Pirastro Flexocor E Double Bass String, 3/4 - Heavy

Pirastro Flexocor E Double Bass String

The Pirastro Flexocor E Double Bass String combines a carbon steel rope core with chrome steel winding for a warm orchestral sound. Designed especially for arco, or bowed playing, it offers quick response and short sustain. This standard-length 3/4 orchestra string comes in light, medium, and heavy gauges.

For bassists selecting an orchestral replacement E string, these gauges provide distinct tension choices within the same construction. Light carries the lowest tension, medium sits between the alternatives, and heavy carries the highest load. Musicians choosing a steel-core string for bowed repertoire can match the gauge to their instrument's setup and playing preferences.

Pirastro specifies ball-end attachments and ruby tailpiece silk across all three options. Peg-end colors distinguish the gauges, helping players identify the correct replacement for their existing setup. The series emphasizes stable tuning and readiness after installation. Each option fits a 3/4 double bass in orchestra tuning, with its own manufacturer article number and specified string tension.

Key Features

• Carbon Steel Rope Core: Supports responsive bowed articulation.
• Chrome Steel Winding: Completes the construction for orchestral use.
• Warm Tonal Character: Suits traditional ensemble repertoire.
• Short Sustain: Helps successive notes remain distinct.
• Three Gauge Options: Offers light, medium, and heavy tensions for 3/4 instruments.
• Tuning Stability: Supports consistent pitch during playing.

Gauge Differences

• Light (Dünn): Lowest tension at 59.5 lb; article 341410; dark green/rose-colored peg-end silk.
• Medium (Mittel): Intermediate tension at 65.5 lb; article 341420; dark green peg-end silk.
• Heavy (Stark): Highest tension at 74.1 lb; article 341430; dark green/olive green peg-end silk.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Pirastro
• Series: Flexocor
• Product Type: Individual double bass string
• Pitch: E
• Tuning: Orchestra
• Instrument Size: 3/4
• Length Configuration: Standard
• Gauge Options: Light, medium, heavy
• Core: High-tensile carbon steel rope
• Winding: Chrome steel
• Tailpiece Attachment: Ball end
• Tailpiece-End Silk: Ruby