Description Kaplan Forza viola strings are aimed at the most discerning professional musicians, offering the beautiful, rich tonal palette and superb bowing response characteristic of the Kaplan line. Kaplan Forza viola strings provide clarity, warmth, and versatility throughout the dynamic spectrum, allowing professional players the control, expression, and worry-free playing experience they demand. Rich, dynamic tonal palette Provides projection and clarity, plus power and versatility Short break-in time and excellent bow response provides superb playability All D’Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA Kaplan Forza viola strings are sized by the instrument body length in inches. To measure your viola to determine the size sting your instrument needs: Turn the instrument over and measure its body length along its longest axis (not including the neck or scroll). Then, select the appropriate size string based on that measurement here: 12” = Extra-Extra-Short Scale 13”-14” = Extra-Short Scale 14”-15” = Short Scale 15”-16” = Medium Scale 16”-17” = Long Scale 17” = Extra Long Scale If you measure 15.5″ for instance, you will need a medium scale D’Addario viola string (for instruments 15″ to 16″ inches in length). NOTE: The instrument sizes on our website are recommendations only.
