Detail 01
4/4 size
For a full-size violin only. Fractional violins have shorter string lengths and need their own sizing.
Product detailSKU #1274034480072
D'AddarioPrelude Violin E String 4/4 Size Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single medium-gauge E string for a full-size violin. A cheap replacement for the string most likely to break on a student instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Student 4/4 violins that snapped the top string
- Teachers keeping spare E strings for a classroom
- Anyone wanting a low-cost backup in the case
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing a smooth, non-whistling E for performance
- Fractional-size violins — 3/4, 1/2 and smaller
- Anyone needing a matched new set of all four strings
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
Medium gauge
The standard tension. Balanced feel under the fingers and normal pressure on the top and bridge.
Detail 03
E string only
The thinnest, highest string. It breaks more often than the others, which is why it's sold singly.
Detail 04
Prelude series
Student-grade construction. Tuning stability and durability are the priorities, not tonal subtlety.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Single string — D, A and G are not included
- 02Some E strings need a bridge sleeve to stop it cutting the wood
- 03Confirm your violin is 4/4 before ordering; fractional sizes won't work
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 3/4 violin?
No. This is sized for 4/4 full-size violins. A 3/4 instrument has a shorter string length and needs a string cut for it.
02Why does the E string break so often?
It's the thinnest string under the highest tension. Sharp bridge grooves, a rough nut slot and over-tuning all shorten its life.
03What's the difference between medium and heavy gauge?
Medium is standard tension — the usual choice. Heavier gauges raise tension and pressure on the instrument, and stiffen the feel under the bow.
04Do I need a bridge protector?
Many players use a small sleeve or tube under the E at the bridge. The thin string can otherwise dig a groove into the bridge wood.
