Description
Thomastik-Infeld Dominantviolin strings are the standard by which all synthetic core stringsare measured, making them one of the most popular sets of strings among musicians of all levels.
Made with a Perlon core, Thomastik Dominant violin strings have a clearyet warm sound that is rich with overtones. These strings are the ideal balance between brilliant and warm, broad and focused. Dominant strings are known for bringing out the full essence of any violin’s sound so your instrument can play to its full potential.
Their excellent tuning stability and superior-quality sound make Thomastik Dominant strings a popular choice for students and professionals alike.
Tone: Warmth with clarity; brilliant with complex overtones
Playability: Veryresponsive
Stability: Resistant to climate and temperature change
E String Options:
Tin plated carbon-steel (4/4 only): Balance of brilliant, yet warm
Steel (or “Unwound”): Bright and loud
Aluminum: Bright with depth
Gold (E alone): Warm with projection
Click here to explore mixed sets including E string options from different brands.
“No E” sets are also available.
Gauge Options:
Medium: Standard Dominant gauge
Stark (4/4 only): Heavy gauge with more power and projection
Weich (4/4 only): Lighter with easier playability, more delicate sound
Thomastik-Infeld Dominant violin string composition:
E string: Chrome Steel, Tin (Pewter) over carbon steel, Aluminum over steel, or Gold-plated steel
A string: Aluminum overperlon
D string: Aluminum overperlon, or Silver over perlon
G string: Silver overperlon
See the next evolution of Dominant strings, the Dominant Pro.
Elizabeth (verified owner) –
Southwest Strings is my go-to. Dependable service, reasonable prices, fast shipping.
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Zhuo (verified owner) –
Fast delivery
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Nima (verified owner) –
Nice strings came when it was expected.
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Kara (verified owner) –
These low tension strings are perfect for an antique violin that needs a “middle of the road” balance between tension and sound production. Thomastik has pulled it off with these strings. I’ve tried many string combos to see what works on my fiddle and none produce the sound Dominants make. I order the standard set with the chrome steel E and it works beautifully. My violin goes mad if I try and change to any other brand. I have tried various E strings with them and the Pirastro Gold E works but can tend to mute the lower strings while making the A string a bit shrill. The Goldbrokat E made my A string warmer but brightened up the G and D. The Larsen Tzigane E is nice but tends to make the A string too warm while making the others louder. I did try the Tin plated Dominant E but it is too thin and shrill. The Chrome steel Dominant E is the best fit for this set, at least on my violin. I still will use the Gold E or Goldbrokat in a pinch but the Dominant chrome steel E seems to bring out the best in the set. It’s warm, powerful, thick under the fingers and makes all the other strings sound as they should. Who knew? I didn’t even need to switch out the E after all!
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Rene (verified owner) –
The strings arrived in a timely fashion and worked perfectly.
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