Low tension violin strings

1. How does string tension affect violin?
2. How do I choose the tension on my violin strings?
3. How much tension is in a violin string?
4. What is the lowest violin string?

How does string tension affect violin?

Heavy or thick gauge strings (heavy or high tension)

They require greater tension to produce the correct tone, and they are less responsive. This makes them trickier to play and harder on more tender or weaker fingers.

How do I choose the tension on my violin strings?

Steel-core strings tune up to a higher tension better than any other types. When experimenting with different strings, it's usually best to begin with medium-gauge strings first and then go to a different gauge only if necessary. On some instruments, the higher tension can actually choke the sound.

How much tension is in a violin string?

Violin Equal Tension Strings

What is the lowest violin string?

The lowest note of a violin, tuned normally, is G₃, or G below middle C (C4). (On rare occasions, the lowest string may be tuned down by as much as a fourth, to D₃.)