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voice Versum Solo A+D Spirocore G+C = impeccable focus and

with a sweet top VERSUM A+D VERSUM SOLO G+C = fine, open

powerful harmony VERSUM A+D VERSUM G+C = a velvety, warm

.......................................................... 106 Spirocore.

.......................................................116 Belcanto.

...........................................................118 Classic Line Alphayue.

................................................................128 Superflexible.

1 Cello Strings 101 SoundChartcelloStrings Contentcello VERSUM SOLO A+D VERSUM SOLO G+C = vital power with elegant voice Versum Solo A+D Spirocore G+C = impeccable focus and maximum power Versum A+D Spirocore G+C = a focused bottom with a sweet top VERSUM A+D VERSUM SOLO G+C = fine, open sound Versum Solo A+D Versum G+C = warmth and brilliance in powerful harmony VERSUM A+D VERSUM G+C = a velvety, warm bottom with a sweet top Premium Line Versum Solo Versum Spirocore Artist Line Belcanto Gold Belcanto Dominant Classic Line Alphayue Spirit! Superflexible Präzision

102 103 VERSUM SOLO powerful body soloistic brilliance maximum resilience For over 18 months VERSUM SOLO was put to the test with more than 100 international soloists and professional musicians in

2 VERSUM SOLO powerful body soloistic brilliance maximum resilience For over 18 months VERSUM SOLO was put to the test with more than 100 international soloists and professional musicians in 300 independent try-outs. The VERSUM SOLO edition offers unprecedented possibilities of combining color, sound and texture. These strings were designed for profound power, ideal response and optimal projection and they deliver! With effortless virtuosity they are poised to enhance the performances of even the most discerning players and cut through any acoustical situation. VERSUM SOLO A VERSUM SOLO G+C Sound brilliant Focus broad Playability easy Tension low Break-in-time short Lifetime average INSTRUMENTS THEY WANT TO PLAY WITH warm focused demanding high average long VERSUM SOLO A- and D-strings offer more presence for both bright and dark instruments. With the VERSUM SOLO A comes a new freedom of expression! It impresses with its richly smooth, saturated warm tone colors and soloistic brilliance. Even in full performance it does not compromise in sound, both in the delicate Pianissimo as well as the rich Fortissimo and still offers the diverse tonal palette a cellist needs on stage. Thanks to its effortless and elegant response VERSUM SOLO is swift to react. With a beautiful body and distinguished projection, the VERSUM SOLO A is a league of its own! VERSUM SOLO D The new VERSUM SOLO D compensates for the common flaws of D-strings and offers the captivating presence, textured body and vast color spectrum you have been searching for. Its exceptional design made of ultra-light aluminum and a synthetic coated copper winding allows for a much smaller string diameter than commonly expected from a D-string. The result: a brilliant, powerful and rich sound that turns the D-string into an ideal bridge between G and A. It also enables you to easily draw harmonic overtones from your instrument. After a short settling time VERSUM SOLO lets you express elegant piano nuances and lets you live your solistic presence to the fullest. VERSUM SOLO G- and C-strings embody an as yet unrivalled synthesis of explosive dynamics and graceful flexibility with the best possible response. Their solid, deep core tone is surprising with its brilliant and vivid note. Their modulation capability is just as exceptional: whether soft and sweet piano, valiant fortissimo passages or simply the earthy response the sky s the limit for the player. The intonation can also be fully customized: whether soft, hard or sharp, from Baroque to modern, VERSUM SOLO G- and C-strings offer the highest level of possible tones and variations. Combined with VERSUM SOLO A- and D-strings, the descant strings sound even livelier and more dynamic. At the same time, they support an exquisite sound with vocal quality. Available as full set and as A+D and G+C Twin Sound brilliant Focus broad Playability easy Tension low Break-in-time short Lifetime average INSTRUMENTS THEY WANT TO PLAY WITH warm focused demanding high average long VERSUM SOLO G- and C-strings enhance the tone of both deep and clear sounding instruments. TECHNICAL DETAILS TECHNICAL DETAILS VES41 a Steel Core Multialloy wound VES42 d Steel Core Multialloy wound Available in. VES43 G Spiral Core Tungsten/chrome wound VES44 C Spiral Core Tungsten/chrome wound Available in.

