{"product_id":"pirastro-tonica-violin-a-string-aluminum-wound-medium","title":"Pirastro Tonica Violin A String, Aluminum-Wound, Medium","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePirastro Tonica Violin A String\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pirastro Tonica Violin A String combines a nylon core with aluminum winding and a ball-end attachment. Choose the 4\/4 version for a full-size violin or the grouped 1\/4-1\/8 option for either fractional size. Both versions use medium gauge, with different tension ratings matched to their instrument sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aluminum-wound replacement A suits musicians preparing for lessons, ensemble rehearsals, and regular practice. Its synthetic core supports the Tonica family's rounded tonal character and responsive playing feel. Players seeking a full-size violin replacement string or a fractional violin A string can select the appropriate fit while keeping their preferred series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's Mittel designation means medium gauge across both options. Size and installed tension remain separate specifications: the full-size version carries 12.1 pounds of tension, while the smaller option carries 8.8 pounds. Both use white\/rust red tailpiece silk and a ball attachment. Black peg-end silk identifies the 4\/4 version; black\/blue identifies the fractional alternative. Check the instrument size and article number when selecting a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo size groups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose 4\/4 or the combined 1\/4-1\/8 option to match your violin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNylon core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synthetic construction supports a rounded sound and responsive bow feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum winding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both sizes share the same core and winding materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each version carries the manufacturer's Mittel designation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall-end attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both options use the same attachment type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separate article numbers and peg-end colors help distinguish the variants.\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 Tonica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument:\u003c\/strong\u003e Violin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eString:\u003c\/strong\u003e A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nylon, synthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium (Mittel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\/4; 1\/4-1\/8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailpiece-End Silk:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\/rust red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4\/4 Full Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\/4 violin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTension:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Silk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvelope Article Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 412221\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight-Packaged Article Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 412222\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1\/4-1\/8 Size\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 or 1\/8 violin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTension:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.8 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeg-End Silk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\/blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Envelope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArticle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 412261\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pirastro","offers":[{"title":"4\/4","offer_id":50815768527045,"sku":"PIRA-1TNVA","price":15.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4-1\/8","offer_id":50815768559813,"sku":"PIRA-1TNVA14","price":15.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3085\/3829\/files\/1-pirastro-1tnva_f3bc55de-3826-4bbb-a5a5-2fc5412b36eb.jpg?v=1793114025","url":"https:\/\/avlgear.com\/products\/pirastro-tonica-violin-a-string-aluminum-wound-medium","provider":"AVLGEAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}