Best Nickel Viola Strings in 2026

Solid steel core

Ideal for students

Made in the USA

<p>Sized to fit long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion. </p><p>Helicore viola strings are crafted with a multi-stranded steel core, resulting in optimal playability while producing a clear, warm tone. The smaller string diameter provides quick bow response. Premium quality materials combined with skilled workmanship produces strings known for excellent pitch stability and longevity. </p><p>D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.<p>

Long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm)

Medium tension

【3 FULL SETS OF VIOLA STRINGS:】 Come with 3 full sets of viola strings, A-1st & D-2nd & G-3rd & C-4th for each set.

【HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS:】 With high quality steel core, nickel chromium wound, nickel-plated ball end, they are durable.

【PROFESSIONALLY MANUFACTURED:】These viola strings are professionally manufactured with the most stringent quality control, the manufacturer have more than 15-years experiences for musical instruments.

🎻 QUICK RESPONSIVE TONE - MIVI PEAK viola strings are engineered to produce a brilliant warm and clear tone, designed for quick response made easy on the bows. The timbre is lively and rotund, the pitch is stable, resulting in excellent playability.

🎻 PREMIUM MATERIAL - Our PEAK viola strings are specially designed for viola players in mind. The strings A, D, G, & C are made of synthetic core with silver and aluminum wound offering balanced strength and flexibility.

🎻 SEALED PROTECTION - The full viola strings replacement set comes individually packed and sealed to ensure the high standards of quality. Each string is separately wrapped to prevent unwanted friction or oxidation.

Expressive tone: expanded tonal palette designed to complement student instruments

Affordable sophistication: elevated quality at an accessible cost

Excellent pitch-stability: the best tuning stability of any synthetic core string available

Made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core

Provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity

The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones

<p>Sized to fit long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. </p><p>Pro-Arte synthetic core viola strings have a warm, mellow tone. They are less sensitive to humidity and temperature changes, and break in quickly. Pro-Arte strings are manufactured at a lower tension in order to maximize bow response, tonal blend and playability. The perfect choice for players seeking a warm, dark tone.</p><p>D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.<p>

Long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm)

Medium tension

<p>Sized to fit medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm) these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches providing unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion. </p><p>Zyex synthetic core strings produce an extremely warm, rich sound. Zyex strings are made from a new generation of synthetic material, creating strings that are incredibly stable under drastic climatic conditions. Within a matter of hours, Zyex settles in on the instrument with a sound that is warmer than most other synthetic core strings. Zyex is also an excellent choice for use on bright sounding instruments.</p><p>D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.<p>

Medium-scale viola (body length 15-15 3/4 inches) with a playing length of 14 1/8 inches (360mm)

Medium tension

Steel Core

Fits 14“ 13.5” 13“ inch Size

Vision

Viola

Synthetic Core

C String

up to 16.5" Viola

Medium Gauge

INNOVATIVE LEADER IN STRING TECHNOLOGY: Rondo viola strings are the perfect choice for advanced players and professionals who need to cut through dense acoustical situations as well as blend well in more intimate settings.

SOUND DEVELOPMENT: The Rondo viola A string exudes a tonal warmth while maintaining a compact, core sound. Its high dynamic range and wide palette of colors provide a harmonious tonal balance which adapts well in any musical setting.

RESPONSIVE TO THE BOW: The Rondo viola A string responds quickly and effortlessly to the bow yet provides enough resilience for the player to ‘dig in’ and sustain pressure when needed.

Steel Core

Fits 13“ inch Size

C String

for up to 16.5" Viola

Medium Gauge

Long-scale viola (body length 16-16 1/2 inches) with a playing length of 15 inches (380mm)

Medium tension

Kaplan Amo delivers warmth, richness, and flexibility for brighter instruments

G string

up to 16.5" Viola

Medium guage

D String

up to 16.5" Viola

Medium Gauge

Made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core

Provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity

The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones

Made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core

Provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity

The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones

Have a flexible multiwire spiral rope core

Offer a longer period of musical vibration

Significantly reduce inertia

G String

up to 16.5" Viola

Medium Gauge

Alphayue

Viola

Synthetic core

Strings for practice, especially for violas beginners

Full string set includes: A-1st, D-2nd, G-3rd, C-4th

Made of steel core with Ni-Fe alloy winding, nickel-plated ball-end

Full set

Up to 16.5" viola

Medium Gauge

【2 Sets of Viola Strings】 With a playing length of 65cm/25.6in, it comes with two sets - eight viola strings in total - for viola instruments. Each complete set contains A-1st, D-2nd, G-3rd, and C-4th. They are in different thicknesses for different acoustic spectrums.

【Super Nickel-Plated Material】 They adopt selective material as steel core, nickel-chromium wound, and nickel-plated ball end. These four strings are featured in superior quality and high tenacity, so they are sturdy and durable.

【Good Splendid Sound】 The sound from the strings is loud and beautiful without any bloop. They can help improve the learners’ interest and help them practice in high spirits. You must love those excellent strings.

The four viola strings in one set are suitable for 14 "-16" violas, a good substitute for viola lovers.

The four viola strings in one set are suitable for 14 "-16" violas, a good substitute for viola lovers.

This product is made of high quality steel core, which offers excellent toughness and even tension.