Detail 01
Gold-plated E
The plating changes surface feel and response under the bow. Often chosen to tame whistling on the open E.
Product detailSKU #1274115036554
ThomastikPeter Infeld 4/4 Size Violin Strings 4/4 Size Gold E String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single gold-plated E string from Thomastik's Peter Infeld violin line, 4/4 size. For players replacing just the E or swapping the top string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a broken or worn E without a full set change
- Players chasing a warmer, less whistly top string
- 4/4 violin setups already using Peter Infeld lower strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a complete set — this is the E only
- Fractional-size violins; this is cut for 4/4
- Players whose skin chemistry corrodes plated strings quickly
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
Single string, not a set
You get the E alone. The A, D and G are sold separately.
Detail 03
4/4 size
Cut to full-size violin string length. A fractional violin needs the matching smaller length.
Detail 04
Peter Infeld line
Part of a matched family, so it blends predictably if the rest of your strings come from the same line.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is one string only — a full restring needs three more purchases
- 02Confirm your violin is 4/4; fractional sizes use shorter strings
- 03A new E stretches for a day or two before it holds pitch
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 only. The A, D and G strings are sold separately.
02Will gold plating stop E-string whistling?
It often helps. Whistling also comes from bow angle, speed and contact point, so technique matters alongside the string.
03Does this fit a 3/4 violin?
No. This is the 4/4 length. Use the fractional version sized to your instrument.
04Can I mix this with other brands?
Yes, plenty of players mix a preferred E with a different set underneath. Tension and response may feel slightly uneven.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
