Detail 01
1/2 size
Cut short for a half-size violin. Putting a 4/4 string on leaves excess winding past the nut and bridge.
Product detailSKU #1274034480093
D'AddarioPrelude Violin A String 1/2
Sale
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single A string for a 1/2 size violin. For students on a half-size instrument replacing a broken or dead A without buying a whole set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Young students on a 1/2 size violin
- School rental fleets restocking common breakages
- A spare A in the case for lessons
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 4/4, 3/4 or 1/4 violins — the length is wrong
- Players wanting warmer, more complex synthetic-core tone
- Anyone who needs all four strings replaced
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
Single A string
One string only. The A is the most commonly broken on student violins, which is why it sells alone.
Detail 03
Solid steel core
Bright and direct, holds pitch through classroom temperature swings, and settles into tune within a day or so.
Detail 04
Prelude line
Built for durability under student handling rather than tonal nuance. Takes rough tuning and rehousing better than pricier sets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Only the A string is included
- 02Check your violin's size before ordering — 1/2 is not interchangeable with 3/4
- 03Have a fine tuner on the A; steel strings are hard to tune with pegs alone
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I know if my violin is 1/2 size?
Measure the body from the top edge to the bottom edge, excluding the neck. A half-size violin body runs about 12.5 inches.
02Can I use a 4/4 A string on a 1/2 violin?
It will physically fit but leaves excess winding in the peg box and over the bridge, which can affect tuning stability.
03Why does the A break most often?
It sits under the bow most in beginner playing and takes the brunt of over-tightening during tuning.
04Do I need fine tuners for this?
Strongly recommended. Steel strings respond sharply to small peg movements, making a fine tuner much easier for a student.
