Essential Information About the Thomastik ALPHAYUE Medium Viola String Set
- Entry-level set at an affordable price, designed for reliable first-time equipment.
- Synthetic core offering easy response and effortless modulation.
- Monel winding on the G and C strings, an alloy naturally resistant to corrosion, appreciated in cases of heavy perspiration and suitable for people sensitive to nickel.
- Renowned Thomastik quality, with a tension exclusively available in Medium.
ALPHAYUE: a name designed for first steps
ALPHAYUE is a name inspired by Greek and Chinese, evoking the idea of "first contact with music." Within the Thomastik range, this set is positioned as an accessible solution to equip a 4/4 viola with modern strings that are easy to handle, while maintaining the brand's manufacturing standards.
For whom, and for what uses?
These strings are intended for beginner to intermediate violists seeking a soft touch, quick vibration initiation, and consistent response. They are particularly suitable for daily practice, lessons, ensembles, and classical and modern repertoires where stability and ease of sound production are prioritized.
Sound characteristics
Thanks to the synthetic core on the D, G, and C strings, the attack is simple and the note sustain remains comfortable, helping to control the bow and intonation. The Monel winding on the G and C strings promotes a solid feel and good oxidation resistance, useful when hands sweat more. The A string, with its steel-carbon core, provides a direct and stable response.
Technical specifications
Size
- Instrument: 4/4 viola
- Scale length: 375 mm (approximately 14.8 inches )
Tension
- Tension: Medium (exclusively)
- Total set tension: 25.4 kg (57.0 lbs)
Strings
- A : steel-carbon core, removable ball end, tension 8.1 kg (18.8 lbs)
- D : synthetic core, chrome steel winding, tension 6.1 kg (13.6 lbs)
- G : synthetic core, Monel winding, tension 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs)
- C : synthetic core, Monel winding, tension 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs)
Miscellaneous
- G and C: Monel winding, an alloy naturally resistant to corrosion
- Positioning: nylon core strings offered at a price close to steel strings