Pirastro Oliv Violin String, D
By Pirastro
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Purchase options
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Medium tension (16.75PM)
5
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£53.75 | |
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Low tension (16.5PM)
1
in stock
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£45.31 | |
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High tension (17PM)
3
in stock
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£45.31 |
Description
Aluminium and gold on natural gut. Supreme quality benchmark covered gut string
Oliv are the world's consummate gut cored string. For many decades these strings have been the choice of many of the world's leading soloists and professional players.
The wide range of gauge and cover options mean it's possible to achieve the absolute best from any instrument. These strings appeal mainly to players of the highest ability looking for a string with they which can 'customise' the sound of their instrument. They can significantly improve the sound of an already good instrument.
Due to the delicate nature of this type of string construction the life expectancy of these strings is inexact and their tonal stability is inferior to a synthetic cored string. As with all gut cored strings they are not recommended for use in fine tuners due to their elasticity.
Pirastro gut string tensions are measured in units of PM (Pirastro Measurement) and refer to the diameter of the string. 1PM = 0.05mm, so gauge 14PM = 0.7mm diameter. The tension of the string varies by 3% for each gauge.
SHIPPED COILED IN STRING PACKETS - for straight strings see our separate listings for Straight Pirastro Strings
Please note. This string does NOT have a ball end and is not suitable for use in a fine tuner. Please ensure this product meets your requirements prior to purchase.
Specifications
- Gold & aluminium on natural gut.
- Knotted end for wooden tailpiece.
- Made in Germany
Customer reviews:
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Fantastic strings, at a cost....
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Pros: The Pirastro Olivs are very expensive strings, but they make my very modest violin sound warm and give a fantastic consistence of tone across all strings. They also bed in very quickly, which is a bonus. I look at the other strings on offer every time I have to buy a string, especially a G, but I like these too much to change.
Cons: Obviously the cost...
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