Belcanto 3/4 Bass D String: Medium

The Thomastik-Infeld Belcanto 3/4 Bass D String is a medium-tension double bass string designed for players who need a warm orchestral sound, quick bow response, and dependable tuning stability. Built for 3/4 double basses with a 104.0 cm vibrating string length, this D string offers a focused tone that blends well in ensemble playing while retaining enough clarity for exposed passages and chamber work.

Belcanto bass strings are especially well suited to arco playing, with a steel rope core and chrome winding that help the string speak cleanly under the bow. The tone is dark, warm, and resonant, with a natural pizzicato character that gives bassists added flexibility for jazz, commercial playing, and mixed-style performance settings. This D string is a practical choice for students, teachers, orchestral players, and working bassists who want reliable response without a stiff feel.

Features & Specifications

• Brand: Thomastik-Infeld Belcanto.
• Instrument: Double bass.
• String Type: D string.
• Size: 3/4.
• Gauge: Medium.
• Model: BC62.
• Core Material: Steel rope core.
• Winding Material: Chrome wound.
• Tailpiece End: Crimp ball end.
• Vibrating String Length: 104.0 cm / 40.9".
• Tension: 28.8 kg / 63.5 lb.
• Usable String Length Range: 103.0 cm / 40.6" to 110.0 cm / 43.3".
• Playing Profile: Designed for orchestral arco playing with warm tone, quick response, stable intonation, and natural pizzicato character.
• Set Compatibility: Part of the Belcanto medium 3/4 double bass string family.