D'Addario J1014 1/4M C 1/4 Cello Strings

Single C String for 1/4 Scale Cello with Warm, Stable Tone

Built specifically for 1/4 scale cellos, this replacement C string gives younger players and fractional-size instruments a reliable tone with a warm, focused sound. At its core is a solid steel wire that provides the durability and pitch stability that student cellists need during daily practice. D'Addario's unique damping process shapes the string's tonal character, producing a warm tone with a responsive bow feel that supports developing technique. As a single replacement string rather than a full set, it lets players swap out a worn or broken C without replacing the entire set.

Technical Specifications

• String Type: C (single replacement string)
• Instrument Size: 1/4 scale cello
• Tension: Medium — balanced bow resistance for developing technique
• Core: Solid Steel
• Ending: Ball End — quick fitting at the cello tailpiece
• Silking: Solid blue silking at the ball end — visual identifier matching the Prelude line
• Origin: Designed, engineered, and crafted in New York, USA

Who This String Is For

Student cellists, parents, and teachers who need a dependable replacement C string for a fractional-size cello will find this string a practical fit. Prelude is widely recognized as one of the best-sounding student string lines available, making it a natural choice for beginning players working on bow control, tone production, and pitch accuracy. Medium tension offers a balanced feel under the bow — firm enough to support clear articulation without the heavy resistance that can tire small hands. Resistance to humidity and temperature changes means the string stays in tune across changing practice-room conditions, while the solid steel core holds up to the repeated tuning, rosining, and handling that comes with regular study. For 1/4 scale cellos used in school programs, Suzuki method instruction, or home practice, this single C string restores a complete, playable set without the cost of buying a full new set.