Synthetic Core, Pure Silver Wound  |
| Sound Characteristics * Brilliant, round yet well-defined "soloistic" tone. * Great warmth and projection, with focus and clarity, especially on the D and G. * Absence of commonly present under-ear hiss. * Energetic, intense projection. * Capable of a wide range of artistic expression and nuance. * Extremely versatile, useful in a variety of performance styles and applications. Playing Characteristics * Extremely short settle-in time for both pitch and tonality. * Excellent with double-stops and octave cross-overs. * Little or no harsh or steely tone during break-in. * Effortless, satisfying left hand feeling. Extremely quick and easy bow response. * Tremendously even string-to-string play and performance. |