Detail 01
A string only
One string, not a set. The other three stay as they are, so match brand and gauge carefully.
Product detailSKU #1274115036890
Larsen StringsChromesteel Series Cello Strings A, Chromesteel, Strong
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single Larsen Chromesteel A string for full-size cello, strong gauge. For cellists replacing a broken or dead A rather than buying a full set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Cellists who wear out the A string faster than the lower three
- Players wanting more push under a heavier bow arm
- Replacing one string mid-set without changing the whole rig
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a complete set — this is the A only
- Players on 3/4 or smaller cellos
- Anyone chasing a soft, easy-response feel under the bow
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
Chromesteel
Steel-based core and winding. Holds pitch quickly after installation and resists humidity swings better than gut.
Detail 03
Strong gauge
Higher tension than medium. More volume and projection, stiffer under the fingers, more load on the instrument.
Detail 04
Cello scale
Cut for cello, not violin or viola. Length and ball end are specific to the instrument.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your cello is full size — string length is cut for 4/4
- 02Strong gauge raises tension; older or lightly built cellos may not want it
- 03Mixing gauges across a set changes balance from string to string
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a full set of cello strings?
No. This is the A string alone. If you need all four, buy them individually or as a set.
02What does strong gauge actually do?
It raises tension. You get more volume and a firmer feel under the fingers, at the cost of easy response and added pressure on the instrument.
03Will it fit a 3/4 cello?
It is cut for 4/4. On a smaller cello the speaking length is wrong and tension will be off.
04How long before it settles in?
Steel-core strings stabilize fast. Expect it to hold pitch within a day or so of stretching and retuning.
