Detail 01
3/4 size
Cut for a three-quarter violin's shorter string length. A 4/4 string is too long to seat correctly.
Product detailSKU #1274115036929
ThomastikDominant 3/4 Size Violin Strings 3/4 Wound E String, Ball End
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single wound E string for a 3/4 violin, ball end. Replaces a broken or worn E on a three-quarter size instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a snapped E on a 3/4 student violin
- Players who prefer a wound E over a plain steel one
- A spare E kept in the case — E breaks most often
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a whole set — this is one string
- 4/4 or 1/2 violins, where the length will not fit
- Tailpieces requiring a loop end rather than a ball
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
Wound E
Wrapped rather than plain steel. Softer and less shrill under the bow, at the cost of some brightness and projection.
Detail 03
Ball end
The anchor at the tailpiece end. Fine adjusters and tailpieces are cut for either ball or loop, not both.
Detail 04
E string only
The highest, thinnest string. It breaks more than the others, which is why singles are worth stocking.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check whether your tailpiece or fine adjuster takes ball end or loop end
- 02Measure the violin body to confirm 3/4 size before ordering
- 03The E is thin and kinks easily — feed it slowly through the peg
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a full set?
No. This is the E string alone. The G, D, and A would each need to be bought separately.
02What is the difference between a wound and plain E?
A wound E is wrapped in metal, giving a softer, less piercing tone. A plain steel E is brighter and projects more.
03Will this fit my 4/4 violin?
No. It is cut to 3/4 length and will be too short to string and tune properly on a full-size violin.
04Why does my E keep breaking?
It is the thinnest string under the most tension. Sharp edges at the bridge or nut groove are the usual cause — have them checked.
