Serious strings for any occasion. The Thomastik Dominant 135 4/4 violin string set are the classic strings recommended for young musicians moving into more sophisticated playing. From there musicians stick by Dominant strings for life just like professional Hilary Hahn who has a long history with the brand. Step up your playing with Thomastik Dominants. Dominant strings combine tone and durability. Synthetic strings are strong flexible and comfortable whilst retaining a natural sound. This Thomastik set can withstand anything from air travel to vigorous double-stop fiddling. Known as a versatile string they cater for this sort of folky sound just as well as they do classic or jazz. Dominate with Dominants Dominant strings suit every player. Made for keen violinists they are a favourite with live studio and casual violinists alike. This versatile nature takes them all over the globe. Wherever they are their clear sound sings out despite humidity making themselves a name as a durable choice. Its unsurprising that theyre so strong with a flexible multi-strand nylon core. With Dominants at your fingertips you wont lose your nerve when playing even the highest note as it can be reached with the E strings steel core. Specifications Winding E String: Aluminium Wound A String: Aluminium Wound D String: Aluminium Wound G String: Silver Wound Gauges E String: 7.2 KG A String: 5.5 KG D String: 4.1 KG G String: 4.4 KG Material E String: Steel Core (Ball End) A String: Synthetic Core D String: Synthetic Core G String: Synthetic Core Strings: 130 131 132 133