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Your cart is empty.The modern synthetic fiber string for violin with the following features:
- warm, brilliant sound
- big soloistic and powerful tonal volume
- highest degree of modulation
- easiest response
- uneffected by humidity
Griffith
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024
I love these so much I bought an extra set. The strings are so warm and expressive. They don't sound muddy in higher positions. And I cannot sing enough praise for the gold E string!!!This E is the best E I've ever used. It's so clear it just sings!! The E holds its tune way better than G D and A. I've had to adjust those a lot at the beginning while they stretched but the E is so perfect, I've not had to adjust it more than once or twice. Even if I decide to try other strings someday, I might stick with this E forever. It's so, so, so, SO pretty!!Well worth the investment.
Griffith
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024
I love these so much I bought an extra set. The strings are so warm and expressive. They don't sound muddy in higher positions. And I cannot sing enough praise for the gold E string!!!This E is the best E I've ever used. It's so clear it just sings!! The E holds its tune way better than G D and A. I've had to adjust those a lot at the beginning while they stretched but the E is so perfect, I've not had to adjust it more than once or twice. Even if I decide to try other strings someday, I might stick with this E forever. It's so, so, so, SO pretty!!Well worth the investment.
Jduan Davis
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
I have a violin that’s more on the warm and darker tone, antique German violin . The G and D string bring out the complexity and richness in the lower strings. However the A string is just eh, I also hate the gold E string. It’s just there for looks, and tone is just too blunt and bright.
Jduan Davis
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
I have a violin that’s more on the warm and darker tone, antique German violin . The G and D string bring out the complexity and richness in the lower strings. However the A string is just eh, I also hate the gold E string. It’s just there for looks, and tone is just too blunt and bright.
fiddlinjim
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024
I put a new set of the Obligatos on my medium ($5,000) priced violin because of all the hype and praise from other users but I did not like them at all. They took 2 days to stretch out and after they were stretched I found them be neither warm nor mellow and the "D" had a raspy sound.However the Obligato gold "E" does sound quite good.I replaced the Obligato G-D-A with new Dadarrio Helicores and what a difference, the Helicores produce a much more even and warm sound than the expensive Obligatos.
fiddlinjim
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024
I put a new set of the Obligatos on my medium ($5,000) priced violin because of all the hype and praise from other users but I did not like them at all. They took 2 days to stretch out and after they were stretched I found them be neither warm nor mellow and the "D" had a raspy sound.However the Obligato gold "E" does sound quite good.I replaced the Obligato G-D-A with new Dadarrio Helicores and what a difference, the Helicores produce a much more even and warm sound than the expensive Obligatos.
Dan Jones
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2024
Very soft strings that produce a warm, beautiful sound. They're a little pricey, but when it comes to the violin and getting the most out of it, you get what you pay for. I always have a spare set of these for my nicer violin (the practice violin has dominant pros).
Dan Jones
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2024
Very soft strings that produce a warm, beautiful sound. They're a little pricey, but when it comes to the violin and getting the most out of it, you get what you pay for. I always have a spare set of these for my nicer violin (the practice violin has dominant pros).
Borlev
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2023
This set of strings allowed me to uncover the beautiful sound on my new very good violin - that came from the seller unfortunately with a cheaper strings. My conclusion was that having spent more than $1.5K on a violin it makes big sense to spend a bit more money and buy the best strings and enjoy your sound...
Borlev
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2023
This set of strings allowed me to uncover the beautiful sound on my new very good violin - that came from the seller unfortunately with a cheaper strings. My conclusion was that having spent more than $1.5K on a violin it makes big sense to spend a bit more money and buy the best strings and enjoy your sound...
apinidaho
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2021
I purchased a new violin online, mid-range price, and thought I would try playing it in comparison with the student violin that I had been playing and had outgrown. The new violin looks beautiful, except the strings were cheap and sounded so terrible. I ordered and put these Obligato strings on. What a difference! The sound is wonderful and it also improves the playability with the bow. I definitely would recommend these strings. It is most assuredly worth the cost. I am purchasing another set as a spare set.
apinidaho
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2021
I purchased a new violin online, mid-range price, and thought I would try playing it in comparison with the student violin that I had been playing and had outgrown. The new violin looks beautiful, except the strings were cheap and sounded so terrible. I ordered and put these Obligato strings on. What a difference! The sound is wonderful and it also improves the playability with the bow. I definitely would recommend these strings. It is most assuredly worth the cost. I am purchasing another set as a spare set.
Mike R
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2012
almost no break in time, warm, rich, loud, passionate - everything I want in a string is right here. Was afraid of the set but may try them next to see what all the fuss is about. Makes such a HUGE difference in sound over cheaper strings, it's amazing. Gold E does tend to squeak - just play that E more confidently and you'll get rid of the squeak.JUST GET THEM! Especially if you have a semi-decent fiddle. You'll be so happy you did.
Mike R
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2012
almost no break in time, warm, rich, loud, passionate - everything I want in a string is right here. Was afraid of the set but may try them next to see what all the fuss is about. Makes such a HUGE difference in sound over cheaper strings, it's amazing. Gold E does tend to squeak - just play that E more confidently and you'll get rid of the squeak.JUST GET THEM! Especially if you have a semi-decent fiddle. You'll be so happy you did.
silver trumpet and violin
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2009
I just ordered my second pair of the Obligatos. They are great all around strings; much better than the Corellis I replaced. My first pair of Obligatos lasted a year and a half, then I noticed they weren't as responsive, and became more difficult to play. Actually, I was surprised they lasted that long. The new set was easy to break in (tuning stablizied within a week) and they have a great tone. (I think my violin would sound good with a lot of different brands of strings, however the obligatos really make a subtle difference to me, especially on sustained notes). They can make a really good violin sound great. I know they are expensive, but they last longer than traditional gut strings, and I love that they stay in tune. I ordered mine through Johnson String Instruments, and I received them within a week of ordering them. (I know JSI was a few dollars more than their competitors, but they have great service--this is my third order from them and I intend to order from them in the future.)I wouldn't put the obligatos on a student level violin, but if you have a fairly decent violin ($5000-10,000 range) they are worth the price. If I could afford to change them out more frequently, I would, but they still sound great after a year and a half of playing about 10 hours per week.
silver trumpet and violin
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2009
I just ordered my second pair of the Obligatos. They are great all around strings; much better than the Corellis I replaced. My first pair of Obligatos lasted a year and a half, then I noticed they weren't as responsive, and became more difficult to play. Actually, I was surprised they lasted that long. The new set was easy to break in (tuning stablizied within a week) and they have a great tone. (I think my violin would sound good with a lot of different brands of strings, however the obligatos really make a subtle difference to me, especially on sustained notes). They can make a really good violin sound great. I know they are expensive, but they last longer than traditional gut strings, and I love that they stay in tune. I ordered mine through Johnson String Instruments, and I received them within a week of ordering them. (I know JSI was a few dollars more than their competitors, but they have great service--this is my third order from them and I intend to order from them in the future.)I wouldn't put the obligatos on a student level violin, but if you have a fairly decent violin ($5000-10,000 range) they are worth the price. If I could afford to change them out more frequently, I would, but they still sound great after a year and a half of playing about 10 hours per week.
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