Detail 01
Single string, not a set
You get the D only. The other three stay as they are, so tone will not fully match if they are old.
Product detailSKU #1274115036233
ThomastikDominant Viola Strings 15+ in. D String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single D string from Thomastik's Dominant viola set, for 15-inch and larger violas. Replacement for a broken or worn D rather than a full re-string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing one dead D without buying a whole set
- Violas with a 15 in. or longer body
- Players already running a Dominant set who lost one string
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Violas under 15 in. — this is the wrong length
- Anyone needing a full set; this is one string
- Cello or violin players — viola gauge only
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
15+ in. sizing
Viola sizing goes by body length, not fractional size. Measure back-of-body before ordering.
Detail 03
Dominant line
Synthetic-core family rather than plain steel, so it settles in over days instead of holding pitch immediately.
Detail 04
D position
The lower-middle string. Wear here shows up as dullness and poor response before it shows as breakage.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your viola's body length; 14 in. and 16 in. need different strings
- 02One string only — no set, no accessories
- 03Expect several days of stretching and retuning before pitch holds
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my 16 inch viola?
Yes. This is the 15 in. and larger size, which covers 15, 15.5, 16 and up.
02Is this the whole set?
No. This is the D string alone. A, G and C are sold separately.
03How long until it stays in tune?
Synthetic-core strings stretch. Plan on retuning frequently for the first few days of playing before pitch settles.
04Can I mix this with other brands on my viola?
Mechanically yes. Tonally the D will not blend evenly with strings from a different family, so most players replace by set.
