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.

Bow approval service

Looking for a new bow? Try up to four bows from our extensive range for 7 days in the comfort of your own home.
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Recent Buyer Reviews
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold Viola Strings, SET Give a lovely, extra sonority to my instrument. Quite expensive. No technical quibbles. full review...
1 day ago
Wittner Chinrest, Side Mounted for violin and viola Very adjustable and comfortable nonthing Nothing brilliant chinrest Doesn’t dampen the tone of the instrument some wooden Chinrests do depending ... full review...
1 day ago
Dorfler Germany, Fully Mounted Brazilwood Violin Bow. No 7 round bow, nicely made, well balanced and weighing in at 63.75g. Good value for the quality of bow. full review...
4 days ago