Who are we?

The String Zone was founded in 2004 by Andrew Riley in Egham, Surrey. It has since grown to become by far the largest online UK retailer of orchestral strings, cases, bows and accessories. Buy with confidence from a company whose staff have over 30 years' experience in all aspects of bowed strings.

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Recent Buyer Reviews
Larsen Il Cannone 'Direct & Focused' Violin String, A Superb clarity, I have mirecourt violin with mellow tone these string add projection. It is a powerful violin anyway but just improves it's tone wh... full review...
1 day ago
Pops Bass Rosin Excellent rosin and delivered on time. Having to pay an extra €9 euros in tax and handling charges from an Post. Thanks Brexit! I won't be orderin... full review...
8 days ago
Larsen Violin String, E Gold The Larsen Gold E string has a mellow tone which I enjoy. Probably just a personal preference because I don't like a strident E string sound on the... full review...
9 days ago