Dr Thomastik Violin Strings (1314/4) Description 4/4, A-String, Aluminum Wound, Medium Gauge Comparable in sound to gut, without gut's disadvantages These strings have a highly flexible, multi-strand nylon core and cater for artists who feel uncomfortable with steel strings. The resounding success of our Dominant string owes a lot to its similarity in tone and response to gut strings, without gut's attendant drawbacks. The sound of the Dominant string is full and mellow, yet rich in overtones. Its radiance, its ability to project sound without being metallic, comes to the fore both in Arco and pizzicato. Other advantages are Dominant's effortless response to intricate fingering and its tuning stability even under extreme atmospheric conditions. But Dominant's beauty of tone is not as long lasting as that of a steel string, a price the discerning musician will be prepared to pay for this quality of sound. Dominant strings should be changed at appropriate intervals to ensure continuity of tone color. Features: Made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic coreProvide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidityThe sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtonesIts radiance and ability to project sound without being metallic comes to the fore both in Arco and pizzicato passageEffortless response to intricate fingering and its tuning stability even under extreme atmospheric conditions Product Details: Item Weight: 3.2 ouncesProduct Dimensions: 0.1 x 4.5 x 4.5 inchesShipping Weight: 0.32 ouncesItem model number: 1314/4 Payment We accept Paypal payments only. Sales tax may be applied to your purchase as we possess sales tax certificates for all states we collect sales tax in. If your state is one that we charge sales tax in, you will see the sales tax charge at time of checkout before you submit payment. Delivery Expedited shipping is free. Handling time on our orders is normally between 1-2 business days. Your order should reach you within 1-3 business days. We do not ship to AK, HI, PO boxes, or APO addresses. We're not responsible for any incorrect or undeliverable addresses. We only ship to the confirmed Paypal address. We don't accept requests to change shipping addresses post purchase. We do not ship to AK, HI, PO boxes, or APO addresses. We are not responsible for any incorrect or undeliverable addresses. We only ship to the confirmed Paypal address. Please note that manufactures update their packaging from time to time and that the packaging images shown in our product may vary from what you ultimately receive however be assured you are receiving the identical contents you ordered. Return Policy You may return new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a refund, and a restocking fee may apply. Return shipping fees are not refundable. Message us for return instructions if you have questions. Support & Feedback We take our reputation seriously, we buy and sell online, so we understand the value of trust. If you are unsatisfied with your order, please contact us and we will work with you to resolve it to your satisfaction. Contact us via eCRATER messaging and we will respond within 1 business day. Our office hours are 8AM-4PM PST Monday-Friday. We thank you for your business!