D’Addario J1010 Prelude Cello String Set, 3/4 Scale Medium Tension (1 Set) –Solid Steel Core, Warm Tone, Economical, Durable – Educator’s Choice for Student Strings – Sealed Pouch Prevents Corrosion

Lovely rich sound with these strings - my cello teacher is also very impressed.

I'm an adult beginner, but an experienced pianist and violinist so I hope my review is useful. These strings made a huge difference in tone to my (brand new) "Stentor Student" cello, which is a very basic beginner's instrument. It came with what I reckon were the cheapest possible strings. I bought an A, a D and a G. Easier to play too, as they are easier to depress. Expensive for beginners but I was really encouraged by the sound I could make.

We have ordered 3 of these over 2 months and each time the A string keeps breaking - once even before we had played on it, we were just tuning it for the first time and it snapped.We contacted D'Addario and they have been great at listening to our concerns and responding appropriately. There was likely a faulty batch just like in all products but these things happen occasionally - they were understanding and appreciative of the information.

i've fitted student's instruments with D'Addario Prelude strings for many years. They are stable, last well and have a clear tone, with some power yet not harsh. I have even once or twice put them on my own instruments when I have needed a spare at short notice. Although budget priced they compare well tonally with other much more expensive strings for violin, viola and cello, though they are of course thinner. If you play the cello and need some affordable strings - try them !

Delivered promptly and as described.

Genuine D Addario strings, identical to the ones used on my Yamaha svc 50. They are very good value and I think one would have to spend a lot more for better sound.

Make sure you check the packet! When I opened mine I had 2 G strings and the D was missing! Very unhappy. These are good strings but very disappointed

Going from horrible cheap strings to these I can hear and feel the difference while playing, this is a hobby, I'm not a professional but I feel this is a good price for all 4 strings.