Detail 01
1/2 size
Cut for a half-size violin's shorter string length. A 4/4 or 3/4 string will not seat correctly.
Product detailSKU #1274115036925
ThomastikDominant 1/2 Size Violin Strings 1/2 G String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single G string for a 1/2 size violin, sold on its own. For replacing one broken string or refreshing a worn G on a half-size instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a broken or dead G on a 1/2 violin
- Students on half-size instruments needing one string, not a set
- Keeping a spare G in the case for lessons
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing a full set — this is one string only
- 3/4, 4/4 or 1/4 violins — the length is wrong
- Anyone who has never fitted a violin string alone
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
G string only
The lowest, thickest string on a violin. Buying singles costs more per string than a set.
Detail 03
Dominant line
Thomastik's synthetic-core student and pro line, warmer and more stable than plain steel strings.
Detail 04
Single string, $32.70
Price sits above most student sets, so it only makes sense as a targeted replacement.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the violin is 1/2 size before ordering — measure the body length
- 02No tools, tuner, or peg compound included
- 03Wound strings are stiff; expect a few days of stretching and retuning
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a full set of strings?
No. This is the G string only. You would need to buy the D, A, and E separately to restring the whole violin.
02Will this fit a 3/4 violin?
No. It is cut for 1/2 size. A 3/4 needs the 3/4 length string, or it will not seat and tune properly.
03How long until it holds pitch?
Expect several days of stretching. Tune it up repeatedly over the first few practice sessions until it settles.
04Does it have a ball end or loop end?
Not something to guess at — check with the seller before ordering if your tailpiece requires a specific end.
