Thomastik Infeld THDP-02B violin string A-2 4/4 medium, steel core, chrome wound

The Thomastik Infeld THDP-02B A-2 violin string for 4/4 violins emphasizes speed and tonal stability: a steel core with chrome winding provides immediate response and maintains pitch immediately after plucking. Due to its relatively smaller diameter compared to the THDP-02, this string responds readily to bowing efforts and offers consistent tone, even with heavy bow pressure or rapid articulations. The chrome winding offers excellent corrosion resistance and long life, which is especially important during perspiration and long rehearsals. The increased dynamic range allows whisper-soft lines to be just as convincing as accents, although modulation is typically more limited with steel. After about five hours of break-in, the THDP-02B becomes brighter and more open, enhancing the brilliance of the E-string; this may lead to some whistling on sensitive E-strings such as the THDP-01AU or THDP-01PT. Keep the higher tension in mind and use a fine tuner during adjustment to control frequency changes.

Specifications:

• Type/Size: A-2 violin string, 4/4, medium
• Core: Steel
• Winding: Chromewinding
• End piece: Removable ball end
• Diameter: Smaller diameter than THDP-02
• Tension: Higher tension than synthetic A-strings
• Dynamics: Wide range from soft to loud
• Sound quality: Clear with warm balance
• Lifespan: Highly corrosion resistant and long lasting
• Break-in: ≈ 5 hours required for optimal openness
• Comments: May cause whistling on sensitive E strings; less modulation than some other string types
• Recommended Adjustment: Use a fine tuner when making winding adjustments
• Suitable for: 4/4 violin, A-string application