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D'Addario H412 Helicore Long Scale Viola D String 14"-15" Short Scale
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Style: 14"-15" Short Scale
17+ Extra Long Scale
$17.99
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15+ Medium Scale
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14"-15" Short Scale
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16+ Long Scale Medium
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16+ Long Scale Heavy
$17.99
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16+ Long Scale Light
$17.99
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D'Addario Helicore strings have a multi-strand high-carbon steel core for flexible response and range. The core is overlaid with exotic alloy windings that provide extremely quick bow response and outstanding projection. The end result is a versatile viola string with very long playing life that is extremely stable under all playing conditions. Various scales and tensions (select from dropdown menu).
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