Detail 01
Full set (A, D, G, C)
All four strings age together, so tone and response stay even across the instrument.
Product detailSKU #1274034480157
D'AddarioPrelude Cello String Set 1/2 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Complete four-string set for a 1/2-size cello. Steel core, built for student durability and tuning stability rather than tonal range.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restringing a 1/2 cello that has gone dull
- School programs and rental instruments
- First full string change on a student cello
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Advanced players wanting warmth and color under the bow
- Anyone needing only one replacement string
- 1/4 or 3/4 cellos — size is fixed
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
1/2 size
Cut for the shorter 1/2 scale. Other sizes won't reach correct tension at pitch.
Detail 03
Steel core
Holds pitch through temperature and humidity swings. Trades some warmth for stability.
Detail 04
Prelude series
Student-grade line. Priced for regular replacement on instruments that get hard use.
Detail 05
Set vs single
Costs more upfront than one string but avoids a bright new string next to three dull ones.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Change one string at a time so the bridge and soundpost stay put
- 02Check bridge and nut grooves for burrs before fitting
- 03Expect several days of stretching and retuning after installation
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to change all four at once?
Remove and replace one at a time. Taking all four off at once can let the bridge fall and the soundpost shift.
02Will these fit a 3/4 cello?
No. Get the 3/4 set. Half-size strings are too short to seat properly at the correct pitch.
03How often should students replace cello strings?
Depends on playing hours. Dull tone, fraying winding, or trouble holding pitch are the signals to change them.
04Are these good for a beginner?
Yes. Steel core stays in tune under a beginner's handling and survives frequent tuning better than softer-core strings.
