Cello Larsen Original 1/4 Strings Set
Larsen Original · 1/4 Cello Set
Quarter-size clarity,
made for the smallest players.
The full A, D, G, C pack of Larsen Original cello strings, scaled for the 1/4 cello. Set purchase only, with a saving versus buying the four singles.
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Save $15 vs buying singles
Why buy as a set
Three reasons to take the whole pack.
Tonal coherence
Four strings from the same Larsen family voice the cello as a unit, with even response across the registers.
Saving over singles
The set is $15 less than the sum of singles. It adds up over the season as students change strings.
Ready out of the package
One purchase, one delivery, one fitting. Useful when a teacher restrings several student instruments in a single afternoon.
About Larsen Original
The Danish bench standard for cello strings.
Larsen Strings has hand-finished cello strings in Sonderborg, Denmark since 1991. The Original line is the family's flagship synthetic-core cello string, designed to deliver clear projection, an even response from string to string, and reliable tuning stability across temperatures and humidity.
For the 1/4 cello, the same construction and winding philosophy is scaled down so the string speaks at the lower bowing pressure typical of younger players, without losing the clarity that makes Larsen recognisable.
The four voices
What each string brings.
A String · Top
Bright clarity
Steel core with a stranded surface winding. Speaks immediately under the bow with a clean, focused top register.
D String · Upper-middle
Open and rounded
Synthetic core with smooth surface winding. Blends warmly with the A while keeping the cello's singing register present.
G String · Lower-middle
Even and articulate
Tungsten over synthetic core. Carries the harmonic weight of the lower register without becoming muddy.
C String · Bottom
Grounded depth
Tungsten over synthetic core. Provides the cello's foundation with a stable, full-bodied bass.
Sizing & fit
Made specifically for the 1/4 cello.
This is the 1/4 set. Strings are voiced and scaled to the shorter string length of a 1/4 cello, so tension feels right under the fingers and the bow draws an even tone across all four. They are not interchangeable with strings made for other sizes.
If the cello in front of you is a 1/2 or 3/4 size, the matching Larsen Original Smaller-Size set in those scale lengths is available as a separate bundle. For 4/4 size, see the standard Larsen Original Cello Strings page.
Technical specifications
Materials and construction.
| A string | Steel core, stranded surface winding |
|---|---|
| D string | Synthetic core, surface winding |
| G string | Tungsten over synthetic core |
| C string | Tungsten over synthetic core |
| Tension | Medium (Original) |
| Size | 1/4 cello |
| Origin | Sonderborg, Denmark |
Just need one string?
Buy A, D, G, or C as a single on the Larsen Original singles page.
Frequently asked
Common questions.
What is included in the set?
One A, one D, one G, and one C string, all in the Larsen Original 1/4 specification.
Why is the set cheaper than buying singles?
The set is priced $15 below the sum of four singles. It adds up if you change strings every season.
How long do they last?
With daily playing, expect roughly six to twelve months before the response begins to soften. Students who play less often will get longer.
How long do they take to settle in?
Two to three days of playing time. The A and D usually stabilise first.
Are these genuine Larsen strings?
Yes. Symphonia is an authorised Larsen dealer in New Zealand and every set is supplied through Larsen's NZ distribution chain with manufacturer-backed warranty.
Need help choosing?
We can match the string to the instrument.
If you are not sure whether your cello takes a 1/4 set or another size, email a photo with a tape measure to info@symphoniamusic.co.nz. Visit us at 57–59 Wellington Street, Freemans Bay, Auckland.
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