3 Robert demaine a true master of his instrument chooses a true master of string-making Steven Sharp Nelson THE PIANO GUYS proudly plays Versum and Spirocore Robert demaine Award-winning international soloist, chamber musician, and teacher Principal Cellist of Los Angeles Philharmonic proudly plays Versum, Versum Solo and Spirocore Photo: Josh Rossi Photo: Michelle Andonian

106 107 VERSUM VERSUM strings impress with a beautiful tonal balance.

4 VERSUM VERSUM strings impress with a beautiful tonal balance. Their focused sound and precise and powerful intonation give your instrument a unique personality and offer you great versatility in expression. A vast spectrum of tone colors and an ideal balance across all strings provide support for the cello s lower voice while accentuating its soloistic opportunities. The strings boast stability under changing conditions and stand the test of time. Available as full set and as A+D and G+C Twin They respond instantly, convince with their great dynamic range and are ideal for principal and orchestra players as well as chamber music. VERSUM A+D VERSUM g+c Sound brilliant Focus broad Playability easy Tension low Break-in-time short Lifetime average warm focused demanding high average long powerful sweetness sunny and open sound expressive intonation and focus VERSUM A and D inspire with their sweetness and their sunny and open sound, giving them height and air and a sense of warmth and fullness. velvety warmth rich sound pattern elegant and fine texture VERSUM C and G enchant with a velvety warmth, a powerful round color and beautiful depth. They create a smooth and saturated sound with a crisp texture that envelops your audience in its soundstage. Just like SPIROCORE, VERSUM is also engineered around an ultra-flexible spiral core and the game-changing tungsten winding. Sound brilliant Focus broad Playability easy Tension low Break-in-time short Lifetime average warm focused demanding high average long INSTRUMENTS THEY WANT TO PLAY WITH Because of their warm and crisp nature VERSUM strings are the ideal choice for neutral and bright sounding celli and support instruments that need more volume in the lower registers. TECHNICAL DETAILS TECHNICAL DETAILS VE41 a Steel Core Multialloy wound VE42 d Steel Core Multialloy wound Available in. VE43 G Spiral Core Tungsten/chrome wound VE44 C Spiral Core Tungsten/chrome wound Available in.

108 109 SPIROCORE round and rich sound with excellent brilliance precise focus outstanding lifespan A MODULAR STRING SELECTION FOR CELLO mix and match our strings Thomastik-Infeld Vienna engineered,

These strings support professional musicians, performing in orchestras or chamber music.

They shine with their powerful round sound, saturated depth, excellent brilliance and perfect fifths.

SPIROCORE g+c weich The lower tension of SPIROCORE weich gives your instrument more room and expression without compromising the powerful sound character of this string line ideal to perfectly adjust

5 SPIROCORE round and rich sound with excellent brilliance precise focus outstanding lifespan A MODULAR STRING SELECTION FOR CELLO mix and match our strings Thomastik-Infeld Vienna engineered, paired and perfected the ultra-flexible spiral core and the pioneering tungsten winding in 1957 making SPIROCORE the revolutionary original and enduring reference standard. These strings support professional musicians, performing in orchestras or chamber music. SPIROCORE g+c Spirocore G+C available as Twin Unlike common steel strings SPIROCOREs flexible core enables stable intonation and unerring focus. They shine with their powerful round sound, saturated depth, excellent brilliance and perfect fifths. With their high-performance capacity, impressive projection and quick response you will find them indispensable. Their outstanding durability is unparalleled and world-famous. SPIROCORE g+c weich The lower tension of SPIROCORE weich gives your instrument more room and expression without compromising the powerful sound character of this string line ideal to perfectly adjust tension-sensitive instruments. Sound brilliant Focus broad Playability easy Tension low Break-in-time short Lifetime average warm focused demanding high average long BRAND NEW! SPIROCORE g+c stark SPIROCORE stark offers the renowned SPIROCORE features with maximum endurance and power as well as exceptional focus for soloists. INSTRUMENTS THEY WANT TO PLAY WITH SPIROCORE G- and C-strings are a great accompaniment for darker sounding instruments. They are offered in all three tensions to ideally balance each instrument and its individual characteristics. TECHNICAL DETAILS S32 G Spiral Core Tungsten wound S33 C Spiral Core Tungsten wound

