Product Detail
Kaplan Viola strings are a top choice for professional players, offering a wide range of options. There are two synthetic core sets - Kaplan Amo and Kaplan Vivo, and a stranded-steel core set named Kaplan Forza. Kaplan Amo is perfect for brighter instruments, bringing warmth, richness, and flexibility. Kaplan Vivo suits darker instruments, providing brilliance, clarity, and a robust feel. Both sets settle fast, with a rich tonal color and great bow response. Kaplan Forza offers even higher clarity, tonal focus, quicker bow response, and shorter settling time. These medium tension strings are sized for long-scale violas (body length 16 - 16 1/2 inches, playing length 15 inches or 380mm), meeting the needs of most players. They come in uniquely-designed sealed pouches, protecting them from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are made in the USA with strict quality controls. Key features: long-scale viola fit, medium tension, warmth and flexibility for brighter instruments, rich tone from synthetic core, short break-in time, excellent bow response, and high-quality US manufacturing.
Using these viola strings is easy. First, make sure your viola is a long - scale one with a body length of 16 - 16 1/2 inches and a playing length of 15 inches (380mm). Loosen the old strings and remove them carefully. Then, thread the new Kaplan Amo strings onto the pegs and tune them up slowly. You'll notice they settle quickly and have a great bow response right away. When it comes to maintenance, keep the strings in their sealed pouches when not in use to protect them from moisture and other elements that can cause corrosion. If the strings start to sound dull, it might be time to replace them. Also, clean your viola regularly to keep the strings in good condition. Enjoy playing with these high - quality strings!
