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4/4 size
Cut for a full-size violin. On a smaller instrument the winding lands in the wrong place.
Product detailSKU #1274115037233
ThomastikDominant 4/4 Size Weich (Light) Violin Strings 4/4 A String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single 4/4 violin A string in Thomastik's Dominant line, light gauge. For replacing one broken or worn A, or lowering tension on that string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a broken A without buying a whole set
- Players who want lower tension under the left hand
- Keeping a spare A in the case
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Fractional instruments — 3/4, 1/2 and smaller need shorter strings
- Players wanting maximum projection; light gauge gives up volume
- Anyone who needs a full set of four
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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Weich / light gauge
Less tension than medium. Softer under the fingers, easier to press, slightly quieter and less focused.
Detail 03
Single A string
One string only. The D, G and E are sold separately.
Detail 04
Dominant line
Match the other three to the same line and gauge or the set will feel uneven bow to bow.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is one string, not a set of four
- 02Check your tailpiece — fine tuner or knot end matters for fitting
- 03New strings stretch; expect several retunings over the first days
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a full set?
No. It is the A string alone. Buy the D, G and E separately if you are restringing the whole violin.
02Will it fit a 3/4 violin?
No. It is cut for 4/4. Use a string made for your instrument's size.
03What does Weich mean?
It is the light-tension version. Lower tension than the standard medium, so it feels softer and sounds a little less powerful.
04Can I mix it with medium-gauge D and G?
You can, but the A will feel slacker and quieter than its neighbours. Most players keep one gauge across the set.
