Baroque Viola - Aquila Corde - HV Gut Sets

The HV Beef Gut Strings by Aquila Corde are carefully processed to achieve unparalleled smoothness and are finished with a varnish that enhances their durability and aesthetic appeal.

This meticulous attention to detail results in strings that offer outstanding reliability and consistency, making them a favored choice for musicians who value stability and resilience in their performances.

Characterized by their robust durability, the beef gut strings are remarkably resistant to the adverse effects of climatic changes, maintaining their tuning stability even in conditions of high atmospheric humidity. This makes them an ideal option for musicians seeking peace of mind and reliability, without the frequent need for retuning.

While these strings excel in performance resilience and durability, they are particularly suited to players who prioritize these qualities. For those deeply invested in achieving a historically authentic sound, it’s important to consider the unique characteristics that different gut strings provide, including those made from lamb gut.

Crafted with a deep respect for the age-old traditions of string making, yet embracing the advances that modern technology brings, the beef gut strings by Aquila Corde are a testament to the fusion of past and present. They cater to the needs of both dedicated performers of early music and those who appreciate the enduring legacy of historical instruments in a contemporary context.

HV BEEF GUT

Varnished gut strings

The HV Beef Gut Strings by Aquila Corde boast a varnished surface, meticulously designed for optimal performance. The varnish, a product of extensive research, ensures seamless compatibility with gut elasticity and offers excellent bow contact, thanks to its perfect adherence to horsehair. This unique formulation provides maximum protection against mechanical wear and environmental factors, including humidity changes, ensuring your strings remain stable and durable.

For tailored needs, strings up to a diameter of 1.70 mm are varnished, while those beyond 1.70 mm, catering especially to Double Bass and Violons, are treated with a special oil to maintain their natural qualities.

These strings are available in standard lengths of 120 cm for diameters up to 1.90 mm, and 180 cm for diameters starting from 2.00 mm, accommodating a wide range of instruments and playing styles.

CLOSE WOUND "F"

Pure silver close wound

The close woud "F strings" by Aquila Corde feature a pure silver close wound design, meticulously crafted to echo the traditional materials and proportions found in 18th and 19th-century wound strings.

Emphasizing authenticity, these strings boast a gut core encased in round-section silver wire, eschewing any silk intermediary for a direct metal-to-core contact. This design choice ensures a balance between the metal and the core that mirrors historic practices, a balance informed by extensive research and analysis of original string fragments housed in museums and private collections.

Distinct from modern string designs, these "F strings" draw upon historical sources and ongoing measurements to offer a genuinely authentic playing experience, capturing the essence of period performance.