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
SAS Wooden Chinrest for violin and viola I bought the 35mm version, Im 5'9" and slim.. I found it easy to adjust. I don't use a shoulder rest. It is comfortable, the violin fits snugly und... full review...
about 21 hours ago
D'Addario Helicore Violin String, D The sound Very good strings full review...
2 days ago
D'Addario Helicore Octave Violin Strings. SET I had used a set of Octave strings a few years ago and liked them, but stopped using them after a year or two. Thes D’Addarios have recently become... full review...
2 days ago