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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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
Dominant Violin String, D sounds fine too fat I've been using these strings for years (after whatever incarnation of Pirastro I used got a bit pricey) and suddenly, they se... full review...
1 day ago
Hybrid Carbon/Pernambuco Viola Bow by Delille These hybrid bows are stiff, and the balance point is close to the frog. Other than those two things, there's not much else to desire. I'm not a be... full review...
1 day ago
Col Legno Standard Cello Bow Very good value for money although new playing better every day nice to use full review...
2 days ago