Thomastik Präzision 102 Cello 4/4 Medium A-D-G-C 4/4 Čella stīgas

Thomastik Präzision 102 Cello 4/4 Medium — Chrome-Wound Steel Core Strings for Full-Size Cello

Thomastik Präzision 102 Cello 4/4 Medium is a complete four-string set engineered for full-size cellos, pairing a carbon steel core with chrome winding on every string. Built by Thomastik-Infeld in Vienna, the set is calibrated to a 70.0 cm vibrating length and ships in standard medium tension. Crimp ball ends on each string make installation straightforward on standard cello tailpieces.

What Sets the Präzision 102 Apart

Unlike many cello string sets that mix materials across the four strings, this set uses chrome winding on a carbon steel core for every string. That unified construction gives a homogeneous tonal palette from the highest to the lowest string. Graduated tailpiece-end materials — brass on the A and C, copper on the D, and nickel on the G — match each register.

Core and Winding Materials — Built for Consistent Response

How a cello string feels under the bow and how it ages comes down to the choice of core and winding. This model keeps both elements consistent across the entire set.

• Core material: Carbon steel on all four strings — stable, responsive foundation with quick attack.
• Outer winding: Chrome on the A, D, G and C — clean, bright surface tone with good bow grip.
• Tailpiece-end fittings use brass on the A and C, copper on the D, and nickel on the G, with each specific material selected to match the requirements of its register.

String Tensions — Medium Gauge for Balanced Playability

Tension determines how much resistance the player feels under the bow and how the string projects. The medium-gauge Präzision 102 is calibrated so each string sits in a similar tension range, helping the cellist maintain an even left-hand feel.

• A string tension: 14.8 kg (32.6 lb) — highest-tension string in the set.
• D string tension: 14.5 kg (32.0 lb) — slightly reduced for smoother left-hand transition.
• G string tension: 14.3 kg (31.5 lb) — keeps the lower register responsive.
• At 14.0 kg (30.9 lb), the C string carries the lowest tension in the set, supporting a clear fundamental on the bottom string.

Sizing and Compatibility — Fits Standard 4/4 Cellos

String sizing has to match the cello body and the vibrating length set on the bridge and nut. This set is built specifically for full-size instruments.

• Instrument size: 4/4 (full-size cello) — the standard adult cello size.
• Vibrating string length: 70.0 cm (27.6") — matches the typical 4/4 cello setup.
• String ends: Crimp ball end on all four strings — fits standard cello tailpieces.
• Catalogued as set 102 within Thomastik-Infeld's Präzision line — the medium-tension 4/4 configuration.

Who the Präzision 102 Medium Is Built For

The Präzision 102 Medium is the right choice for advancing students, chamber players and orchestral cellists who need a reliable, even-sounding string set that holds up under regular practice and rehearsal. Its medium tension suits players who want enough bow resistance for projection without the heavier feel of a strong or fortissimo set.

Thomastik-Infeld — Vienna-Based String Makers

Thomastik-Infeld designs and manufactures the Präzision line from its base in Vienna, Austria. The series reflects the company's focus on steel-core orchestral strings, offering cellists a consistent alternative to traditional gut or synthetic core constructions.