Original for Cello

By Larsen Strings

“I love playing the Larsen strings, mainly because their sound is large, aristocratic and resonant as well as seductive, highly efficient and very noble.”

Phillipe Muller

Larsen Original for Cello

Larsen Original Cello strings are designed to bring out the rich, warm character of your instrument. Available in Soft, Medium and Strong tension variations, this range offers versatile options to suit your playing style and instrument’s needs.

Crafted with a solid steel core and expertly wound with materials like stainless steel and tungsten, Larsen Original Cello strings deliver a beautiful, smooth sound with rapid tuning stability, making them an essential choice for cellists seeking quality and reliability.

Beautiful rich and smooth sound
The famously distinct and embracing warmth
Easy response
Rapid tuning stability

Sound & Characteristics

Please note that the illustrated values are intended for guidance purposes only.

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Cello E

Cello A Soft

Cello A Medium

Cello A Strong

Cello D Soft

Cello D Medium

Cello D Strong

Cello G Soft

Cello G Medium

Cello G Strong

Cello C Soft

Cello C Medium

Cello C Strong

Tension

17.75/39.05

17.34/38.15

17.7/38.83

18.5/40.72

13.6/29.99

13.9/30.51

14.2/31.33

12.85/28.27

13.13/28.89

14.43/31.75

13.67/30.07

13.82/30.40

13.96/30.71

Core

Solid steel

Winding

Aluminium

Stainless steel

Tungsten

Silks

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Why choose Larsen Original for Cello

Part of the Larsen Original Family for Violin, Viola and Cello

Larsen Original Cello strings are created through a meticulous process that combines the finest materials with innovative design. Each string is crafted to provide the unique, warm sound that Larsen is known for, while delivering durability and consistency. The A and D strings are wound with precision stainless steel flat wire, resulting in a smooth and resonant tone that enhances the upper register with rich warmth and clarity. The G and C strings use a tungsten winding, adding depth, power and focus to the lower register.

Each tension option is tailored for different performance needs. The Soft tension is ideal for cellists seeking greater flexibility and a gentle touch, while the Medium tension offers a balanced response and tonal projection. For a more powerful, robust sound, the Strong tension strings provide additional resistance under the bow, bringing out the instrument’s full potential in volume and depth.

Philippe Muller

Developed with direct input from musicians, Larsen Original Cello strings are engineered to enhance your instrument’s unique voice, giving you confidence in every performance. Known for their rapid tuning stability and easy response, these strings provide the perfect blend of smooth warmth and projection, helping cellists achieve their ideal sound effortlessly.

Completing the set, the Larsen Original High E string, available exclusively in medium tension, is designed for 5-string cellos and wound with precision rolled aluminum. This E string delivers a brilliant, balanced tone that enhances the upper range with clarity and stability, perfectly complementing the warmth and depth of the other strings. Its construction ensures reliable performance, making it an ideal choice for cellists seeking a cohesive, resonant sound across all five strings.