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- #2 in Cello Strings
Designed for optimum playability, D’Addario’s Helicore cello strings are one of the most versatile stranded-steel core strings available. Used by professionals and students, Helicore cello strings suit many playing styles, levels and instruments. They are often preferred by alternative-style and electric instrument players. D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting strings. Helicore cello strings are crafted with a multi-stranded steel core, giving them great playability and a clear, warm tone. The smaller string diameter provides quick bow response while the quality of materials and workmanship craft a string with excellent pitch stability and longevity. Packaged in uniquely-designed sealed pouches, Helicore strings have unparalleled protection from the elements that cause corrosion. Scaled to fit a 4/4 size cello with a playing length of 27-1/2 inches (700mm), these medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry. Since 1905, D’Addario has been providing artists and players with the tools they need to perform their magic. As musicians ourselves, we have the unique ability to engineer products that inspire other musicians. The D’Addario family’s vision, creativity, passion and tradition have made us the world’s largest musical instrument string manufacturer. We put our family’s heart, soul and love for making music into every string and instrument accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.
gnostic student
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025
Helicore are great for C and G. I don’t like them as much for d and a.I really like Helicore C and G combined with Larsen d and a.I like that the Helicores are thin and fast response for C and G. I like the tone too. On d and a they seem too thin and too bright. They’re also more affordable than other C and G strings and I don’t think they’re any less nice than more expensive C and G strings. Durability is good too.
FirstFiddle
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2024
I'm a violin teacher of a lot of young students. Violinists have strong preferences for their strings, but this brand seems to work well for most student instruments. It's got a nice robust sound, with a nice warm-bright balance. I use a different string for my personal instrument, and recommend other strings for more advanced students, but this is my go-to for younger students for quality and affordability.
Joshua Melia
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2024
I use these on my Yamaha SVC-110 and my acoustic cello. They sound great and don't break the bank.
Barry D. Johnson
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2024
A great value with a nice woody texture. Nice neutral sound. Good for chamber music or orchestra.
Huy
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2024
Upgrading from prelude strings to helicore but only with the A string since the higher notes on the prelude A string has unwanted tones, and testing these strings before fully invested. After first test run, gotta get the helicore D string to go with this. Also, I have tried Larsen soloist edition A string (they are way too bright, loud, and overpowering in comparison with prelude.The first impression on this Helicore A string was quite ‘fun’. The sensitivity and responsiveness is very satisfying. Like it just take you on a ride and you want to go for more. Kinda like someone introduce you to ice cream for the first time and it was good. How do you describe the feeling of better?Going to add on the D strings, then G, and maybe C since the overall cost is about ~$6 difference. So that I don’t feel too committed on a single set since there are other strings to try.
Merychelo
Reviewed in Mexico on July 16, 2023
No me gustó porque se apaga inmediatamente el sonido,claro en cada chelo es diferente,se que a mí chelo le van prelude,flexocor y jargar,pero está definitivamente no
Daniel
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023
Put these on a cello I just bought in the 3k range. The existing A string broke from age, so I decided to go all in with a new set. These strings were selected for my celllo by the original maker, and oh my do they sound incredible! The sound is not exactly “bright” but has the fullness and richness to bring out that extra dimension of sound from the instrument body itself.Only downside, they might exaggerate your wolf tone. Because the harmonics are so rich (and there’s just plain more sound coming out of the instrument) , you may find that your wolf has moved, or split. I’m waiting for a wolf tuner I ordered to arrive, to see how it balances these.They also break in very quickly, only had them on for a couple days, and the tuning was very stable. Was surprised to come back the 3rd day and find my D and A strings still in tune.
AJNemo
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023
I upgraded from a student cello to an Eastman MC-405. My teacher recommended getting something better than student grade strings for it, so I decided to give the Helicores a try. The C, G, and D string are great! They have a nice tone and are easy to play, the A string, however.... the A string is has a very harsh, tinny, metallic sound to it. I brought this up on a Facebook cello group, and it turns out that this is a very common opinion. No less than a dozen people recommended getting a Larsen A string to go with a Helicore C G and D. That seems to have fixed the problem! I am still loving the CG and D strings though!
nono
Reviewed in France on October 26, 2019
Parfait, très satisfait de cette corde de la, qui ”couine” bien moins que mon ancienne ”d'addario prélude”. je suis très satisfait. le son est plus chaud également.
daniela sabbioni
Reviewed in Italy on September 15, 2015
Ottimo il costo e la resa sul violoncello elettrico, veramente consigliato, io le ho trovate in offerta, ma anche a prezzo intero convengono rispetto ad altri negozi
Nahum
Reviewed in Germany on March 9, 2014
Mit den D'Addario Helicore in der Ausführung "leichte Spannung" (light tension) bin ich sehr zufrieden. Als ambitionierter Amateurmusiker suchte ich Saiten, die voll klingen, aber auch gut zu greifen sind. Dieser Saitensatz erfüllt das hervorragend. Die A und D Saiten klingen etwas wie die tiefen Saiten einer Viola, die G und D Saiten sprechen trotz der gegenüber einem Medium-Satz geringeren Spannung gut an. Ein Minuspunkt wäre allenfalls für einige das lange Nachklingen (ich selbst mag das sogar gern).Die Helicore Saiten haben ähnlich den wesentlich teureren Saiten von Larsen oder Thomastik Spirocore einen verflochtenen Stahlkern, die A und D Saiten haben eine Umwicklung aus Titan, die G und C Saite aus Wolfram (sonst auch nur bei wesentlich teureren Saiten zu finden).Gut geeignet sind die Helicore-Saiten mit "light tension" auch für akustische Cellos mit elektrischer Verstärkung.
Mewsyke
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 10, 2014
I love these strings!! True to the Helicore range, the strings are thinner and the "Light Tension" edition is lighter under the fingers, giving the cellist an advantage especially where it's such strenuous work to play the instrument as a kick-off. Despite the light tension there is no loss of tone, but plenty of response.As a violinist and violist I've always used Helicore (for the same reasons) but the lightness of touch on the cello seems more distinct somehow, which makes the instrument more of a partner than a lion to be tamed.Can thoroughly recommend them. Reasonably priced as a bonus!!
MusicMan007
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2012
I bought a set of D'Addario Helicore Cello Strings for a recently purchased second cello (which was used). The cello, from a reputable company, came with terrible sounding strings which needed immediate replacements. Since I wanted to compare my two cellos by equalizing the strings and using the same bow, it made sense to order Helicore strings (FYI my primary cello came with the Helicore). As stated in other reviews for this product, the strings made a huge improvement in tone and projection on my second cello. The "o.k." cello became a decent one simply by changing the strings. I was amazed to find that the Helicore strings made that much difference. Now, I'm really sold on the Helicore strings. I believe it's worth spending $100 on this set. I highly recommend it.Perhaps, you may be wondering how the comparison of the cellos went. My primary cello (newer but better material) easily won, but my second cello is not too far behind now.Update (9/15/2013): Since my earlier post above, I've purchased third cello, and as in the past, I've ordered a new set of Helicore and replaced the strings that came with the cello. I, of course, played the cello with the original strings first, but they were not good enough for me. The new set of Helicore made amazing difference once again. The Helicore strings on the first and second cellos are still performing wonderfully. I love Helicore, but I am planning to test out a different set of strings next time. I will write a review, comparing the set with Hlicore. Until then, happy celling!
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