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.feature-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}.sym-string-description .single-callout,.sym-string-description .voicing-callout,.sym-string-description .set-callout,.sym-string-description .size-callout{display:block}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sym-string-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003ePirastro Oliv · Complete Violin Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOliv Complete Set,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ital\"\u003ethe gut gold standard, all four strings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub\"\u003eThe complete E Gold, A, D Gold, and G Oliv set for 4\/4 violin. Traditional gut core with complex, rich tone, remarkable overtones, and gold-plated E options. E gold ball or E gold loop end available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"label\"\u003eSet value\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"set-price\"\u003eComplete Set\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"save\"\u003eCurrent Set pricing is shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eWhy buy as a set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree reasons to take the whole pack.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"why-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTonal coherence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll four strings voiced together for the same complex, rich Oliv gut character. The gold-wound D defines the midrange, carried through from the deep G to the brilliant gold E.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSet value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete Set is priced below the same four strings purchased individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional gut, complete\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold standard for professional gut strings, matched and ready in one order. Everything required for period-instrument and solo performance, from the gold-plated E down to the gut G.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eAbout Oliv\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplex, rich, and steeped in tradition.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOliv strings are crafted with a traditional gut core, offering a complex and rich tone that evolves beautifully with each note. They represent the gold standard for traditional gut strings, known for remarkable overtones, a broad dynamic range, and exceptional responsiveness across the entire register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-plated E string options complement the warm gut character of the lower strings. Oliv strings are favoured by professional violinists who seek the unique warmth and complexity that only a gut core can provide in solo performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eThe four voices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eE Gold, A, D Gold, G — each string's character.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"strings-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"string-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"meta\"\u003eE String\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGold-plated clarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold-plated steel, ball and loop options. Clear, brilliant, and powerful. Complements the warm gut character of the lower strings without overpowering them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"string-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"meta\"\u003eA String\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrilliant gut A\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGut core, 13.5 gauge. Bright and responsive in the upper register, with the nuanced character that defines a fine gut A string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"string-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"meta\"\u003eD String\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGold-wound midrange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold wound, gut core, 16.5 gauge. Rich overtones and warm depth through the middle register. The gold winding gives Oliv D its unique tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"string-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"meta\"\u003eG String\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep gut foundation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGut core, 16 gauge. Deep, warm, and richly complex on the low string, providing the powerful foundation expected from a professional gut G.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and construction.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eE String\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold-plated steel, ball and loop options, medium tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eA String\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGut core, 13.5 gauge, medium tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eD String\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold wound, gut core, 16.5 gauge, medium tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eG String\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGut core, 16 gauge, medium tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes E Gold, A, D Gold, G (one each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\/4 violin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufactured by Pirastro, Germany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"voicing-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJust need one string?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace a single E, A, D, or G without buying the whole set. Same Oliv gut core construction, both E gold end variants available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"sym-cta-pill outline\" href=\"\/products\/pirastro-olive-violin-strings\"\u003eShop individual strings\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOliv set, in short.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is included in the Oliv violin set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll four strings for a 4\/4 violin: E gold-plated steel (ball or loop), A gut core 13.5 gauge, D gold wound gut core 16.5 gauge, and G gut core 16 gauge, all in medium tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBall end or loop end — which E Gold should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoop end fits most fine tuners and adjusters. Ball end is required for tailpieces without a fine tuner loop attachment. Check your tailpiece fitting before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long do Oliv gut strings last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGut strings generally have a shorter lifespan than synthetic strings, particularly in humid climates. Replace when the tone becomes unreliable, intonation drifts, or the string surface shows wear. Wipe rosin off after every session and store the instrument in a stable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy is the set cheaper than buying four singles?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete Set is priced below the same four strings purchased individually. Tonal consistency is the larger advantage: all four strings are voiced together for the same Oliv gut character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these authentic Pirastro strings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Symphonia stocks Pirastro through the official supply chain. Faulty strings are replaced in line with manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pirastro","offers":[{"title":"E Gold Ball","offer_id":47245219758247,"sku":null,"price":337.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"E Gold Loop","offer_id":47330621194407,"sku":null,"price":337.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/2432\/4007\/files\/81ILWyr2l5L.__AC_SX300_SY300_QL70_FMwebp.webp?v=1713950482","url":"https:\/\/symphoniamusic.co.nz\/products\/violin-pirastro-oliv-strings-set-medium","provider":"Symphonia Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}