Pirastro 1OFBG Original Flexocor G Double Bass String, 3/4, Medium

Pirastro Original Flexocor G Double Bass String

The Pirastro Original Flexocor G Double Bass String uses a high-tensile carbon steel rope core wrapped with chrome steel. Designed for 3/4 instruments in orchestra tuning, this medium-gauge string emphasizes brilliant tone, quick response, and short sustain. Its construction particularly suits arco, or bowed playing, with assertive bow pressure.

For bassists selecting an orchestral replacement G string, this design supports clear articulation and a projecting voice. The short decay helps separate successive notes, while its response accommodates a strong bowing arm. Musicians seeking a steel-core string for bowed repertoire can use this configuration for ensemble rehearsals, concert preparation, and demanding classical passages.

Pirastro identifies this version as article 346120 and specifies a ball-end attachment with 58.2 lb string tension. The series supports stable tuning and readiness after installation, helping players return to practice efficiently. Brown/violet peg-end silk and violet tailpiece silk identify the configuration. Check these markings alongside the article number when matching a replacement to an existing professional double bass setup.

Key Features

• Carbon Steel Rope Core: Supports responsive articulation under the bow.
• Chrome Steel Winding: Completes the construction for orchestral playing.
• Arco-Oriented Design: Accommodates powerful bowing techniques.
• Brilliant Tonal Character: Provides clarity and projection for bowed passages.
• Short Sustain: Helps maintain definition between successive notes.
• Stable Tuning: Supports consistent pitch during use.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Pirastro
• Series: Original Flexocor
• Manufacturer Article Number: 346120
• Product Type: Individual double bass string
• Pitch: G
• Tuning: Orchestra
• Instrument Size: 3/4
• Gauge: Medium (Mittel)
• Core: High-tensile carbon steel rope
• Winding: Chrome steel
• String Tension: 58.2 lb
• Tailpiece Attachment: Ball end
• Peg-End Silk: Brown/violet
• Tailpiece-End Silk: Violet