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C string responsiveness
Difficulties with responsiveness of C string
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curranr
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November 29, 2024 - 12:49 pm
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Hello all,

I'm a violinist who also plays the viola and have a problem with my C string. It seems to be very unresponsive, particularly in third position and higher. I'm aware that significantly more pressure is needed but it's almost impossible to play quietly.

I use Dominant Pro strings and a top end Coda bow that shouldn't yet need a re-hair.

Is it possible that a lighter guage string will make this easier to play?

TIA

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December 6, 2024 - 10:02 am
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Hi, @curranr I think, not positive the lighter gauge will workmeasier, but I am not positive. I am not that experienced on the viola. I am going to notify Violaman about your question. 

Welcome to the forum.

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December 6, 2024 - 10:58 am
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Thanks for your help Mouse, very much appreciated. 

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December 6, 2024 - 11:39 am
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You are welcome. I am hoping for more violists and cellist to join in on the forum for more sharing and helping.

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Hi curranr,

I couldn't answer your question -- clearly you are vastly more experienced than I am -- but I'm curious, have you managed to solve your C string issue?

(I have always had issues with the C string, but they're the 'beginner' kind of issues : not related to specific strings.)

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