Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings are one of the most popular choices for professional violinists, violists, cellists and double bassists. These strings are loved for many reasons including their powerful, brilliant and colourful sound, wide dynamic range and beautiful projection.
Violist and Simply for Strings Sales Associate, Sophia Mackson, shares her thoughts on the popular strings by Pirastro.
I started using Evah Pirazzi strings on my viola when I was 17 years old. I remember the immediate difference and improvement in sound quality on my instrument. I was blown away by the incredible responsiveness the strings provided! Now, I study viola at university and Evah Pirazzi strings are my go-to for my viola.
I love that Evah Pirazzi strings provide a large variety of tone colours. It's quite amazing to have access to something like that from a set of strings.
If it's a quiet moment or a virtuosic one, these strings definitely provide!
As well, the range of dynamic variability is extraordinary. It had never been something I'd ever thought about when choosing strings, but I love that they provide such give and take in dynamics. They are very responsive to anything you want to do in your playing, and the level of projection is enormous.
These strings are also great for me as they settle so quickly when fresh. It only has ever taken a few days for the strings to fully settle for my viola, which is amazing. Wearing the strings in has never been an issue. The durability they provide as well means that for someone who uses their instrument everyday, you can get a good six months out of them, which is great!
These strings are known for their bright sound quality. Used quite widely by internationally recognised soloists, such as Nicola Benedetti and Vilde Frang, it shows how well they suit many instruments. The vibrant sounds makes projection in orchestral, chamber music and solo settings easier. The synthetic core adds to the responsiveness of the string.
All in all, Evah Pirazzi strings are my go-to for my viola and for any recommendations because of the wide variety of positive factors they have.
