Pirastro Tonica Viola String Set

Elevate your viola’s voice with the Pirastro Tonica Viola String Set, crafted to deliver a rich, balanced, and responsive sound ideal for both students and professionals alike.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Nylon core construction for enhanced flexibility and warm tonal character
• Lively, rounded sound well-balanced across A, D, G, and C strings
• Fast, clear tone attack and strong responsiveness to bow pressure
• Reduced background hiss, enabling smoother string crossings and cleaner performance
• Excellent left-hand feel even in higher positions — ideal for shifting and agile playing
• Warmth without losing brilliance — retains clarity in soft passages
• Medium tension profile works well with a wide range of viola instruments
• Stable under changing conditions — less sensitive to temperature and humidity fluctuations

String Composition:

• A & D: Aluminum
• G: Silver wound
• C: Tungsten-silver wound

Available Sizes & Gauges:

• Full size (4/4 – 15" to 16.5")
• 3/4 & 1/2 sizes (13" to 14")
• 1/4 & 1/8 sizes (11" to 12")
• All sets offered in medium gauge

Why Choose Pirastro Tonica for Viola Strings?
Pirastro’s Tonica line has long been embraced for its consistency, versatility, and musicality. These viola strings offer a compelling combination of warmth, projection, and dependable performance — making them a great choice for orchestral, chamber, or solo playing.