Comparison of the Stentor II student violin with 4 different string set ups.

[@chitol1]

This is amazing stuff. Never thought about this way to analyze the tonal quality. Now it makes sense

[@joefagan9335]

Amazing demo. I think the violinist makes them all sound great.

[@ChrisEbbrsen]

I liked the first couple of rounds. The first or secod sets of strings hand more brilliance and better balance. I liked the roundness of the Tonica but the first in series or second in series had a symphonic brilliance the others lacked. Excellant comparison and bravo to the young lady playing such an intricate piece.

[@RutlandStrings]

Tonics by far the best to my ears! They have more clarity

[@tiborszabados3957]

Thanks for this great video! The Alphayue made quite a good impression on me sonically. Not to mention that it is a relatively cheap set of strings. That is why I bought such a set for my Czech violin. I am curious to see what sounds and dynamics the Thomastik alphayue will bring out of my instrument.. Thanks!🙂

[@lia9089]

thank you for the video! it's so useful for us. we are making a chose now :). my son needs 4/4 violin. )

[@elainethemusician3310]

Tonicas are the best all round. They have by far the best sound, even on this very basic violin, and are inexpensive. They are very good value for money. Dominants are harsher and more expensive. I used them years ago when there was very little in the mid range, price wise, but since the arrival of Tonicas l have recommended these all the way.

[@lilianlovesviolin6436]

Like the Tonica strings

[@crochetqueen6440]

Just bought the Conservatoire and know I'm going to want to change strings and on watching a few videos one had said that the Dominants have an E string with a kind of wah-wah sound and it seems really obvious on this though it could be mic quality - but the Tonica's seem better. Which is a shame because the Dominants seem beautiful on the G-D strings. Think Tonica's will be my pick as they just seem all over better clarity on every string

[@crochetqueen6440]

@JB - 11ZZ 849239 Bramalea SS that may well be true, however.. Firstly, not helpful after having already bought my Stentor ;) and Secondly, they cost about $150US to ship to my country which makes any perceived saving/quality differences essentially gone

[@Florreking]

0:17 1:39 3:09 4:40

[@mykofreder1682]

The last 2 string were similar and improved things a lot. I guess being a student violin you have built in things that cannot be fixes, they help did not eliminate the boxyness of the sound of the G string. That comes from the violin cavity resonance and is what it is.

[@オールマイト-y1f]

Yeah, I still have my student 2 and I put a new bridge tail piece and the same synth dominant strings on it. Improved the sound a lot. Especially the higher pitches. Got it away from being a screech box. But the lowers where always very boxy. You had to be really precise to get a good sound. When I upgraded to a fine made czech I couldn't believe it lol. Felt like I had been cheating myself for some time.

[@ariskazis4663]

Conclusions: 1. Dominant E string is horrible. Absolutely horrible. The rest are good. 2. Tonicas are the most complete set with no need to swap out the E string. Solid set. 3. The other 2 sets are meh.

[@joekelly9369]

awesome 2 and 4 , absolutely , would like to know what bow did she use for the test

[@cknsalad770]

GDA dominants with pirastro gold label e / jargar forte e / pirastro tonica e / goldbrokat e.

[@educacionfinanciera952]

Great video

[@artemi-music]

thanks for this comparison!

[@mikeregan3265]

Stentor strings sound surprisingly good.

[@ua8132]

beautiful

[@senaleflef]

Thank u 👍

[@jimmylam5399]

There are no "overall best strings"--only what sounds the best for your instrument and ears. You really have to experiment with different sets of strings and come up with your conclusion. When you upgrade instruments, you'll have to go through the same process all over again. Also, increased loudness and brightness don't always mean better. Sometimes, you'll want to compromise a bit of projection for a more focused and balanced sound across all the strings. It really depends what music you're playing, the acoustics of the venue, and who your intended audience (if any) are. For this instrument, I feel that the Dominants are the most focused, balanced, but least bright of the 4. The E string in particular sounds dull and maybe adding a Jargar E, or similar, would enhance the set. The Stentors sound the brightest, but are a bit harsh sounding. The Alphayue's and Tonica's both sound good, with a slight edge to the Alphayue's. Of the two, I'd stock up on what's on sale and play, play, and play!

[@BobK58]

Hilary Hahn uses Dominant strings. She sounds okay.

[@mediocre-violinist-]

well hilary also plays on a 450k violin so i hope we would sound ok

[@sanji2658]

Dominants for her GDA, then Pirastro Gold Label for her E

[@loveearth262]

For student violin I think its more suitable with stentor string since the sound more regular and dominant make the sound more upgrade. For alphayue not suitable for beginner violin its suitable for pro/advance violin sound since its more focusing the the warner violin sound. Beginner violin not warmer

[@1cleandude]

Tonicas for me but if the lacquer on that fiddle is as heavy as it looks I’m not your customer!🙏

[@wilwaren8571]

ew now i understand why my stentor sounds good but raspy sometimes, its the original strings xd...

[@Enjoying_Life_]

Secound play witch brand model

[@nazarnozhak3696]

It was Thomastik alphayue

[@therealpalo001]

Dominants sound the best ,and they improved the e string.

[@fauffifonfec5439]

Dominant E string is the most famous worst string 🤪😂

[@LordCarmesimXXVII]

Tonica sounds better because stentors benefit from the higher tension.

[@rayamusicentertainment9359]

Dominant is bad string for student advanced, I say better using D'addario ascente than Tonica or Alphayue or Dominant.

[@ratherrapid]

Alps sounded best then stentor, dominant, tonics.

[@dDAMKErkk]

We must not forget, PC luidsprekers kunnen niet op tegen werkelijkheid.

[@emjeezmusic7603]

I discard the stentor set... Alphayue: Its brighter and focus. Tonica: Its very consistent and also focus. Dominant: E string is kinda bruh... but the rest is is richer and just better than this 2... hahhahsh

[@хоббиоразном]

the violin is just a horror in the night

[@JSB2500]

😂😆♥️

[@fingerhorn4]

None of the strings save the Stentor II from its inherent raspiness and cluster of unpleasant overtones which are entirely lacking in warmth or depth. I have no idea why this fiddle is so popular. There are other inexpensive violins that sound much better and no amount of new strings will make the Stentor any better.

[@windmill-ze8rj]

hi, which ones would you reccomend? i'm looking for a student violin myself

[@californiadreamin8423]

⁠@@windmill-ze8rj. Hello. It’s a very interesting video. Dominants are pretty expensive really for a beginner and I’ve found Tonics half the price and debatably just as good. I’m tending to favour Ascenté by D’Addario, which have a nice sound and similarly priced to the Tonicas. I have quite a few fiddles and mess around with bridges and sound posts to try to get the best sound so cost comes into this. Don’t do what I did 50 years ago and buy a second hand fiddle that needs setting up, certainly if you want to learn to play !! I’ve heard some pretty good sounding Conservatours so if it’s within your budget get one. Good luck.