Cello Strings

Have you ever said the words "they don't make them like they used to" and sincerely meant it? If so, this might be the selection of cello strings for you. Although there have been all manner of synthetic cores developed over the years, there's no denying that natural gut strings were the originals on the world's first cellos. And for many players, that means no other string can compare - not only for authenticity's sake, but also in terms of sheer performance. For those players, or any cellist who wants to get back to the instrument's roots, a set of gut cello strings is certainly worth considering. So go ahead and take a look for yourself to see how going old-school can help you develop your classical sound.

Some of the best examples of gut cello strings are found in Pirastro's Chorda Series. Pirastro is one of the world's top string makers, with a history that stretches back long enough for them to remember when gut strings were still the default choice. The Pirastro Chorda Series Cello A String, C String, D String and G String are like an homage to that time. Naturally, they're packaged individually so it's easy to make spot replacements or to customize your instrument by choosing to mount gut strings only in certain positions. These strings are a go-to for baroque cellos, available in a handful of gauges with certain styles offering the choice between silver and copper as well.

That's really what it's all about with cello strings: choice. There are tons of different strings on the market, and choosing the best ones for your cello is as much about personal preference as it is about tradition. You're free to pick out the right strings for your own playing style, and if that means gut cello strings, then this section is the place to get started. Musicians have been playing strings like these since the birth of the cello, after all, so it wouldn't be a stretch to call them the most timeless type of string you'll find.