{"product_id":"pirastro-rosin-schwarz","title":"Pirastro Rosin - Schwarz","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.ab-wrap{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI','Helvetica Neue',sans-serif;color:#1F1D1A;background:#FAF8F4;max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 24px}\n.ab-section{padding:80px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #E5DDD0}.ab-section:last-child{border-bottom:none}\n.ab-eyebrow{font-size:11px;letter-spacing:5px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#8A7E6B;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 16px}\n.ab-h1,.ab-h2{font-family:'Iowan Old Style','Baskerville',Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;font-weight:500;color:#1F1D1A}\n.ab-h1{font-size:64px;line-height:1.05;letter-spacing:-.5px;margin:0 0 24px}.ab-h2{font-size:38px;line-height:1.15;margin:0 0 20px}\n.ab-sub{font-size:18px;line-height:1.65;color:#6B655C;margin:0 0 32px}.ab-body{font-size:17px;line-height:1.75;margin:0 0 20px}\n.ab-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:24px 0}.ab-table th{text-align:left;font-size:11px;letter-spacing:4px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#8A7E6B;font-weight:600;padding:12px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #E5DDD0}.ab-table td{padding:14px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #E5DDD0;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5}.ab-table td:first-child{color:#6B655C;width:40%}\n.ab-list{font-size:17px;line-height:1.75;padding-left:0;list-style:none;margin:0}.ab-list li{padding:10px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #E5DDD0}.ab-list li::before{content:'';display:inline-block;width:6px;height:6px;background:#6E5B3E;border-radius:50%;margin-right:12px;vertical-align:middle}\n.ab-faq-item{padding:24px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #E5DDD0}.ab-faq-q{font-family:'Iowan Old Style','Baskerville',Georgia,serif;font-size:20px;font-weight:500;margin:0 0 10px}.ab-faq-a{font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;color:#6B655C;margin:0}.ab-ital{color:#6E5B3E;font-style:italic}\n@media(max-width:720px){.ab-h1{font-size:42px}.ab-h2{font-size:30px}.ab-section{padding:60px 0}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ab-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ab-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-eyebrow\"\u003ePirastro Rosin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"ab-h1\"\u003eHard, dry grip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ab-ital\"\u003eMade for steel strings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-sub\"\u003ePirastro Schwarz is a black, hard rosin developed for steel strings, providing the dry, controlled contact these strings need for clear and reliable bow response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ab-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-eyebrow\"\u003eAbout Schwarz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ab-h2\"\u003eFocused traction for steel strings.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-body\"\u003ePirastro describes Schwarz as a dark, hard rosin particularly suited to steel strings. A harder, drier formula helps steel strings speak cleanly while avoiding the excessive grip that can make bowing feel heavy or scratchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-body\"\u003eIt is an especially practical choice for violin and viola players using steel-core strings, including Pirastro lines for which Schwarz is specifically recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ab-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-eyebrow\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ab-h2\"\u003eAt a glance.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ab-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePirastro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard and dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel strings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical instruments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eViolin and viola\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatalogue number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e900500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Germany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ab-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-eyebrow\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ab-h2\"\u003eApply lightly and evenly.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ab-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a thin, even coating along the full length of the bow hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePirastro advises regular but sparing application—once during a practice period is generally sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe excess rosin dust from the strings and instrument after playing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the cake wrapped in its supplied cloth and store it in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ab-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-eyebrow\"\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ab-h2\"\u003eSchwarz, in short.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ab-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-faq-q\"\u003eWhich strings is Schwarz designed for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-faq-a\"\u003eSteel strings. Pirastro specifically recommends a hard, dry rosin for easier playing on steel-core strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ab-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-faq-q\"\u003eHow much should I apply?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-faq-a\"\u003eUse it sparingly. A light, even coat is preferable to repeated heavy applications, which can create excess dust and a rougher response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ab-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-faq-q\"\u003eHow is Pirastro rosin packaged?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ab-faq-a\"\u003ePirastro attaches each rosin cake to a soft cloth and a hard plastic grip, helping keep fingers clean and making the cake easier to guide across the bow hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pirastro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51272258977959,"sku":"900500","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/2432\/4007\/files\/pirastro-schwarz-rosin.jpg?v=1787895499","url":"https:\/\/symphoniamusic.co.nz\/products\/pirastro-rosin-schwarz","provider":"Symphonia Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}