Cello Larsen Il Cannone Cello Strings Set - Direct and Focussed

Larsen Il Cannone Cello – Direct & Focused Set (A/D/G/C, 4/4)

Il Cannone Cello Direct & Focused. Medium‑moderate tension, fast response, clear projection. A & D solid‑steel/stainless; G & C rope‑core/tungsten. 4/4, ball ends.

Overview
Engineered for players who crave clarity, projection, and a quick, immediate response, the Il Cannone Direct & Focused set gives your cello a clean, centred tone that cuts without sounding brittle. The Il Cannone family is designed as a mix‑and‑match “toolbox”: eight strings (two tonal profiles) that are fully compatible and share a moderate tension concept, making it simple to tailor your sound without fighting setup changes.

Construction & materials (by string)

• A & D: Solid steel core, stainless‑steel winding → crisp articulation with a singing upper‑mid voice.

• G & C: Multi‑stranded (rope) steel core, tungsten winding → powerful, focused lows with depth. 

Factory specs

• Reference pitch: A=440 Hz · Free vibrating length: 700 mm (cello).

• Tensions (kg / lbs, Direct & Focused): A 18.55 / 40.81 · D 14.09 / 31.00 · G 13.90 / 30.58 · C 13.48 / 29.66. 

• Size/Ends: 4/4 only, all strings with ball ends.

Why cellists choose Direct & Focused

• Projection with precision: Clear, centered core that carries in solo, chamber, and orchestral contexts.

• Fast, predictable response: Easy to dial in bow pressure and contact point—great under the ear and in the hall.

• Modular by design: Combine with the Warm & Broad counterparts to fine‑tune colour without big tension swings. 

Who it’s for

• Players seeking immediacy, articulation, and “soloist” clarity—or instruments that sound a touch diffuse and need focus.

• Cellists who like to mix sets confidently; Il Cannone offers one practical tension per string instead of Soft/Medium/Strong, simplifying setup choices.