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16+ inch long scale
Cut for the longer vibrating length of a 16" or bigger viola. On a 15" the windings land wrong.
Product detailSKU #1274115037572
ThomastikDominant 16+" Long Scale Viola Strings 16+ in. Set
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Full set of Thomastik Dominant viola strings cut for 16-inch and larger instruments. For violists whose body length measures 16" or more.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Violists on a 16" or larger instrument needing a full restring
- Players replacing a mixed, mismatched set with one matched gauge
- Students moving up from a fractional to a full-size viola
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Violas under 16" — the string length will be wrong
- Players needing only one replacement string, not four
- Violinists or cellists; this is viola-specific
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
Complete set
All four strings age and settle together, so the instrument balances evenly instead of one new string shouting.
Detail 03
$149.95 for four
Roughly $37 a string. Buying singles later to replace one at a time costs more per string.
Detail 04
Viola-specific sizing
Viola strings are not violin strings at a longer length. Tension and gauge are built for the larger body.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your viola's body length from the top of the shoulder to the bottom
- 02Strings only — no rosin, tuner, peg compound, or bridge included
- 03New strings stretch for several days; expect repeated retuning at first
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 15.5 inch viola?
No. This set is cut for 16" and larger instruments. On a shorter viola the winding transitions land in the wrong place at the nut or bridge.
02How do I know my viola size?
Measure the body only, from the top edge to the bottom edge, not including the neck or scroll. 16" or more means this set fits.
03Can I install these myself?
Yes, one at a time so the bridge and soundpost stay under tension. If the bridge leans forward as you tune, straighten it before continuing.
04How long do they last?
Depends on playing hours, sweat, and climate. Most players restring when the sound goes dull or the windings start to fray at contact points.
