Any student player ready to move up to a higher quality string will enjoy the warm tone their violin emanates when using Pro Arte strings as opposed to typical student strings. They feature a medium tension and a synthetic core that helps produce a darker mellow tone. The G string is silver-wound both the D and A strings are aluminum-wound and the E string is steel. The Pro Arte strings differ from typical student strings in their improved playability. They break in quickly and have little sensitivity to humidity and temperature changes. This makes them durable enough for students as well as travelling musicians. Their superior response makes bowing easier allowing musicians greater expression and they blend very well making them ideal for orchestral use. These stable and durable strings are manufactured by D?Addario in the USA to the strictest quality controls in the industry. Order your Pro Arte String Set today from Sam Ash Direct with the security of our 45 day return and 60 day price protection policy and be sure to take advantage of our fast free shipping and lowest price guarantee!