Detail 01
G string only
One string, not a set. You will need the other three separately if you are doing a full change.
Product detailSKU #1274115036959
ThomastikSpirocore 15+" Viola Strings 15+ in. G String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single Spirocore G string for 15-inch and larger violas. A steel-core replacement string, sold individually rather than as a set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a broken or dead G on a full-size viola
- Players who want a steel core's focus and quick response
- Topping up a set when only the G has gone
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Violas under 15 inches, which need a shorter string
- Players wanting warm, gut-like tone from a synthetic core
- Anyone needing a complete set, since this is one string
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+ inch sizing
Cut for full-size violas measured 15 inches and up at the body. A shorter viola will leave too much slack.
Detail 03
Spirocore steel core
Steel gives a focused, direct sound and fast response, with less warmth than synthetic-core strings.
Detail 04
Steel core tuning stability
Steel settles fast and holds pitch well once stretched, so break-in takes hours rather than days.
Detail 05
Around $41 for one string
A full set of these runs well past a student string set. Budget accordingly if replacing all four.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your viola body length; under 15 inches means a different string
- 02Check whether your tailpiece has fine tuners, which steel strings benefit from
- 03Only the G is included; other strings are sold separately
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. The 15+ inch designation covers full-size violas from 15 inches up, so a 16-inch instrument is within range.
02Can I mix this with strings from another set?
Yes, and many players do, though steel and synthetic cores respond differently under the bow. Expect the G to speak more directly than synthetic neighbors.
03How long does it take to settle in?
Steel core settles quickly. Expect it to hold pitch within a few hours of playing rather than the days a synthetic core can take.
04Does it come with a ball or loop end?
Check the end fitting against your tailpiece before installing. If your tailpiece has built-in fine tuners, confirm which end type they accept.
