{"product_id":"pirastro-passione-violin-a-string-aluminum-wound-gut","title":"Pirastro Passione Violin A String, Aluminum-Wound Gut","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePirastro Passione Violin A String\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePirastro 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive gauge choices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compare thickness and published tension within one string family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum winding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs a metal outer winding with a natural gut core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandworked construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporates manual core preparation, winding, and polishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent ball fitting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps attachment selection straightforward across all gauges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual A replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lets you retain your preferred E, D, and G strings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGauge Differences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thinnest option; published tension of 10.1 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 1\/4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Between 13 and the medium-set reference; published tension of 10.6 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 1\/2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-set reference; published tension of 11 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 3\/4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Between the medium-set reference and 14; published tension of 11.7 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thickest option; published tension of 12.1 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pirastro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passione\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eString Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\/4 violin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheep gut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge Increments:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 PM, the manufacturer's gut-string gauge scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge 13 Article Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 219221 envelope; 219222 straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge 13 1\/4 Article Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 219231 envelope; 219232 straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge 13 1\/2 Article Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 219241 envelope; 219242 straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge 13 3\/4 Article Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 219251 envelope; 219252 straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge 14 Article Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 219261 envelope; 219262 straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Colors, Gauge 13:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\/rose-colored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Colors, Gauge 13 1\/4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\/blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Color, Gauge 13 1\/2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Colors, Gauge 13 3\/4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\/dark violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Colors, Gauge 14:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\/olive green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailpiece-End Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\/brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pirastro","offers":[{"title":"14","offer_id":50815762170053,"sku":"PIRA-1PAVA14P","price":70.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.75","offer_id":50815762202821,"sku":"PIRA-1PAVA1334P","price":70.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5","offer_id":50815762235589,"sku":"PIRA-1PAVA1312P","price":70.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.25","offer_id":50815762268357,"sku":"PIRA-1PAVA1314P","price":70.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13","offer_id":50815762301125,"sku":"PIRA-1PAVA13P","price":70.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3085\/3829\/files\/1-pirastro-1pava14p_9a8eeada-9a1c-4d0d-82db-1ff5a85e8aec.jpg?v=1793113969","url":"https:\/\/avlgear.com\/products\/pirastro-passione-violin-a-string-aluminum-wound-gut","provider":"AVLGEAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}