Viola da Gamba Soprano

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Aquila Corde Armoniche

Why should I choose beef gut?

 

The use of beef gut as alternative to lamb gut dates back to the first half of the last century.

Beef gut allow a high level of standardization of produced strings that we only offer smooth and varnished.

This kind of material meets the needs of all who are looking mainly for reliability, certainty, great durabilty, limitate alteration due to climatic changes, and tuning resistance even in case of high atmospheric humidity. On the other hand, they are not suggested for those who aim mainly to the historicity and quality of sound.

Why should I choose unsplit lamb gut?

 

This type of material is suggested o those who wish to use strings that are strictly made according to the historical procedure and that give the maximum in terms of acoustic performance. Even if these strings are not varnished, we noticed that the use of whole gut, i.e. not cut into strips, still offer a discrete resistance to climatic changes.

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Treble Viol / Soprano strings in beef gut

Vibrating string length: 38 cm

 

Smooth gut strings with varnished surface The varnish we used does not come as casualty but as the result of a careful selection to ensure perfect compatibility with the elasticity of the gut, a perfect contact with the hairs of your bow , maximum protection to mechanical wear, to crease and stability to humidity changes.

These strings have a varnished surface up to a diameter of 1.70 mm. Over that diameter, strings are simply oiled.

Standard length is 120 cm. Starting from a diameter of 2.00 mm, only a length of 180 cm is available.

Choose which strings to install

If you prefer to arrange your set by selecting the precise diameters, you can add the single strings from the tables below, where the recommended diameters are shown. An increase in diameter corresponds to an increase in tension.

Otherwise, if you prefer to choose any diameter freely, we suggest you go to the overview pages (single strings) of the Varnished beef gut “HV” strings and the Close wound “F” strings (in pure silver)

Possible D-strings for Soprano

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

56HV

56HV – Varnished gut string

0.56 mm

120 cm

60HV

60HV – Varnished gut string

0.60 mm

120 cm

Possible A-strings for Soprano

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

73HV

73HV – Varnished gut string

0.73 mm

120 cm

76HV

76HV – Varnished gut string

0.76 mm

120 cm

Possible E-strings for Soprano

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

94HV

94HV – Varnished gut string

0.94 mm

120 cm

100HV

100HV – Varnished gut string

1.00 mm

120 cm

Possible C-strings for Soprano

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

116HV

116HV – Varnished gut string

1.16 mm

120 cm

124HV

124HV – Varnished gut string

1.24 mm

120 cm

Possible G-strings for Soprano

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

101F

101F – G treble (gamba family) medium tension silver close wound type „F“

1.50 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

102F

102F – G treble (gamba family) heavy tension silver close wound type „F“

1.60 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

Possible D-strings for Soprano

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

105F

105F – D treble (gamba family) medium tension silver close wound type „F“

2.10 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

106F

106F – G treble (gamba family) heavy tension silver close wound type „F“

2.20 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

 

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Treble Viol / Soprano strings in lamb gut

Vibrating string length: 38 cm

The usage of unsplit lamb gut, besides being closer to the historical reality of the string makers of the past, has also led to strings with unexpected superior acoustical and mechanical properties, as compared to those produced with gut strips.

The HU type strings have a surface that has been smoothened only the minimum needed to guarantee that the string is not false; the string is then slightly oiled.

Standard length is 120 cm up to diameters of 1.90 mm. Starting from a diameter of 2.00 mm, the standard length changes to 180 mm only.

Please note

The tables below show, for each note, the string in medium tension first, followed by the string in strong tension.

Choose which strings to install

If you prefer to arrange your set by selecting the precise diameters you can add the single strings from the tables below, where the recommended diameters are shown. An increase in diameter corresponds to an increase in tension.

Else if you prefer to choose completely freely any diameter , we suggest you go to the summary page of Unsplit lamb gut “HU” strings and Close wound “FU” strings (pure silver winding on unsplit lamb gut cores)

Possible Treble D-strings

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

60HU

60HU – Unsplit gut string

0.60 mm

120 cm

62HU

62HU – Unsplit gut string

0.62 mm

120 cm

Possible Treble A-strings

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

76HU

76HU – Unsplit gut string

0.76 mm

120 cm

79HU

79HU – Unsplit gut string

0.79 mm

120 cm

Possible Treble E-strings

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

100HU

100HU – Unsplit gut string

1.00 mm

120 cm

104HU

104HU – Unsplit gut string

1.04 mm

120 cm

Possible Treble C-strings

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

124HU

124HU – Unsplit gut string

1.24 mm

120 cm

128HU

128HU – Unsplit gut string

1.28 mm

120 cm

Possible Treble G-strings

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

101FU

101FU – G treble (gamba family) medium tension silver close wound type „FU“

1.50 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

102FU

102FU – G treble (gamba family) heavy tension silver close wound type „FU“

1.60 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

Possible Treble D-strings

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

105FU

105FU – D treble (gamba family) medium tension silver close wound type „FU“

2.10 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

106FU

106FU – G treble (gamba family) heavy tension silver close wound type „FU“

2.20 mm equivalent gut

72 cm

 

