, a lightweight hard case, a Brazilwood bow with unbleached genuine Mongolian horsehair, quality rosin cake, and a bridge
• 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer's Defects

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the used product have the same return policy as the new
Answer:	The company is based in California, BUT they have their instruments manufactured in China. I am considering buying a viola from them, but I will not buy a horn from them again. They won't sell you replacement parts and the valves went bad just after the 1-year warranty expired. :-/ It's a risk, but the instruments are so inexpensive, might be worth it.
Question:	How do I select a 15.5" viola? I don't see a button for different sizes
Answer:	I am not sure. My son is 5"2 if that helps any. It is one size too big for him. I got it big so he will grow into it
Question:	When shilped (is the bridge set - in place ) where it belongs
Answer:	It comes with back straps to be used as a backpack. After a months use, the straps broke. Not very sturdy. The instrument itself is a good starter instrument.
Question:	What Is The Smalles Size Available
Answer:	14"MA-White viola has been discontinued.
Question:	where is this item made
Answer:	No It's 13 in MA250 viola mendini.
Question:	How long should your arm be to play this? my arm is 22 in
Answer:	The brown is a spray paint finish.
Question:	Does the case come with a strap
Answer:	15"MA-Black has been discontinued.
Question:	When will you get a 14inch white viola?... how often do you restock
Answer:	14"MA-White viola has been discontinued.
Question:	Is this a 1/32 violin
Answer:	No It's 13 in MA250 viola mendini.
Question:	Is the brown a brown paint or a stain on the viola
Answer:	The brown is a spray paint finish.
Question:	Will you have a 15" black vioila before Christmas
Answer:	15"MA-Black has been discontinued.

Product features

Mendini Viola

The Mendini viola has an impressive quality for the price, and is a remarkably affordable option for students who have never played the viola before and want to try it out for the first time. Here at Cecilio Musical Instruments, we understand that students have unique and diverse preferences. To better serve this diversity, our Mendini MA series of violas offers a wide variety of colors to choose from at exceptionally affordable prices. Both of our Mendini MA250 and Mendini MA350 violas have the same specifications and quality, but they differ in the type of finish used and the character of sound each one produces. The MA350 has a mellow and warm tone with a soft satin varnish finish to match, and the MA250 has a bright and vibrant tone and finish. Mendini viola includes a lightweight form fitting hard, a Brazilwood bow with unbleached genuine Mongolian horsehair, rosin, and a bridge making this package a great deal for beginners.

How to choose viola sizes

Our violas are available in 7 different sizes: 16.5", 16" (also known as full size), 15.5", 15", 14", 13" and 12". 16.5" viola is the biggest and 12" viola is the smallest. Most adults use 16" violas.

To measure what size viola best suits you, you need to know the length between your neck and the middle of your left-hand palm (when your hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to your body, just like holding a violin). Most of the teachers prefer students to use the length from the neck to the wrist for measurement instead of the neck to mid-palm approach. The viola size determined by the neck/wrist approach would be the size that is more comfortable for students to hold. The viola size determined by the neck/mid-palm approach would be the biggest size students should use.

The following table lists the length of each viola size. Find your length using your preferred approach and use that to determine the size of viola to get.

Cecilio CVA-500 Viola

Teacher approved Cecilio CVA-500 viola features a hand carved solid spruce top and solid flamed maple back and sides. Finished with a beautiful satin antique finish and inlaid purfling. The CVA-500 viola is strung with a set of D'Addario Prelude Strings and is fitted with ebony fingerboard, pegs, chinrest, and tailpiece with nickel plated fine tuners. Viola package includes Cecilio chromatic tuner with metronome, a lightweight form fitting hard shell case with pockets and strap (making it convenient to carry to school or orchestra), a Brazilwood bow with unbleached genuine Mongolian horsehair, quality rosin cake, and a bridge. Buy with confidence as it comes with a 1- year warranty against any manufacturer's defects.

