Dominant Violin strings, made by Thomastik, are probably the most popular violin strings on the planet and are widely regarded as “the reference standard”. Dominant strings are made with a highly flexible, multi-strand synthetic core. They provide the tonal warmth and feel of a gut string while being impervious to changes in humidity. The sound is soft and clear with a stable intonation and they are rich in overtones. One of the world’s most popular type of strings!
Dominant Violin Strings Set Contents
The most popular dominant violin strings set is the 135 Standard set this has the following strings:
- 130 E string Aluminium wound with a Carbon Steel core and a ball end
- 131 A string Aluminium wound with a Synthetic core and a ball end
- 132 D string Aluminium wound with a Synthetic core and a ball end
- 133 G string Silver wound with a Synthetic core and a ball end
The 135B set is the same as the standard 135 sets with the exception of having a 129 Stainless Steel E string which has a removable ball end.
Both sets are available in Medium (most popular), Low and High tensions. There are variants for both the E and the D strings listed below. The A and G strings each just have a single option.
Are Dominant Violin Strings Good?
In short, yes. Dominants are great strings for many reasons which gives them very wide appeal to Violinists of all standards. They are probably the most popular Violin strings worldwide.
Dominant String Variations
Dominant E strings are available in the following alternatives:
- 129 E string Stainless Steel without winding and a removable ball end to suit both loop and ball fittings
- 129SN E string Carbon Steel core which is Tin plated and has a removable ball end to suit both loop and ball fittings
- 130 E string Carbon Steel core, Aluminium wound and has a ball end
- 130MS E string Carbon Steel core, Aluminium wound and has a loop end
Dominant D strings have the following options:
- 132 D string Synthetic core, Aluminium wound with a ball end
- 132A D string Synthetic core, Silver wound with a ball end
Available Sizes
- 4/4
- 3/4
- 1/2
- 1/4
- 1/8
- 1/16
Alternative Recommendations to Dominant Strings
Dominant Violin String Data
4/4 Dominant Violin String Tensions Reference Chart
| SKU | Low | Medium | High | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kg | lb | kg | lb | kg | lb | |
| 129 | 7.5 | 16.5 | 7.8 | 17.2 | 9.1 | 20.0 |
| 129SN | - | - | 8.3 | 18.3 | - | - |
| 129MS | 7.5 | 16.5 | 7.8 | 17.2 | 9.1 | 20.0 |
| 130 | 6.6 | 14.6 | 7.2 | 15.9 | 7.5 | 16.5 |
| 130MS | 6.6 | 14.6 | 7.2 | 15.9 | 7.5 | 16.5 |
| 131 | 4.6 | 10.1 | 5.5 | 12.1 | 5.9 | 13.0 |
| 132 | 3.9 | 8.6 | 4.1 | 9.1 | 5.4 | 11.9 |
| 132A | 4.0 | 8.8 | 4.5 | 9.9 | 5.5 | 12.1 |
| 133 | 3.9 | 8.6 | 4.4 | 9.9 | 4.9 | 10.8 |
4/4 Dominant Violin String Characteristics
| SKU | String | Core | Winding | Ball / Loop End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | e2 | Chrome Steel | - | Ball |
| 129SN | e2 | Carbon Steel | Tin Plated | Removable Ball |
| 129MS | e2 | Chrome Steel | - | Loop |
| 130 | e2 | Steel Core | Aluminium Wound | Ball |
| 130MS | e2 | Steel Core | Aluminium Wound | Loop |
| 131 | a1 | Synthetic Core | Aluminium Wound | Ball |
| 132 | d1 | Synthetic Core | Aluminium Wound | Ball |
| 132A | d1 | Synthetic Core | Silver Wound | Ball |
| 133 | g | Synthetic Core | Silver Wound | Ball |
Dominant Violin strings are made by Thomastik in Austria