6 110 Spirocore Cello Strings Spirocore Cello Strings 111 Spirocore strings have a flexible multiwire spiral rope core. They offer a longer period of musical vibration and significantly reduce inertia. Spirocore strings are equally effective when playing arco or pizzicato. They are highly responsive and long lasting. Spirocore strings, widely recognized as the reference standard, are renowned for their distinctive tone and playability. Cello cm 27.6 S31 S25 S27 S28 S29 Tensions Instrument Cello cm 27.6 light (weich) = w (mittel) heavy (stark) = st All catalog numbers are tension. For light tension add w, for heavy tension add st to the catalog number. e.g. S25w or S25st. Specify when ordering. S25 a Spiral core Chrome wound S26 a Spiral core Aluminum wound S27 d Spiral core Chrome wound S27A d Spiral core Aluminum wound S28 G Spiral core Chrome wound S28A G Spiral core Silver wound S29 C Spiral core Chrome wound S30 C Spiral core Silver wound S32 G Spiral core Tungsten wound S33 C Spiral core Tungsten wound light heavy S25 a S26 a S27 d S27A d S28 G S28A G S29 C S30 C S32 G S33 C light heavy S S S S27A S S28A S S S S

7 112 Spirocore Cello Strings Spirocore Cello Strings 113 Instrument Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 Instrument Cello ½ 60 cm 23.6 S790 a Spiral core Chrome wound S791 d Spiral core Chrome wound S792 G Spiral core Chrome wound S793 C Spiral core Chrome wound S785 a Spiral core Chrome wound S786 d Spiral core Chrome wound S787 G Spiral core Chrome wound S788 C Spiral core Chrome wound Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 Cello ½ 60 cm 23.6 S S S S S790 S791 S792 S793 a d G C S794 S790 S791 S792 S793 S S S S S785 S786 S787 S788 a d G C S789 S785 S786 S787 S788

8 114 Spirocore Cello Strings Spirocore Cello Strings 115 Instrument Cello ¼ 54.5 cm 21.5 S775 a Spiral core Chrome wound S776 d Spiral core Chrome wound S777 G Spiral core Chrome wound S778 C Spiral core Chrome wound Cello ¼ 54.5 cm 21.5 S S S S S775 S776 S777 S778 a d G C S779 S775 S776 S777 S778 Spirocore strings have been an essential component of my career as a soloist and chamber musician since my youth. I cannot imagine doing justice to a Shostakovich concerto, a Bartok quartet or a Bach suite without them. They give me everything I need as a cellist: beauty of tone, responsiveness, consistency and the strength to cut through orchestras and ensembles, and in duo repertoire, to stand up against the power of today s 9-foot concert grand pianos. They are perfectly suited to my entire collection of instruments, which includes everything from a 1754 Guadagnini to a 2014 cello made in China. Spirocore is, and has been, my first choice of cello string, serving every need I have on stage and in the recording studio. David Finckel Winner of Musical America s 2012 Musicians of the year award, the Avery Fisher Prize and 8 Grammy awards Lisa-Marie Mazzucco

116 Belcanto Gold Cello Strings Belcanto Cello Strings 117 Belcanto, that s a new string concept for cellos designed to capture the modern sound.

