Pirastro Passione Viola D String, Silver-Wound Gut - 14.25

Pirastro Passione Viola D String

The Pirastro Passione Viola D String combines a sheep gut core with silver winding for 4/4 violas. Two gauges, 14 and 14 1/4, provide different thicknesses and published tensions. Both options use a ball-end attachment, so players can compare gauges while retaining the same construction and fitting.

Choose this silver-wound gut viola string when replacing a worn D or reviewing your instrument's string balance. Gauge 14 is the D included in Pirastro's medium Passione set, providing a practical reference for comparison. Select 14 1/4 for the thicker, higher-tension option. When ordering a familiar replacement, check the gauge on your existing packaging.

Pirastro prepares, winds, and polishes the gut core by hand. Distinct article numbers and peg-end identification colors help performers, teachers, and instrument technicians specify the intended replacement viola D string. Use the gauge guide below to compare options, and keep the chosen article number for future orders. Confirm your instrument's sizing and ball-fitting compatibility before installation.

Key Features

• Two gauge choices: Compare the medium-set reference with a thicker, higher-tension option.
• Silver winding: Combines a metal outer winding with a natural gut core.
• Handworked construction: Incorporates manual core preparation, winding, and polishing.
• Consistent ball fitting: Keeps the attachment type identical across gauges.
• Individual D replacement: Lets you retain your preferred A, G, and C strings.

Gauge Differences

• 14: Medium-set reference; published tension of 13.2 lb.
• 14 1/4: Thicker option; published tension of 13.7 lb.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Pirastro
• Series: Passione
• String Position: D
• Instrument Size: 4/4 viola
• Core: Sheep gut
• Winding: Silver
• End Type: Ball
• Gauge Increments: 1/4 PM, the manufacturer's gut-string gauge scale
• Gauge 14 Article Numbers: 229241 envelope; 229242 straight
• Gauge 14 1/4 Article Numbers: 229251 envelope; 229252 straight
• Peg-End Color, Gauge 14: Rose-colored
• Peg-End Colors, Gauge 14 1/4: Rose-colored/olive green
• Tailpiece-End Colors: White/brown