How to choose viola sizes

Our violas are available in 7 different sizes: 16.5", 16" (also known as full size), 15.5", 15", 14", 13" and 12". 16.5" viola is the biggest and 12" viola is the smallest. Most adults use 16" violas.

To measure what size viola best suits you, you need to know the length between your neck and the middle of your left-hand palm (when your hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to your body, just like holding a violin). Most of the teachers prefer students to use the length from the neck to the wrist for measurement instead of the neck to mid-palm approach. The viola size determined by the neck/wrist approach would be the size that is more comfortable for students to hold. The viola size determined by the neck/mid-palm approach would be the biggest size students should use.

The following table lists the length of each viola size. Find your length using your preferred approach and use that to determine the size of viola to get.

Product description

These viola strings are manufactured with the most stringent quality control, the manufactory have more than 15 years experience for musical instruments. They are made from durable materials, with high quality steel core, nickel chromium wound, nickel-plated ball end. They can produce a clear warm tone and beautiful sound, it is a good choice for learner & player & performer of viola.





Viola strings Specifications:

A-1st

Materials: steel core nickel chromium wound Diameter: 0.01inch(0.25mm)

D-2nd

Materials: steel core nickel chromium wound Diameter: 0.014inch(0.36mm)

G-3rd

Materials: steel core nickel chromium wound Diameter: 0.021inch(0.53mm)

C-4th

Materials: steel core nickel chromium wound Diameter: 0.028inch(0.71mm)



1 Package including:2 sets viola strings（ 4pcs strings for each set）.

Package size for 1 set:10.8cm x 10.5cm x 0.24cm



Guarantee: Our customer service will be on line for 24 hours, if you have any quality problems, you can contact our customer service, we will re-ship or refund to you as soon as possible.

• 【2 FULL SETS VIOLA STRINGS:】 Come with 2 full sets of viola strings, A-1st & D-2nd & G-3rd & C-4th for each set.
• 【HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS:】With high quality steel core, nickel chromium wound, nickel-plated ball end, they are durable.
• 【WELL MANUFACTURED:】These viola strings are manufactured with the most stringent quality control, the manufactory have more than 15-years experiences for musical instruments.
• 【GOOD SOUND:】They can produce a clear warm tone and beautiful sound, it is a good choice for learner & player & performer of viola.
• 【EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE:】We will provide professional technical guidance and excellent customer service, please don’t hesitate to contact with us anytime.

User questions & answers

Question:	What size viola do the stings fit
Answer:	yes, these strings are suitable for various size of viola, including size 14.
Question:	Would it fit a 15 inch viola
Answer:	Yes, mine is 17” and they fit
Question:	When will you get a 14inch white viola?... how often do you restock
Answer:	14"MA-White viola has been discontinued.
Question:	Is this a 1/32 violin
Answer:	No It's 13 in MA250 viola mendini.
Question:	Is the brown a brown paint or a stain on the viola
Answer:	The brown is a spray paint finish.
Question:	Will you have a 15" black vioila before Christmas
Answer:	15"MA-Black has been discontinued.

Product features

Mendini Viola

The Mendini viola has an impressive quality for the price, and is a remarkably affordable option for students who have never played the viola before and want to try it out for the first time. Here at Cecilio Musical Instruments, we understand that students have unique and diverse preferences. To better serve this diversity, our Mendini MA series of violas offers a wide variety of colors to choose from at exceptionally affordable prices. Both of our Mendini MA250 and Mendini MA350 violas have the same specifications and quality, but they differ in the type of finish used and the character of sound each one produces. The MA350 has a mellow and warm tone with a soft satin varnish finish to match, and the MA250 has a bright and vibrant tone and finish. Mendini viola includes a lightweight form fitting hard, a Brazilwood bow with unbleached genuine Mongolian horsehair, rosin, and a bridge making this package a great deal for beginners.

How to choose viola sizes

Our violas are available in 7 different sizes: 16.5", 16" (also known as full size), 15.5", 15", 14", 13" and 12". 16.5" viola is the biggest and 12" viola is the smallest. Most adults use 16" violas.

