Detail 01
Multi-stranded steel core
Designed for easier left-hand playing.
Product detailSKU #1415894676188
D'AddarioHelicore Orchestral Series Double Bass A String 1/2 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
For a targeted A-string replacement on a 1/2-size double bass, this Helicore Orchestral string keeps the focus on bow-led playing. The multi-stranded steel core is designed to feel easy under the left hand, and its damping is tuned for arco response. It also accommodates pizzicato work when the part benefits from a warmer attack and shorter sustain rather than a ringing decay.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing the A string on a 1/2-size double bass in an arco-centered setup.
- Pizzicato work that calls for a warmer response with less sustain.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Pizzicato parts that require more sustained decay.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Arco-optimized damping
Prioritizes bow use and bow response.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that you need the A string for a 1/2-size double bass.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this an A string or a complete set?
It is a single A string.
02Is arco its intended use?
Yes. Its damping is optimized for arco playing.