The Belcanto string system enables individual custom i - zation of sound without compromising tension balance by mixing strings from both sets Belcanto and Belcanto Gold.

9 116 Belcanto Gold Cello Strings Belcanto Cello Strings 117 Belcanto, that s a new string concept for cellos designed to capture the modern sound. Belcanto Gold strings offer a transparent, rich tone and a warm timbre. They are 100% nickel-free, suitable for players who have allergic reactions to nickel. The Belcanto string system enables individual custom i - zation of sound without compromising tension balance by mixing strings from both sets Belcanto and Belcanto Gold. Belcanto strings offer a bright, clear and balanced sound. The Belcanto string system including Belcanto and Belcanto Gold enables individual custom i - zation of sound without compromising tension balance by mixing strings from both sets. Instrument Cello cm 27.6 Instrument Cello cm 27.6 artist Line BC25G a Steel core Multialloy wound BC27G d Steel core Multialloy wound BC28G G Spiral core Multialloy wound BC33G C Spiral core Tungsten/multialloy wound Cello cm 27.6 BC25 a Steel core Chrome wound BC27 d Steel core Chrome wound BC28 G Spiral core Chrome wound BC33 C Spiral core Tungsten wound Cello cm 27.6 artist Line BC25G BC27G BC28G BC33G BC31G BC25G BC27G BC28G BC33G BC BC BC BC BC31 BC25 BC27 BC28 BC33 BC25G BC27G BC28G BC33G a d G C BC25 BC27 BC28 BC33 a d G C

118 Dominant Cello Strings Dominant Cello Strings 119 Dominant strings, made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core, provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being

10 118 Dominant Cello Strings Dominant Cello Strings 119 Dominant strings, made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core, provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity. The sound is soft, clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones. Cello cm Tensions Instrument Cello cm 27.6 light (weich) = w (mittel) heavy (stark) = st All catalog numbers are tension. For light tension add w, for heavy tension add st to the catalog number. e.g. 142w or 142st. Specify when ordering. artist Line 142 a Synthetic core Chrome wound 143 d Synthetic core Chrome wound 144 G Synthetic core Chrome wound 144A G Synthetic core Silver wound 145 C Synthetic core Chrome wound 145A C Synthetic core Silver wound light heavy 142 a 143 d 144 G 144A G 145 C 145A C light heavy artist Line A A

11 120 Dominant Cello Strings Dominant Cello Strings 121 Instrument Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 Instrument Cello ½ 60 cm ¾ a Synthetic core Chrome wound 143¾ d Synthetic core Chrome wound 144¾ G Synthetic core Chrome wound 145¾ C Synthetic core Chrome wound 142½ a Synthetic core Chrome wound 143½ d Synthetic core Chrome wound 144½ G Synthetic core Chrome wound 145½ C Synthetic core Chrome wound Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 Cello ½ 60 cm ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ 142¾ 143¾ 144¾ 145¾ 142½ ½ ½ ½ ½ 142½ 143½ 144½ 145½ artist Line 142¾ a 143¾ d 144¾ G 145¾ C 142½ a 143½ d 144½ G 145½ C artist Line

12 122 Dominant Cello Strings Dominant Cello Strings 123 Instrument Cello ¼ 54.5 cm 21.5 Instrument Cello ¹ 8 48 cm ¼ a Synthetic core Chrome wound 143¼ d Synthetic core Chrome wound 144¼ G Synthetic core Chrome wound 145¼ C Synthetic core Chrome wound 142¹ 8 a Synthetic core Chrome wound 143¹ 8 d Synthetic core Chrome wound 144¹ 8 G Synthetic core Chrome wound 145¹ 8 C Synthetic core Chrome wound Cello ¼ 54.5 cm 21.5 Cello ¹ 8 48 cm ¼ ¼ ¼ ¼ ¼ 142¼ 143¼ 144¼ 145¼ 142¹ ¹ ¹ ¹ ⅛ 142¹ 8 143¹ 8 144¹ 8 145¹ 8 artist Line 142¼ a 143¼ d 144¼ G 145¼ C 142¹ 8 a 143¹ 8 d 144¹ 8 G 145¹ 8 C artist Line

breakthrough string for students of all levels the number one choice for aspiring artists! ALPHAYUE surprises with sound qualities and balance never before available at this price point.

