Helicore Orchestral 1/2 Bass A String: Medium

The D'Addario Helicore Orchestral 1/2 Bass String Set is designed for bassists who want a dependable orchestral setup with easy playability and a warm, focused sound. Built with a multi-stranded steel core, these double bass strings are made to produce excellent bow response while remaining comfortable under the left hand. That combination makes them especially appealing for students, teachers, school programs, and advancing players who need a reliable upright bass string set for ensemble playing, lessons, and daily practice.

Sized for 1/2 bass with a 38 3/8 inch playing length, this medium-tension set is optimized for the majority of players using smaller-scale instruments. D'Addario notes that the damping is optimized for arco use, while still working well for pizzicato when a very warm, less-sustaining sound is desired. For bassists seeking a 1/2 size orchestral bass string set with stable response, warm tone, and practical versatility, Helicore Orchestral remains a trusted choice.

Features & Specifications

• String Set: Complete Helicore Orchestral double bass string set.
• Instrument Fit: Designed for 1/2 size double bass.
• Playing Length: Scaled for a 38 3/8 inch (975 mm) playing length.
• Tension: Medium tension.
• Core Material: Multi-stranded steel core.
• Tone Profile: Warm tone quality with a focused orchestral character.
• Bow Response: Designed for excellent arco response.
• Playing Feel: Easy to play under the left hand.
• Performance Balance: Damping is optimized for arco use and also supports pizzicato with a very warm, less-sustaining sound.
• String End: Ball-end construction.
• Use Case: Well suited to orchestral playing, lessons, practice, and school ensemble use.