{"product_id":"pirastro-universal-no-1-violin-e-string","title":"Pirastro Universal No. 1 Violin E String","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePirastro Universal No. 1 Violin E String\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pirastro Universal No. 1 Violin E String is a wound steel replacement string for 4\/4 violins, available with ball or loop ends. A coated carbon steel core and thin chrome steel winding support its whistle-reducing design. Three gauges offer distinct tensions while retaining the same materials and instrument size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor violinists replacing an individual E, this universal design pairs with existing A, D, and G strings. Choose a ball-end violin E string or a loop-end replacement string to match your attachment hardware. Then select the gauge according to the published tension your setup requires, without changing the rest of your string combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePirastro uses high-tensile steel at the center and flat chrome steel wire around the outside. The winding resists corrosion and hand perspiration, supporting durability through regular practice and performance. Both termination styles offer identical tension values within each gauge, so attachment compatibility and tension selection remain separate decisions when choosing your replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Change your E while retaining your preferred lower strings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhistle-Reducing Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The design targets unwanted open-E whistling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated Carbon Steel Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-tensile material provides the string's structural foundation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChrome Steel Winding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin flat wire resists corrosion and perspiration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Gauge Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose lower, intermediate, or higher tension to suit your setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo End Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select the termination that fits your tailpiece or fine tuner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGauge and Size Differences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll six variants fit 4\/4 violins. Gauge determines the listed tension, while end type determines attachment compatibility. These values describe string tension, not product weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight (Weich, Dolce):\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowest listed tension at 16.8 lb, available with either end type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate listed tension at 18.3 lb, available with either termination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy (Stark, Forte):\u003c\/strong\u003e Highest listed tension at 19.8 lb, available in both versions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBall and Loop End Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA ball end uses a ball anchor; a loop end attaches through a loop. 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