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16 in. Plus
Sized for violas 16 inches and up. On a shorter body the winding ends land in the wrong place.
Product detailSKU #1274034480082
D'AddarioHelicore Viola E String 16 in. Plus Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single E string for a 16-inch-plus viola, medium tension. For players using an extended-range or five-string viola who need to replace just the E.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Five-string viola players replacing a worn E
- 16 in. and larger violas needing the correct playing length
- Keeping a spare E for gigging
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Standard four-string violas, which have no E string
- Violas under 16 in. — playing length won't match
- Anyone needing a complete set
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.
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Medium tension, 22.4 lbs.
The middle option. Balanced response and a feel most players expect without over-driving the top.
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Light tension, 20.4 lbs.
Two pounds under medium. Easier under the fingers and quicker to speak, with less volume and push.
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Heavy tension, 25 lbs.
Nearly three pounds over medium. More output and resistance, but it loads the instrument harder.
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Multi-stranded steel core
Warmer and less metallic than solid steel, with faster settling than synthetic core. Handles humidity changes well.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is the E string only — A, D, G and C sold separately
- 02Confirm your viola actually carries an E; most four-strings do not
- 03Measure body length from the button to the edge before ordering
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does a viola have an E string?
A standard viola is tuned C-G-D-A with no E. This string is for five-string violas or extended setups that add a high E.
02What does 16 in. Plus mean?
It's sized for violas with a 16-inch body or larger. Smaller violas need the shorter version for correct playing length.
03Which tension should I pick?
Medium at 22.4 lbs. is the default. Go light at 20.4 lbs. for easier response, heavy at 25 lbs. for more output.
04Will this work on a violin?
No. The playing length is cut for a 16-inch-plus viola and will be far too long for a violin.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsOther
- Heavy Tension
- 25 lbs.
- Light Tension
- 20.4 lbs.
- Medium Tension
- 22.4 lbs.
