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product_id: 621702
title: "Prelude Violin String Set, 4/4 Scale, Medium Tension | Prelude violin strings provide warm tone, excellent bow response, durability and stable tuning for students."
brand: "d'addario"
price: "NT$1804"
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reviews_count: 13
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# 4/4 full size set solid steel core for durability corrosion-resistant sealed pouch Prelude Violin String Set, 4/4 Scale, Medium Tension | Prelude violin strings provide warm tone, excellent bow response, durability and stable tuning for students.

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** NT$1804
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound with strings that strike the perfect chord every time!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Prelude Violin String Set, 4/4 Scale, Medium Tension | Prelude violin strings provide warm tone, excellent bow response, durability and stable tuning for students. by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** NT$1804 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Made in the USA:** Crafted with precision under strict quality controls
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Solid steel core resists wear, lasts longer under practice pressure
- • **Educator’s Top Pick:** Preferred by teachers for warm tone & easy playability
- • **Balanced Medium Tension:** Perfect tension for smooth bow response and tonal clarity
- • **Weatherproof Performance:** Sealed packaging keeps strings stable in any climate

## Overview

D'Addario Prelude Violin String Set (4/4 scale, medium tension) offers student violinists a warm, clear tone with exceptional durability thanks to its solid steel core. Engineered for consistent performance in varying climates, these strings come in sealed pouches to prevent corrosion. Trusted by educators and crafted in the USA, Prelude strings deliver professional quality at an affordable price, making them the go-to choice for beginners and intermediate players alike.

## Description

Prelude strings are the educator’s preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value. Prelude strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, they have excellent bow response.

Review: Bright and clear - See below for my background, but I'm putting the important points up top: these strings have really good projection and very bright, clear tone with easy action. Suggested use cases: Beginners, bluegrass, folk, country, and they'll probably sound good on an electric violin (Only have the one set, so I can't test them on my e-fiddle!). They'll be fine in a student or community orchestra as well. Just make sure you're in tune. They're extremely easy to put on provided your violin has a ball end chin rest. Most student violins, especially those with a Whitmer tailgut will be of the ball end variety. Bottom line: excellent value for money, very clear tone, the open strings really 'ring' out beautifully. I've been playing fiddle for about six or seven months now, but I've been a musician literally all my life. I received a used instrument that had, at the time, year old Dominant strings on it that I purchased these to replace. It's taken me this long to actually do the deed because I was frankly uneasy about changing the strings. I had a Chinese VSO (violin-shaped object) before this that literally fell apart when I tried to take one string off, but as long as you have a good quality instrument and only change one string at a time, you'll be fine(mine was a VSO from, like, 1995, literally made of plywood with the sound post glued in place!) The difference between these and Dominant strings, besides the price (Dominants retailing at about $50) is mostly in the tone coloration. These strings are very clear and bright, which some people might describe as "nasally" or "thin". If you have a violin that's already very muddy and dark sounding (the opposite direction from bright/clear) you'll get a good balance from these. But even if you don't, chances are you'll be fine with these strings. If they do sound too shrill for you, you might be able to have your luthier make adjustments to your violin. If you don't have a luthier, get a luthier. Buy them a round or two, or bake them some brownies, whatever you have to do to get into their good graces. You'll thank me when your violin comes unglued (No, really. This is a thing that happens, and it's an easy fix for a qualified luthier/technician)
Review: Excellent Cello Strings for Students – Warm Tone and Durable - As a parent of a cello student, I wanted to find strings that offer great sound quality, durability, and value. The D’Addario Prelude Cello String Set (4/4 scale, medium tension) is perfect for beginners and intermediate players alike. The solid steel core ensures tuning stability and a smooth playing experience, while the warm tone these strings produce helps students develop a rich, full sound without harshness. The medium tension strikes a great balance between ease of play and tonal quality. I also appreciate that they come in a sealed pouch to prevent corrosion, which keeps the strings fresh and extends their lifespan. These strings handle frequent practice sessions well and are very economical for families and educators. If you’re looking for reliable, student-friendly cello strings that won’t compromise on sound, D’Addario Prelude is an excellent choice.

