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

Pirastro Flexocor A Double Bass String

The Pirastro Flexocor A 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, this 3/4-size string provides quick response and short sustain. Choose light, medium, or heavy gauge to match your instrument's setup.

For bassists selecting an orchestral replacement A string, the three gauges offer different tension levels within the same construction. Light carries the lowest load, medium provides an intermediate tension, and heavy carries the highest. Musicians choosing a steel-core string for bowed repertoire can compare these specifications when refining their setup for rehearsals, concerts, and classical ensemble work.

Pirastro specifies ball-end attachments and ruby tailpiece silk across all three options. Black peg-end markings identify the A string, with additional colors distinguishing light and heavy versions. The series supports stable tuning and readiness after installation. Each configuration fits a 3/4 double bass in orchestra tuning and carries a separate manufacturer article number for accurate replacement selection.

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 61.5 lb; article 341310; black/rose-colored peg-end silk.
• Medium (Mittel): Intermediate tension at 67.5 lb; article 341320; black peg-end silk.
• Heavy (Stark): Highest tension at 72.8 lb; article 341330; black/olive green peg-end silk.

Technical Specifications

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