To measure what size viola best suits you, you need to know the length between your neck and the middle of your left-hand palm (when your hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to your body, just like holding a violin). Most of the teachers prefer students to use the length from the neck to the wrist for measurement instead of the neck to mid-palm approach. The viola size determined by the neck/wrist approach would be the size that is more comfortable for students to hold. The viola size determined by the neck/mid-palm approach would be the biggest size students should use.

The following table lists the length of each viola size. Find your length using your preferred approach and use that to determine the size of viola to get.

Product description

Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings are made with the newest manufacturing techniques and offer a focused sound, wide dynamic range, quick response and are the most intensive brilliant sounding synthetic core strings. One of our most popular strings!

• Full Set includes All Ball-End Chromesteel/Steel A , Silver/Synthetic D, Silver/Synthetic G, Tungsten-Silver/Synthetic C
• up to 16.5" Viola
• Medium Gauge

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this set work on a 17 inch Viola
Answer:	No, mine fit perfect on my 15.5” viola.
Question:	will these work on a 17.5' viola
Answer:	No, as stated by Pirastro, these will fit up to a 16.5" viola.
Question:	Will this set work for a 13" viola? Thank you
Answer:	You might need to find a different string. Evahs are most likely made for violas that are between 15.5 and 17 inches. See if d'addario makes a viola string for your size of viola
Question:	Will these work on a 15" viola? Thank you
Answer:	Yes, these strings will fit a 15 inch Viola.

Product description

MIVI Music’s Collapsible Viola Shoulder Rest are made from 100% carefully selected maple wood and rubber feet. Our popular choice of real maple wood accessories offers greater comfort and range of different fits to meet your musical needs.  

FEATURES:

[PERFECT MATCH FOR ALL VIOLAS] Ideal fit for full size 15” to 17” violas. 

[LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE] Come with a small box. Made to be easily stored or taken away.

[ERGONOMIC DESIGN] Our Classic Maple Wood Viola Shoulder Rest with curved support bar and grip. Perfectly fit for the shoulder and chin position.

[LONGEVITY IN MIND] Designed with thick rubber feet made from anti-aging silicone to prevent scuffs or scratches from damaging your instruments. 

Secure your Classic Maple Wood Viola Shoulder and Chin Rest with MIVI Music today -- limited quantities available only to the most eager of muscianists. 

• 🎻 REAL MAPLE WOOD SHOULDER AND CHIN REST - The MIVI Classic Maple Wood Viola Shoulder Rests is made from genuine maple hardwood construction to offer a more natural and comfortable experience; suitable for both beginners and professional players alike.
• 🎻 EXCELLENT SUPPORT GRIP - Our Classic Viola Shoulder Rest is ergonomically designed by musicians with a smooth and curved support bar and grip made to fit perfectly for the shoulder and chin position.
• 🎻 ADJUSTABLE RUBBER FEET - Featuring high-quality rubber feet made to be collapsible and adjustable to fit violas with different width sizes. The thick rubber feet is made to prevent scratches and scuffs from marring the finish of our expensive classical instruments.
• 🎻 PERFECT MATCH FOR ALL VIOLAS - Designed to fit for different sizes from 15” to 17” Violas, with 3 fixed settings with secure-fit hold to instrument, made to be fully adjustable to the musician's ideal height and angle position.
• 🎻 THE MIVI MUSIC WARRANTY - We believe every musician is part of our family and we trust the quality of our products; that’s why we’ve extended our 90-day no-hassle return warranty on this MIVI Music product.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the height adjustable? Does it work for a person with a short neck
Answer:	Like most shoulder rests available, it is adjustable by turning the feet. However, the difference in height is only 1/4 to 5/8 of an inch.
Question:	Does this fit to 1/10 violin
Answer:	I don't know, but bases on its description it fit, because it says for VIOLIN (1/8 ~1/16) and 1/10 Violin is in its range.
Question:	Was this rest comfortable and did it fit the viola tightly? Thanks
Answer:	Hi, personally, I think it is quite comfortable and fits my instrument well.
Question:	Where is this made
Answer:	I don't know .Looked all over the box and shoulder rest can't find any made in on them. But it is a nice piece I bought a second one for my other fiddle.

