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16+ long scale
Cut for the longer string length of a 16-inch or larger viola. Too long for smaller violas.
Product detailSKU #1274034480073
D'AddarioPrelude Series Viola G String 16+ Long Scale
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single G string for a viola with a 16-inch or larger body and long string length. Replaces one string on a student viola.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Student violas measuring 16 inches or more across the back
- Replacing a broken or dull G without buying a set
- Keeping a spare on hand for a large-bodied viola
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Violas under 16 inches — the string length is wrong
- Players wanting a darker, more complex low register
- Anyone needing all four strings replaced at once
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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G string only
The second-lowest of the four viola strings. One string, not a set.
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Prelude series
D'Addario's student line. Made to hold tuning and take rough handling rather than deliver a refined voice.
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Entry-level pricing
Low enough that replacing a broken string on a school or rental instrument isn't a decision you agonise over.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the back of your viola before ordering — sizing runs by body length, not fractions
- 02One string only; C, D and A are separate
- 03New strings stretch for a few days and drift flat until they settle
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I measure my viola size?
Measure the back of the body, from the top edge to the bottom edge, not including the neck. 16 inches or more means this long-scale string fits.
02Will this work on a 15-inch viola?
No. A 15-inch viola has a shorter string length. This one is cut for 16-inch and larger bodies and won't seat correctly.
03Is this a set or one string?
One string — the G only. The C, D and A are sold separately.
04How often should a viola G be replaced?
When it sounds dull, won't hold pitch, or the winding frays. For a student practising daily, that's often every six to twelve months.
