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If i bow a violin string exactly at 1/3rd of the length,what partials will be missing ?
why do we wrap the strings of a bass or cello?
Popular Professional cello strings are Larsen, Jargar and Spirocore.
Steel core is preferred for cello. Modern cellists demand a focused, powerful tone that can cut through an ensemble.
Cello A and D strings are either Aluminum, Nickel or Chromesteel wound. Aluminum is warmer, and Chrome is brighter. Nickel strings are in between.
Cello G and C strings are either Silver, Chromesteel, or Tungsten wound. Tungsten alloy strings are the most popular for professionals.
Bass String Tech
Our most popular selling professional bass strings are Pirastro Obligato, D'Addario Helicore, Corelli Tungsten, and Thomastik Spirocore.
The selection of bass strings is complicated due to the range of playing styles of bass players. Increasingly, bassists are asking for a string that can do it all, pizz and arco. It is true that no hybrid string is better at pizz than a pizzicato specific string, but you can still get close enough.
Another aspect of bass strings is the diameter. Thickness varies widely between brands. Some pizzicato players prefer a thick string because of the feel. These strings usually require adjustments to the grooves in the nut and bridge. If this is not done, the strings may unravel or break.