Detail 01
Multi-strand high-carbon steel core
Provides flexible response and range under the bow.
Product detailSKU #1418660059366
D'AddarioHelicore Series Cello A String 1/2 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built for a 1/2-size cello, this Helicore A string pairs an all-metal design with a multi-strand high-carbon steel core and alloy winding. It delivers a warm, rich character associated with gut or synthetic-core strings, while retaining stability through changes in humidity and temperature. The flexible core and quick bow response make articulation feel immediate, and the winding supports projection. Its long playing life suits players looking for a dependable individual replacement string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing the A string on a 1/2-size cello while retaining a warm, rich response.
- Playing in environments where shifts in humidity or temperature make string stability important.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Cellos other than 1/2 size when selecting an A string.
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
All-metal construction
Remains unaffected by humidity and temperature fluctuations.
Detail 03
Alloy winding
Contributes fast bow response and projection.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that you need an A string for a 1/2-size cello.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size cello is this A string made for?
It is sized for a 1/2-size cello.
02How does it handle changing weather conditions?
Its all-metal construction is unaffected by changes in humidity and temperature.
