The Pirastro Chorda 16.5 Viola G String offers a traditional sound and feel to baroque musicians. The gut core has expressive characteristics with a range of complex overtones. The silver winding adds control to your overall sound and keeps the playability consistent. Chorda strings have a naturally low tension for a more comfortable playability and increased expression. This model has an knot tailpiece end and is designed for full size violas.The Chorda series of strings offer players a traditional sound. The sheep gut core has a warm soft sound that is commonly associated with classical pieces. These strings are best suited to a 440Hz tuning for optimum stability and clarity. The medium tension offers consistent playing accuracy and tonal balance. Baroque players wanting to record will find the Chorda strings are receptive to microphones. The Chorda series is ideal for violists wanting a traditional gut sound with comfortable playability.
