Detail 01
Single G string
One string, not a set. You still have A, D and C to buy separately if all four are worn.
Product detailSKU #1274115037286
ThomastikSpirocore 4/4 Size Cello Strings 4/4 G String
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single G string for 4/4 cello, Spirocore. A replacement for when one string goes dead rather than a full set change.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn or broken G without changing the full set
- Cellists already running Spirocore who need a matched string
- Keeping a spare G in the case for rehearsals
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a complete set — this is one string only
- Fractional cello sizes — this is 4/4 only
- Players wanting a warm gut-like 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
4/4 size
Cut for full-size cello string length. A 3/4 or smaller instrument needs its own size.
Detail 03
Spirocore construction
Steel-core string with a bright, focused response and long working life compared to gut.
Detail 04
Spirocore G specifically
The lower strings are where Spirocore is most often used, even in mixed setups with other brands on top.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is one string, not a set — order the others separately if needed
- 02Confirm 4/4 before ordering; fractional cellos need shorter strings
- 03New steel strings take days to settle; expect repeated retuning
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a full set of cello strings?
No. This is the G string only. A, D and C are sold separately.
02Will this fit a 3/4 cello?
No. This is cut for 4/4 scale length. Order the matching fractional size for a smaller instrument.
03Can I mix this with another brand's strings?
Yes, mixed setups are common. Many cellists run one brand on the upper strings and Spirocore on the lower two.
04How long until it settles in tune?
Steel-core strings stretch for several days. Retune often at first, then it holds well.
