Thomastik Violin Strings Rondo Gold Set 5 String RG100

Very good string.

These strings are like Rondos but with a lot of depth and sweetness. They give you a full body sound and they last a long time. These strings also gave me a bigger dynamic range. These are to loud for an orchestra setting but they sing over an orchestra, thus being a good choice for a solo performance. Worth every penny.

I typically use a different set of strings from this same maker, Thomastik. That prior set requires me to substitute in an E-string from another brand if I want the unique sound of a gold-plated E-string, which adds to the cost significantly. When I saw this set would let me get it all in one set, plus have an extra tin-plated E-string, I jumped at the deal to see how it would compare, especially since this line of Thomastik Rondo strings are technically a higher end series.Once I replaced the strings on my violin with this Rondo set (using the gold-plated E), I let it break in a few days. My impression is that this set produces great tone. Preference of tone is somewhat subjective, but I would characterize this set as a little more forward and harsh than my prior set. I would recommend it to those who are more soloists or like a more brash tonal profile.Like with the prior sets I have used, the gold-plated E-string requires some extra care while playing to keep it from squeaking or whistling. I feel like this gold-plated E-string is a little more metallic in sound quality than the other one I use.Overall, so long as you are seeking a more in-your-face sound profile, I recommend this quality violin string set.

These Rondo Gold strings are honestly top-notch. The sound is warm, full, and very responsive — perfect for advanced playing and performance. They settle in quickly and feel super smooth under the fingers, especially on the E string, which is often tricky with other brands.That said… they’re expensive. You do get what you pay for in terms of quality, but it’s definitely a splurge. I’d recommend them for serious players or gigs where tone really matters, but maybe not for everyday casual practice.

I've played the violin for over 35 years now, and this set of strings we some of the best I ever played on. I find gold E Strings tend to have a better sound quality than most other E strings, so I was pleased to find this set had two E strings, one of which was gold-plated.All strings seem to be of durable construction, and I've paid $60 for a single quality violin string in the past, so a full set for ~$130 is a great value for the money. They feel good, and I'm excited to try them out for the long haul.Pros:---Cons:-Overall,Recommendation:

Set of four violin strings plus an extra E string (didn't realize when I ordered that I would get an extra string).It's hard to assess strings after only a few days. It takes two or three weeks for strings to stretch and settle in, but my first impression is that the E is bright without being shrill and the lower strings are somewhat warmer (I wouldn't quite call quite call the lower strings throaty and, of course, the sound is partly based on the violin itself).I'm an amateur community orchestra player, not a professional (there never was as much time to practice as I wanted) but these are fine for my needs. Due to time pressures I can't play as often as I used to so I only need to switch out strings about once or twice a year. i'm happy with this set so far.

We used these as replacement strings for my sister's violin that hadn't been played in about 15 years. While her prior strings were loosened in her case for those years, they were very dull sounding.The violin has been set up with these new strings and they are quite resonant and brilliant. Very nice strings.

My adventures with the violin have just started so my feedback won't be as accurate as more experienced players. However, these strings came highly recommended by a professional player and I value their advice. These strings are expensive for sure, but anything of high quality comes at a cost. I expect these strings to last me a very long time since I don't play all that often. This is a set of four violin strings plus an extra E string. So far, I am very happy with the quality, tone and function of these strings and have no complaints at all.