Detail 01
4/4 size
Cut for a full-size cello. Smaller instruments have shorter string lengths and need the matching size.
Product detailSKU #1274115036223
ThomastikSpirocore 4/4 Size Cello Strings 4/4 D String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single D string for 4/4 cello, from Thomastik's Spirocore line. For replacing one string rather than the whole set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Swapping out a worn or false D on a full-size cello
- Keeping a spare D on hand for gigs and recitals
- Players already running Spirocore who need one string back
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing all four strings at once
- 3/4, 1/2, or smaller cellos
- Players wanting to switch their whole setup to a different sound
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
D string only
One of the four. Buying singles lets you replace what is worn instead of the whole set.
Detail 03
Spirocore line
Part of a named Thomastik series, so it pairs predictably with the other Spirocore strings on the instrument.
Detail 04
$61.25 for one string
Cello strings are priced per string; a full set runs several times this.
Detail 05
Mixing with older strings
A fresh D next to three worn strings will stand out until the others are replaced too.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is the D alone — not a four-string set
- 02Confirm your cello is 4/4 before ordering
- 03Expect several days of stretching and retuning after fitting
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this include all four cello strings?
No. It is the D string only. A, G, and C are sold separately.
02Will it fit a 3/4 cello?
No. This is the 4/4 version. A 3/4 cello needs the 3/4 length.
03Can I mix it with other brands?
You can. It will sound most consistent alongside the rest of the Spirocore set.
04How often should a cello D be replaced?
Replace it when it goes dull or false. Heavy daily playing wears strings far faster than occasional practice.