Product description

A fun and engaging system to help you learn your notes!

The Fantastic Finger Guide gives you the best musical information at your fingertips to help you become a more confident player by showing you exactly where each note is on your fingerboard. Great for both beginning students or intermediate viola players, our guides feature a patented 2 color - 3 shape design that is simple, smart, and easy to understand. The triangles = open strings, squares = natural notes, and blue ovals = sharp/flat notes. The decals show all chromatic notes on the fingerboard through the 4th position mark. A sharp/flat indicator located on the side of the neck shows which direction to go for sharp and flat notes. On the other side of the neck are the position numbers, so the player can start early on shifting into higher positions.



We have tested our finger guides on many instruments, and while note locations are typically accurate on most, there may be situations where the notes don't align due to variance in instrument size and setup.



Easy-to-use stickers that won’t leave a mess behind

Each UV coated note decal has self-adhesive on the back end so that the notes won’t slip around while you are playing your instrument - and once you learn your notes, the markers come off without leaving a sticky mess. Once you are confident in knowing your notes, remove the decal and your visual memory will intuitively know where each note is. Our guides are easy to install but are not reusable. You must adjust the guide prior to wrapping around the neck of the instrument, as the vinyl and the paint may crack if you make adjustments after.



Note the difference

Weston’s Fantastic Finger Guides were created over several years by a string teacher who wanted a practical yet fun way for his own music students to learn their notes. All of our products are made in the USA.



Patent #10504378

• LEARN TO PLAY WITH OUR NOTE GUIDE: Fantastic Finger Guides take the mystery out of learning the notes on the viola, and are a practical visual aid to improve your ear for music by helping you learn the notes with ease
• GREAT FOR BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE LEVELS: Beginners and intermediate students who use our guides learn the language of music from the first day, and gradually build knowledge of the notes with every lesson
• EASY-TO-USE STICKERS: Each note decal has self-adhesive on the back end so that the notes won’t slip around while you are playing your instrument - and once you learn your notes, the sticker comes off without leaving a sticky mess
• IMPROVES FINGERBOARD NAVIGATION: Our patented 2 color - 3 shape design (with triangles for open strings, squares for natural notes, and blue ovals for sharp/flat notes); Position numbers on one side to shift into more advanced positions, and a sharp/flat direction indicator helps you better navigate the fingerboard
• NOTE THE DIFFERENCE: Weston’s Fantastic Finger Guides were created over several years by an orchestra teacher who wanted a practical yet fun way for his own middle school orchestra students to learn their notes

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there a guide for a 16.5" viola
Answer:	I have not made the 16.5" viola finger guide yet. I am hoping to release the 16" in January 2021. I will update this question when I release the 16.5" finger guide.
Question:	Is this measured by the length of the viola or the length of the strings
Answer:	Great question! To be honest I designed it by sound, a tuner, and trial and error. I learned in the process of designing the viola finger guide that the construction of the 15 1/2" viola has more variance in size than the cello, violin, and smaller size violas. They call it a 15 1/2" viola but it might be actually 15 3/4" or something in between. Not sure why the luthiers haven't decided upon one standard size as we find more so with the violins. After making the basic design on my own viola, I tested the finger guide on as many violas that I could find at 5 different shops and on the student instruments in my own orchestra program. I probably tested it on at least 15 different brands. Fortunately the squares/dots allow for enough wiggle room in variance of the different sized violas. I have also found that if there is any note that is a little off due to your viola being a little larger or smaller it will be the 4th finger notes. We offer FANTASTIC customer service and care about all the violist in the world. Fantastic Finger Guides is here to make sure you are supported in your journey to learn such a wonderful instrument. If for any reason it doesn't align well enough to use, reach out to us at Fantastic Finger Guides. We have several hacks you can try out that we are happy to share in more detail.
Question:	will the 15.5 size fit a 16 inch viola
Answer:	It is not meant for the 16" viola. A few customers have purchased the 15.5" finger guide and then cut it into strips to adjust for the slightly wider distance for a 16" viola. In the future I may be able to make a 16" finger guide.