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FG synthetic strings set for Soprano

Vibrating string length: 38 cm

The F-Red Series are the new synthetic strings for bowed instruments, developed by Aquila Corde Armoniche as a valid alternative to natural gut

Eco-sustainable, stable in intonation and durable, the new F-Red Series are our answer to the needs of all students and musicians who have to face conditions where the use of gut becomes too demanding, such as

  • high temperature and humidity conditions, typical for example of some sub-tropical countries (e.g. South America and Africa);
  • high cost for the replacement of gut strings that students have to face when approaching the study of ancient music instruments.

The “tirata”

“Tirata” is a word used by the string makers of the great Italian tradition. It represents the correct length of string needed on each instrument, considering its full dimensions. We decided to reintroduce it in our vocabulary to specify the length of a single string, which will no longer be indicated in centimetres.
For example, a string that’s 120 cm long will correspond to 2 tirate on a violin, but only 1 tirata on a cello.

Notice: to avoid damages, do not cut the strings. In case you want to shorten them, first spread some quick glue around the point where you want to cut.

WARNING: Wound strings are made with round wire and not flat, as was done at the end of the nineteenth century
WARNING: The surface is not smooth, but slightly satin, due to a special covering. After about a week, the strings will spontaneously smooth out.

 

Soprano medium tension

SKU

Name

Gauge

Length

Gut Equivalent

08FG#1

SOPRANO GAMBA „d“ MEDIUM TENSION – SYNTHETIC

0.66 mm

1 tirata

0.62 mm

08FG#2

SOPRANO GAMBA „a“ MEDIUM TENSION – SYNTHETIC

0.80 mm

1 tirata

0.79 mm

08FG#3

SOPRANO GAMBA „e“ MEDIUM TENSION – SYNTHETIC

1.01 mm

1 tirata

1.04 mm

08FG#4

SOPRANO GAMBA „C“ MEDIUM TENSION – SYNTHETIC

1.29 mm

1 tirata

1.28 mm

08FG#5

SOPRANO GAMBA „G“ MEDIUM TENSION – SYNTHETIC WOUND

 

1 tirata

1.60 mm

08FG#6

SOPRANO GAMBA „D“ MEDIUM TENSION – SYNTHETIC WOUND

 

1 tirata

2.20 mm

 

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Corde Drago

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Per la famiglia della viola da gamba sono disponibili tutte le tipologie Cordedrago, comprese le demi-filée e le filate in argento su budello, senza seta interposta, secondo la tecnica antica. Dato che i cordoni di nostra produzione sono molto morbidi e sonori anche se grossi, è possibile limitare al massimo l’impiego di corde filate, come era in uso nel ‚600 fino alla loro introduzione ad opera di Sainte Colombe nel 1675.

For the viola da gamba family, all Cordedrago types are available, including the demi-filée and the silver-wound on gut strings without interposed silk, according to the ancient technique. Since our produced strings are very soft and sonorous even if thick, it is possible to minimize the use of wound strings, as was customary in the 17th century until their introduction by Sainte Colombe in 1675.

(Silver wound strings currently are out of production)

Viola da gamba soprano

Proposed set for a viola da gamba soprano of cm. 38 of vibrant length:

  • the first string and the La are Ritorta di Salle,
  • the Mi is a Cantino di Napoli,
  • the Do a Cordone di Roma,
  • the Sol and the bass Re are Cordoni di Roma.

On the set there is a 10% discount, otherwise it is possible to choose types and gauges of strings as you like, for example the Re bass can be replaced by a Cordone Cordedrago or a Copper loaded.

Proposed set for a viola da gamba soprano of cm. 38 of vibrant length:
medium Ø: 56-73-94-116-160-210
strong Ø: 76-100-124-170-220

 

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Efrano

Efrano – Diskant-Sopran Gambe

BestellNr.:  Mensur
34-36		Mensur
37-39		Mensur
40-42
      
SG052d‘‘Darm0,56 mm0,52 mm0,50 mm
SG070a‘Darm0,74 mm0,70 mm0,65 mm
SG095e‘Darm1,00 mm0,95 mm0,85 mm
SG120c‘Darm1,25 mm1,20 mm1,12 mm
SG150g
Darm1,60 mm1,50 mm1,40 mm
SG090gDarm / versilbert0,95 mm0,90 mm0,85 mm
SG115dDarm / versilbert1,20 mm1,15 mm1,10 mm
      