13 124 Alphayue Cello Strings Alphayue Cello Strings 125 ALPHAYUE For tomorrow s soloists Don t leave it to chance. Choose Game changing Beautiful balance across all strings Distinct warmth and well-aimed focus Soft finger feeling Excellent tuning stability and life span BREAKTHROUGH DESIGN ALPHAYUE is a breakthrough string for students of all levels the number one choice for aspiring artists! ALPHAYUE surprises with sound qualities and balance never before available at this price point. Advanced materials married with a sophisticated design result in a professional sound with renowned Thomastik-Infeld quality. NEW POSSIBILITIES When looking for ideal strings for a cello, common issues are shrill A-strings and dark, dull G- & C-strings. ALPHAYUE G and C delight with beautiful warmth and well-aimed focus. The customized Hydronalium winding makes the ALPHAYUE A-string thicker, leading to a very gentle feeling on your fingers as well as immediate playability. This combination of materials also delivers a distinctive warm sound with well-aimed focus offering new possibilities previously impossible to achieve at this level. THE ESSENCE OF ALPHAYUE The experience of joy in playing is the essence of ALPHAYUE defined by beautiful balance across all strings, instant response and effortless modulation. The strings quickly perk up to their full sound potential and impress with great tuning stability. Unaffected by temperature, humidity changes and perspiration they are also long lasting! They improve the sound of even the most basic student instruments, thus the sound of the orchestra as well. INSTRUMENTS, THEY LOVE Suitable for the full range of instruments, from dark to bright.

14 126 Alphayue Cello Strings Alphayue Cello Strings 127 TECHNICAL DETAILS Instrument: Cello cm 27.6 AL41 a Steel core Hydronalium wound AL42 d Steel core Multialloy wound AL43 G Rope core Chrome wound AL44 C Rope core Chrome wound AL400 Instrument: Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 AL41¾ a Steel core Hydronalium wound AL42¾ d Steel core Multialloy wound AL43¾ G Steel core Chrome wound AL44¾ C Rope core Chrome wound AL400¾ ALPHAYUE Cello is available in 4 ₄ and ¾. ½, ¼ and ⅛ also available later in 2018! Stay tuned.

128 Spirit! Cello Strings Spirit! Cello Strings 129 Vibrant and warm sound Easy response Soft left hand feeling Long life span Behind each string of the Spirit!

15 128 Spirit! Cello Strings Spirit! Cello Strings 129 Vibrant and warm sound Easy response Soft left hand feeling Long life span Behind each string of the Spirit! string line for violin and cello is the fundamental idea that making music should bring you joy. The advancing player and aspiring artist will discover that Spirit! strings provide them with everything needed to produce a distinguished sound for every kind of music. These strings impress with an even, balanced tone across all strings and have a beautiful, warm tone, making it also an excellent choice for those looking to balance out a brighter-sounding instrument. TECHNICAL DETAILS Instrument: Cello cm 27.6 SP41 a Steel core Chrome wound SP42 d Steel core Chrome wound SP43 G Rope core Chrome wound SP44 C Rope core Chrome wound SP400 Instrument: Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 SP41¾ a Steel core Chrome wound SP42¾ d Steel core Chrome wound SP43¾ G Rope core Chrome wound SP44¾ C Rope core Tungsten wound SP400¾ Instrument: Cello ½ 60 cm 23.6 SP41½ a Steel core Chrome wound SP42½ d Steel core Chrome wound SP43½ G Rope core Chrome wound SP44½ C Rope core Tungsten wound SP400½