Product description

Thomastik-Infeld Vision Solo strings feature a technologically advanced formulation and architecture designed to produce a blend of exceptional performance and playing characteristics. They offer great warmth with focus and clarity as well as energetic projection. Using advanced synthetic core technology, they are easy to play and settle-in in just one or two hours. They offer unparalleled tuning stability, respond quickly and are more durable than most synthetic core strings. Viola set, 4/4 size.

• Vision Solo
• Viola
• Synthetic Core
• Chromium Wound A & D, Silver Wound G & C

Product description

Zyex synthetic core strings produce an extremely warm, rich sound. Zyex is a new generation of synthetic material, creating strings that are extremely stable under drastic climatic conditions. Zyex strings settle in on the instrument very fast, within a matter of hours. Zyex has a warmer sound than most other synthetic core strings, making them excellent for use on brighter sounding instruments. Short scale viola strings are specifically gauged to fit short-scale viola (body length 13-14 inches) with a playing length of 13 inches (330mm).

From the Manufacturer

Sized to fit medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion.

Helicore viola strings are crafted with a multi-stranded steel core, resulting in optimal playability while producing a clear, warm tone. The smaller string diameter provides quick bow response. Premium quality materials combined with skilled workmanship produces strings known for excellent pitch stability and longevity.

D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.

• Medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm)
• Medium tension
• Stranded steel core provides optimum playability and produces a clear, warm tone
• Versatile string that works well for a wide variety of playing styles and instruments
• All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry

User questions & answers

Question:	Will 15-16" strings fit my 16.5" viola
Answer:	Some times the strings are too short or have a long wrapping, and may happen that this comes out of the nut, over the fingerboard. So that depends of the length of the neck that are (wrongly) longer in big violas. Maybe Helicore have enough length to avoid this. I have a viola like you describe and the C string has the wrapping over the beginning of the fingerboard, but it works. I think Helicore has a a good length. If you do not find a solution it is possible to cut the beginning of the fingerboard and make a thicker nut to make short the neck , about 5 3/4 from the beginning of the fingerboard and the border of body of the viola
Question:	is the Helicore viola C string the same as the 5th string in a violin set
Answer:	That depends. If you are buying a set for a 5 string violin, it's assumed you are getting a C,G,D, A and E. Otherwise, some violin sets include 2 E strings because those don't typically last as long as the other strings.
Question:	How do these compare to the sound of the Dominant and Sensicore viola strings? I'm considering all three to replace my newbie Preludes
Answer:	This is a clear tone of features, it is recommended of viola strings for advanced users.Normal is made to thinner than the string, we have a good response and stable playability.We have adopted a multi-stranded steel core twisted steel wire, in a stable pitch, you familiar quickly.
Question:	I'm a little confused about the sizes. If I have a 16" viola, do I need the extra long strings
Answer:	Nope, I ordered the long strings for my 16" and they fit nicely.

Product features

RESPONSIVE TO THE CORE

Helicore strings are crafted with a multi-stranded steel core, giving them easy playability and a clear, warm tone. These incredibly flexible strings are optimized for many genres and playing styles, due to their fast bow response. With their quick settling time, Helicore strings are relied upon for high-performance situations as well as classroom ensembles.

Features:

• Groundbreaking core technology engineered by D'Addario
• The most popular string for traditional and alternative styles, plus advancing student players
• Pairs exceptionally well with a wide variety of instrument types and musical styles
• Fast, flexible, and responsive with focused articulation
• All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA