LARSEN viola string A

LARSEN Viola A String – The Reference Standard for Modern Viola Setups

The LARSEN A string for viola has become one of the most popular and widely used viola strings worldwide. For many professional violists, soloists, orchestral players and luthiers, it is considered the starting point for an optimal viola setup. Its unique combination of tonal richness, projection, playing comfort and reliability has made the Larsen A string an established standard for modern violas.

Its sound is defined by clear response, excellent carrying power and remarkable versatility. Whether used for solo playing, chamber music or orchestra, the Larsen A string delivers a balanced tone that integrates easily with a wide range of instruments and string combinations.

Why Choose the Larsen A String?

The string is built with a solid steel core, wound with precision-rolled stainless steel flat wire. The result is exceptional stability, quick response and long-lasting performance.

The sound character can be adjusted depending on the selected tension:

• Soft: easy response and reduced tension for maximum playability
• Medium: warm, balanced and especially smooth sound
• Strong: increased brilliance, projection and power

Highlights

• Proven reference sound – one of the world’s most widely played viola A strings
• Excellent projection – clear, carrying tone with impressive reach
• Solid steel core – for precise response and high tuning stability
• Precision-rolled stainless steel flat-wire winding – comfortable feel and balanced sound development
• Long-lasting performance – consistently reliable tone over time
• Removable ball end – suitable for ball-end and loop-end fine tuners
• Made in Europe

Technical Details

• Instrument: Viola
• String: A (La)
• Series: Larsen Original Viola
• Core: Solid steel core
• Winding: Precision-rolled stainless steel flat wire
• String end: Removable ball end
• Origin: Made in Europe

Available Tensions

• Soft: 7.7 kg / 17.0 lbs
• Medium: 8.2 kg / 18.1 lbs
• Strong: 8.4 kg / 18.5 lbs

Sound Character: Versatile, Projecting and Reliable

The Larsen A string combines a warm, singing core sound with clear articulation and excellent projection. It works beautifully with many modern viola string sets and is often used as a reference string when optimising the whole instrument. For violists seeking a versatile, durable and tonally balanced A string, the Larsen Viola A is a trusted professional choice.