16 130 Superflexible Cello Strings Superflexible Cello Strings 131 The steel rope core of Superflexible strings reduces stiffness and improves elasticity. The strings offer excellent purity of open fifths. Their impressive durability and tuning stability make them very dependable all-around strings. Cello cm Tensions Instrument Cello cm 27.6 light (weich) = w (mittel) heavy (stark) = st All catalog numbers are tension. For light tension add w, for heavy tension add st to the catalog number. e.g. 25w or 25st. Specify when ordering. 25 a Rope core Chrome wound 26 a Rope core Aluminum wound 27 d Rope core Chrome wound 28 G Rope core Chrome wound 28A G Rope core Silver wound 29 C Rope core Chrome wound 30 C Rope core Silver wound 32 G Rope core Tungsten wound 33 C Rope core Tungsten wound light heavy 25 a 26 a 27 d 28 G 28A G 29 C 30 C 32 G 33 C light heavy A

17 132 Superflexible Cello Strings Superflexible Cello Strings 133 Instrument Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 Instrument Cello ½ 60 cm a Rope core Chrome wound 791 d Rope core Chrome wound 792 G Rope core Chrome wound 793 C Rope core Chrome wound 785 a Rope core Chrome wound 786 d Rope core Chrome wound 787 G Rope core Chrome wound 788 C Rope core Chrome wound Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 Cello ½ 60 cm a 791 d 792 G 793 C 785 a 786 d 787 G 788 C

18 134 Superflexible Cello Strings Präzision Cello Strings 135 Instrument Cello ¼ 54.5 cm 21.5 Präzision strings have a solid steel core and produce a beautiful sound with brilliance. They are very durable, have a long life span and present a budget solution for players in all fields. 775 a Rope core Chrome wound 776 d Rope core Chrome wound 777 G Rope core Chrome wound 778 C Rope core Chrome wound Cello ¼ 54.5 cm 21.5 Instrument Cello cm a 776 d 777 G 778 C a Steel core Chrome wound 90A a Steel core Chrome wound 91 a Steel core Aluminum wound 93 d Steel core Chrome wound 95 G Steel core Chrome wound 96 G Steel core Silver wound 98 C Steel core Chrome wound 99 C Steel core Silver wound light heavy A

19 136 Präzision Cello Strings Präzision Cello Strings 137 Cello cm Tensions Instrument Cello ¾ 65 cm a Steel core Chrome wound 805 d Steel core Chrome wound 806 G Steel core Chrome wound 807 C Steel core Chrome wound light (weich) = w (mittel) heavy (stark) = st Cello ¾ 65 cm 25.6 All catalog numbers are tension. For light tension add w, for heavy tension add st to the catalog number. e.g. 90w or 90st. Specify when ordering. light heavy 90 a 90A a 91 a 93 d 95 G 96 G 98 C 99 C a 805 d 806 G 807 C

20 138 Präzision Cello Strings Präzision Cello Strings 139 Instrument Cello ½ 60 cm 23.6 Instrument Cello ¼ 54.5 cm a Steel core Chrome wound 781 d Steel core Chrome wound 782 G Steel core Chrome wound 783 C Steel core Chrome wound 770 a Steel core Chrome wound 771 d Steel core Chrome wound 772 G Steel core Chrome wound 773 C Steel core Chrome wound Cello ½ 60 cm 23.6 Cello ¼ 54.5 cm a 781 d 782 G 783 C 770 a 771 d 772 G 773 C

SoundChartcelloStrings. Contentcello. Premium Line. Versum Solo A+D. Versum Spirocore G+C

SoundChartcelloStrings. Contentcello. Premium Line. Versum Solo A+D. Versum Spirocore G+C Cello Strings 105 SoundChartcelloStrings Contentcello VERSUM SOLO A+D VERSUM SOLO G+C = vital power with elegant voice Versum Solo A+D Spirocore G+C = impeccable focus and maximum power Versum A+D Spirocore