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Rosin cake
A consumable. It creates the grip between bow hair and string that makes the string speak.
Product detailSKU #1274115036481
PirastroGoldflex Rosin Standard
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A cake of Pirastro rosin for bowed string instruments. A standard, low-cost consumable for violin, viola, cello or bass players.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restocking when your current cake is worn or cracked
- Students needing a first rosin
- Keeping a spare in the case
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who prefer a lighter or darker rosin grade
- Anyone needing bass-specific tacky rosin
- Guitar or fretted players, who have no use for it
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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Gold colored
Rosin color tracks how hard the cake is. Lighter, harder cakes lean cleaner and less grabby.
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Standard size
A full cake lasts most players a long time. You apply a few strokes, not a heavy coat.
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Pirastro make
The same maker as the string line, so it's a known consistent formula batch to batch.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bow, case and cloth are not included
- 02New cakes need scoring or sanding before they transfer to hair
- 03Rosin cracks if dropped; keep it in its container
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How often should I apply rosin?
Enough to keep the bow gripping. Many players add a few strokes each session and skip days when the tone still speaks cleanly.
02Does this work for cello and bass?
It's rosin for bowed strings generally. Bass players often prefer a tackier, softer rosin for the thicker strings.
03Why doesn't a new cake stick to my bow?
The surface is too smooth. Score it lightly with sandpaper or a key edge so the bow hair can pick up powder.
04How long does one cake last?
A long time for most players. You're applying a thin dusting, so a cake typically outlasts several sets of strings.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
