D'Addario Prelude violin strings have long been a top pick for educators, thanks to their steadfast reliability and cost effectiveness. At Sweetwater, we've found these strings to be surprisingly warm for a steel-core string, and their resistance to temperature and humidity changes is second to none. Prelude strings vaunt incredibly balanced string tension, facilitating excellent bow response and a comfortable feel that encourages maintained interest — factors that are essential for helping students develop and reach their potential. Ideal for classical, bluegrass, jazz, and rock, D'Addario Prelude violin strings provide aspiring violinists with excellent performance at an attainable price.