




D'Addario
Prelude Violin D String – Medium Tension | D'Addario
Prelude Violin D String – Medium Tension | D'Addario
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403 East Putnam Ave
403 East Putnam Ave
Cos Cob CT 06807
United States
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✓ 45-day risk-free returns. Try it at home, return it for any reason.
✓ 45-day risk-free returns. Try it at home, return it for any reason.
The D'Addario Prelude violin D string features a solid steel core with aluminum winding, delivering warm, resonant tone and exceptional durability for student violinists and school music programs.
Designed specifically for beginning and intermediate players, the Prelude D string offers reliable intonation and responsive playability. The steel core maintains consistent pitch stability even with temperature and humidity fluctuations common in school environments, while the aluminum winding produces a rich, focused tone that supports musical development.
Medium tension strikes the ideal balance for student players—easy enough for developing left-hand technique yet projecting clearly in ensemble settings. The wound construction provides superior longevity compared to synthetic core alternatives, making Prelude the economical choice for active student use.
Manufactured in D'Addario's New York facility to exacting quality standards, Prelude strings have earned the trust of orchestra directors and private teachers nationwide as the go-to student string recommendation.
Key Features:
- Solid steel core for pitch stability
- Aluminum wound for warm, resonant tone
- Medium tension optimized for student playability
- Exceptional durability and longevity
- Available in 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 sizes
- Ball-end design fits standard tailpieces
- Made in USA
Specifications:
- Gauge: Medium
- Core Material: Solid steel
- Winding: Aluminum
- End Type: Ball
- Manufacturer: D'Addario & Co., USA
The dependable choice for students in school orchestra programs, private lessons, and rental instruments.



