Pirastro Passione Violin A String, Aluminum-Wound Gut - 14

Pirastro Passione Violin A String

The Pirastro Passione Violin A String combines a sheep gut core with aluminum winding for 4/4 violins. Five gauges, from 13 through 14, provide progressively higher published tensions. Each version uses a ball-end attachment, letting players choose string thickness while keeping the same material construction and end fitting.

Choose this aluminum-wound gut violin string when replacing an existing A or assessing your instrument's string balance. Gauge 13 1/2 is the A included in Pirastro's medium Passione set, making it a useful reference for comparison. Select a lower gauge number for a thinner option with less tension, or a higher number for a thicker option with greater load. Check your current packaging when reordering a familiar setup.

Pirastro prepares, winds, and polishes the gut core by hand. For performers, teachers, and instrument technicians, the gauge specifications provide a practical way to identify a replacement violin A string. Compare the options below with your preferred setup, and retain the article number for future orders. Confirm the instrument size and ball-fitting compatibility before installation.

Key Features

• Five gauge choices: Compare thickness and published tension within one string family.
• Aluminum winding: Pairs a metal outer winding with a natural gut core.
• Handworked construction: Incorporates manual core preparation, winding, and polishing.
• Consistent ball fitting: Keeps attachment selection straightforward across all gauges.
• Individual A replacement: Lets you retain your preferred E, D, and G strings.

Gauge Differences

• 13: Thinnest option; published tension of 10.1 lb.
• 13 1/4: Between 13 and the medium-set reference; published tension of 10.6 lb.
• 13 1/2: Medium-set reference; published tension of 11 lb.
• 13 3/4: Between the medium-set reference and 14; published tension of 11.7 lb.
• 14: Thickest option; published tension of 12.1 lb.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Pirastro
• Series: Passione
• String Position: A
• Instrument Size: 4/4 violin
• Core: Sheep gut
• Winding: Aluminum
• End Type: Ball
• Gauge Increments: 1/4 PM, the manufacturer's gut-string gauge scale
• Gauge 13 Article Numbers: 219221 envelope; 219222 straight
• Gauge 13 1/4 Article Numbers: 219231 envelope; 219232 straight
• Gauge 13 1/2 Article Numbers: 219241 envelope; 219242 straight
• Gauge 13 3/4 Article Numbers: 219251 envelope; 219252 straight
• Gauge 14 Article Numbers: 219261 envelope; 219262 straight
• Peg-End Colors, Gauge 13: Black/rose-colored
• Peg-End Colors, Gauge 13 1/4: Black/blue
• Peg-End Color, Gauge 13 1/2: Black
• Peg-End Colors, Gauge 13 3/4: Black/dark violet
• Peg-End Colors, Gauge 14: Black/olive green
• Tailpiece-End Colors: White/brown