SG SatzSG052, SG070, SG095, SG120, SG090, SG115

Spannung ca. 48N (Kammerton a‘=415Hz)

 

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Cuerdas de Tripa Frechina

Viola soprano / Treble Viol / Dessus de Viole – Cuerdas Frechina

1 / ré / d“ 
corde en boyau /single gut string
diameter Ø:
–

2 / la / a‘
corde en boyau / single gut string
diameter Ø:
72-80

3 / mi / e‘
corde en boyau / single gut string
diameter Ø:
90-102

4 / do / c‘
corde en boyau / gut string
diameter Ø:
114-130

5 / sol / g
corde en boyau / gut string
diameter Ø:
150-166

5 / sol / g
entorchado plata / silver wound
diameter equivalent Ø:
150, 160

6 / ré / d
corde en boyau / gut string
diameter Ø:
190-214

6 / ré / d
entorchado plata / silver wound
diameter equivalent Ø:
190

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Gamut Music, Inc.

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Gutmann Music Strings

Gutmann Strings are made from the best Australian cattle gut.

The origin of the raw material is essential for the making of high quality musical gut-wire.

We found the Australian cow ideal as those cows life and diet creates the typical characteristics we need to produce a musical instrument string. This string needs to have a long life when the tension on the string is high and played by a bow or fingers, not always soft and gentle but with passion …

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Bernd Kürschner OHG

Gut Strings / Darmsaiten

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Florentiner Gut String / high twist gut

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Catline

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Luxline Gut Strings / Luxline Darmsaiten

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Wound strings & Sets

Please see tables below.
Bitte die Tabellen unten beachten.

Tables of the String Sets / Tabellen zu den Saiten-Sets

VIOLA DA GAMBA SOPRANO

DARM, FLORENTINER, VERSILBERTES KUPFER
PLAIN GUT, HIGH TWIST GUT, SILVER PLATED COPPER
440 Hz     
Spannung / tensionx-leicht / x-lightleichtmediumstark / highx-stark / x-high
d“ – 1D 1050D 1052D 1054D 1056D 1058
a‘ – 2D 1064D 1066D 1068D 1070D 1073
e‘ – 3FD 0085FD 0088FD 0091FD 0094FD 0097
c‘ – 4FD 0108FD 0112FD 0116FD 0120FD 0124
g – 5VDD 0145VDD 0150VDD 0155VDD 0160VDD 0165
d – 6VDD 0190VDD 0195VDD 0200VDD 0210VDD 0220
Satz / set220100220110220120220130220140
      
      
DARM, FLORENTINER, LUXLINE (KUPFER), VERSILBERTES KUPFER
PLAIN GUT, HIGH TWIST GUT, LUXLINE (COPPER), SOLID SILVER
440 Hz     
Spannung / tensionx-leicht / x-lightleichtmediumstark / highx-stark / x-high
d“ – 1D 1050D 1052D 1054D 1056D 1058
a‘ – 2D 1064D 1066D 1068D 1070D 1073
e‘ – 3FD 0085FD 0088FD 0091FD 0094FD 0097
c‘ – 4LK 0108LK 0112LK 0116LK 0120LK 0124
g – 5VDD 0145VDD 0150VDD 0155VDD 0160VDD 0165
d – 6VDD 0190VDD 0195VDD 0200VDD 0210VDD 0220
Satz / set220200220210220220220230220240
      
      
DARM, FLORENTINER, LUXLINE, FEINSILBER
PLAIN GUT, HIGH TWIST, LUXLINE, SOLID SILVER
440 Hz     
Spannung / tensionx-leicht / x-lightleichtmediumstark / highx-stark / x-high
d“ – 1D 1050D 1052D 1054D 1056D 1058
a‘ – 2D 1064D 1066D 1068D 1070D 1073
e‘ – 3FD 0085FD 0088FD 0091FD 0094FD 0097
c‘ – 4LS 0108LS 0112LS 0116LS 0120LS 0124
g – 5SDD 0145SDD 0150SDD 0155SDD 0160SDD 0165
d – 6SDD 0190SDD 0195SDD 0200SDD 0210SDD 0220
Satz / set220300220310220320220330220340
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Toro Strings

 
 

TREBLE VIOLA (Viola da Gamba)

Tension (Diameter) – Length: 140 cm. Lenght of wound strings: 70 cm. 

Key

Type

Light

Medium

Heavy

d“

ram or ox gut 

—

56

62

a‘

ram or ox gut 

—

73

76

e‘

ram or ox gut 

—

97

104

e‘

double twist VENICE type

—

97

104

c‘

ram or ox gut 

—

120

128

c‘

double twist VENICE type

—

120

128

g

silver wound 

—

medium

heavy

d

silver wound 

—

medium

heavy

–

–

–

–

–

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Fret Gut / Bunddarm

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