## Features

- EDUCATOR’S CHOICE – Designed with quick bow response and ease of use in mind, our violin strings are a unique blend of warm tone, affordability and durability making them ideal for both new and experienced student violinists.
- SOLID STEEL CORE – Prelude violin strings are manufactured using a solid steel core for maximum durability and warmest sound. Available in both full and fractional sizes, the Prelude line has an option for any age student.
- MADE TO LAST – Solid steel construction and uniquely-designed sealed pouches, Prelude strings have an unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion and are unaffected by temperature and humidity changes.
- WARM TONE: Prelude violin strings have the warmest sound available in an affordable, solid steel core string design, making it the educator's preferred choice for student strings due to their unique blend of warm tone, durability, and value.
- MADE IN THE USA – All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002Y6BJI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #143 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1 in Violin Strings |
| Body Material Type | Steel |
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Brand Name | D'Addario |
| Coating Description | Uncoated |
| Color | Full Set |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 7,894 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954162016 |
| Included Components | Four violin strings (E, A, D, G) |
| Instrument | Violin |
| Item Type Name | Orchestral Strings |
| Item Weight | 9.07 g |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | J810 4/4M |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Model Name | Prelude |
| Model Number | J810 4/4M |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Violin |
| Set Name | Full Set |
| Sound Profile | Warm |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material Type | Silk & Steel |
| UPC | 019954162016 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Color:** 4/4 Scale
- **Instrument:** Violin
- **String Gauge:** Medium
- **String Material Type:** Silk & Steel

## Images

![Prelude Violin String Set, 4/4 Scale, Medium Tension | Prelude violin strings provide warm tone, excellent bow response, durability and stable tuning for students. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/819Y3RLXeyL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bright and clear
*by D***O on January 8, 2021*

See below for my background, but I'm putting the important points up top: these strings have really good projection and very bright, clear tone with easy action. Suggested use cases: Beginners, bluegrass, folk, country, and they'll probably sound good on an electric violin (Only have the one set, so I can't test them on my e-fiddle!). They'll be fine in a student or community orchestra as well. Just make sure you're in tune. They're extremely easy to put on provided your violin has a ball end chin rest. Most student violins, especially those with a Whitmer tailgut will be of the ball end variety. Bottom line: excellent value for money, very clear tone, the open strings really 'ring' out beautifully. I've been playing fiddle for about six or seven months now, but I've been a musician literally all my life. I received a used instrument that had, at the time, year old Dominant strings on it that I purchased these to replace. It's taken me this long to actually do the deed because I was frankly uneasy about changing the strings. I had a Chinese VSO (violin-shaped object) before this that literally fell apart when I tried to take one string off, but as long as you have a good quality instrument and only change one string at a time, you'll be fine(mine was a VSO from, like, 1995, literally made of plywood with the sound post glued in place!) The difference between these and Dominant strings, besides the price (Dominants retailing at about $50) is mostly in the tone coloration. These strings are very clear and bright, which some people might describe as "nasally" or "thin". If you have a violin that's already very muddy and dark sounding (the opposite direction from bright/clear) you'll get a good balance from these. But even if you don't, chances are you'll be fine with these strings. If they do sound too shrill for you, you might be able to have your luthier make adjustments to your violin. If you don't have a luthier, get a luthier. Buy them a round or two, or bake them some brownies, whatever you have to do to get into their good graces. You'll thank me when your violin comes unglued (No, really. This is a thing that happens, and it's an easy fix for a qualified luthier/technician)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Cello Strings for Students – Warm Tone and Durable
*by P***A on June 27, 2025*

As a parent of a cello student, I wanted to find strings that offer great sound quality, durability, and value. The D’Addario Prelude Cello String Set (4/4 scale, medium tension) is perfect for beginners and intermediate players alike. The solid steel core ensures tuning stability and a smooth playing experience, while the warm tone these strings produce helps students develop a rich, full sound without harshness. The medium tension strikes a great balance between ease of play and tonal quality. I also appreciate that they come in a sealed pouch to prevent corrosion, which keeps the strings fresh and extends their lifespan. These strings handle frequent practice sessions well and are very economical for families and educators. If you’re looking for reliable, student-friendly cello strings that won’t compromise on sound, D’Addario Prelude is an excellent choice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent enough to tide you over until you can shell out the big bucks
*by D***. on June 23, 2026*

Do these sound like the best strings ever? No. Can you tell that they sound a little less resonant? Yes. Are they easy to play and tune? Yes. Is the tone brighter or more dark and mellow? Brighter. Like the "typical" violin sound you might think of it your head. Did they work for what I needed them to? Yes. In the end, these worked as cheap and quickly available replacement strings and so I'm satisfied with them. The strings came together in one package (rather than one string per envelope). They were individually coiled up into a ring shape and came with a clear legend on the package telling you which color was which string. My usual preference is for gut strings. However, those cost 10x as much as these and I am not playing regularly at the moment, which makes buying them a big waste of money right now. With that in mind, I'm perfectly happy with these preludes for the time being.

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