Aurora Fractional for Viola
New from Larsen Strings
“These are by far the best fractional viola strings I have heard. The string tension, even on an 11” viola, allows for an audible and pleasant C string.”
Aurora Fractional Viola
New from Larsen Strings
Aurora Fractional for Viola
With Aurora Fractional Viola strings, you can enjoy a professional-quality sound from the very start of your journey. They offer reliability and durability, ensuring consistent sound as you develop.
The first step on your Larsen journey
Aurora Fractional Viola strings deliver a clear, focused sound with impressive projection, even on smaller instruments. Their tonal qualities combine warmth and brilliance, allowing for a rich depth of expression. The strings maintain a balanced and even tone across all registers, making them suitable for both developing technique and exploring more advanced musical nuances.
“Achieve deep, vibrant tones effortlessly at an affordable price.”
Aurora Fractional strings are designed to give you the same outstanding quality and performance as the full-size versions, now tailored for smaller instruments. Whether you’re just starting out or further along in your studies, these strings provide a balanced, vibrant sound across all sizes – ideal for your musical growth.
Available in sizes from 3/4 to 1/8, Aurora Fractional Viola strings offer a responsive, professional-grade experience to help you build your skills with confidence. They deliver a smooth, even response that makes bow control easier, so you can explore dynamic ranges and refine your technique. The balanced tension ensures a comfortable playing experience, letting you focus on your progress, as you explore dynamic ranges and different bowing techniques.
Carefully crafted with durable nylon cores and premium materials, these strings are made to last. Aurora Fractional strings adapt to your playing style with a neutral sound profile and quick, effortless response, so you can focus on playing without worrying about handling. They offer a remarkable blend of warmth and clarity, allowing you to express a wide range of tonal colours. Whether in daily practice or performance, these strings help you unlock the full potential of your instrument.
In your own words…
“Aurora offer a remarkable range of colours, which has allowed me to explore a greater depth of expression. For a new instrument, they’re without a doubt the best I’ve tried.”
“An even sound makes the player so much more comfortable when learning the nuances of the bow. The student can “trust” the string.”
“I no longer have to choose between quality and affordability or spend a significant amount of money on premium strings.”
“Aurora Viola strings make playing feel easier. The strings respond faster and more easily, and I don’t have to be as careful with the bow than with my previous set of strings.”
That fine balance between brilliance, warmth and focus.
Easy playability, forgiving, impressive string response and longevity.
With Aurora Fractional Viola strings, you can enjoy a professional-quality sound from the very start of your journey. They offer reliability and durability, ensuring consistent sound as you develop. These strings give you the precision, depth and resonance you need, offering an affordable yet high-quality option for players at any level.
Aurora Viola Sizing Guide
Which size of viola? Aurora strings for viola are available in full size and in fractional sizes 3/4, 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8. This guide indicates the manufactured design length intended to match the size options as displayed allowing for individual instrument variations. The age suggestions given are also intended for guidance only.
Viola Full
14.5-16″
US 15.5-16.5″
Vibrating length 37cm
Age 14-adult
Viola 3/4
13.8″
US 15″
Vibrating length 35cm
Age 9-12
Viola 1/2
13″
US 14″
Vibrating length 33cm
Age 7-9
Viola 1/4
11.8″
US 13″
Vibrating length 30cm
Age 5-7
Viola 1/8
10.6″
US 12″
Vibrating length 27cm
Age 4-6
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Laurits Th. Larsen. Violinist and Founder, Larsen Strings A/S
Our Options for Viola
Versatility by design: finding your perfect blend.
Original Viola
Virtuoso ® Viola
Fractional Viola
Aurora Viola
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