Detail 01
1/4 size
Scale length is fixed. A 1/4 string on a larger cello will not reach correct pitch at proper tension.
Product detailSKU #1274034479953
D'AddarioPrelude Cello C String 1/4 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single C string for a 1/4 size cello, steel core with metal winding. For students replacing a broken or worn string on a small-scale cello.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Student cellos sized 1/4, replacing one broken string
- School or rental instruments needing durable, low-cost replacements
- Players wanting a matched set built one string at a time
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone with a full, 3/4, or 1/2 cello
- Players wanting gut or synthetic-core warmth and complexity
- Advanced players seeking nuanced bow response and overtones
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
C string only
This is the lowest, thickest string. Replacing just one leaves the other three at their current age and sound.
Detail 03
Prelude line
D'Addario's student tier. Built to hold pitch quickly and survive humidity swings rather than to maximize tone.
Detail 04
Steel core
Settles into tune within a day or two and stays there. Brighter and more direct than gut or synthetic.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your cello's size before ordering; sizes are not interchangeable
- 02One string only. A, D, and G are sold separately
- 03Replace one string at a time to keep the bridge and soundpost seated
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with all four strings?
No. This is the C string alone. The A, D, and G are separate purchases.
02Will this fit a 1/2 size cello?
No. The string length is cut for 1/4 scale. Buy the 1/2 size version for a 1/2 cello.
03How long until it stays in tune?
Steel core settles fast, usually a day or two of regular playing and retuning.
04Is this good for an advanced player?
Prelude is a student line. Advanced players usually move to synthetic or gut core strings for more tonal depth.
