D'Addario J811 1/4M E Violin Strings

A Reliable Replacement E String for 1/4 Size Student Violins

When a single E string breaks on a 1/4 size student violin, replacing the entire set is rarely necessary — and that is exactly the situation the D'Addario Prelude Violin Single E String, 1/4 Scale, Medium Tension is built for. Sold as a single replacement rather than a full set, this E string is precisely scaled to a 265 mm playing length so it sits correctly on the nut and bridge of a 1/4 size instrument without the slack or sharpness that comes from using a full-size E on a smaller violin.

Manufactured on a solid steel core with a tin-plated high-carbon steel wrap, the string delivers the warm, focused tone that has made Prelude the educator's preferred choice for student strings. The plain steel construction provides excellent bow response, and the medium tension offers a balanced feel under the fingers that suits the majority of developing players. Because the core is unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, the string stays in tune and responds consistently from the practice room to the recital stage.

Designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA, each string is packaged in a uniquely-designed sealed pouch that protects it from the elements that cause corrosion between the factory and the moment it is installed on the instrument. The removable ball end fits standard fine tuners and tailpiece slots commonly found on 1/4 size student violins, making installation quick and straightforward.

Technical Specifications

• Instrument: Violin (1/4 size)
• String Name: E (single replacement string)
• Scale / Playing Length: 265 mm (10 1/2")
• Core: Solid steel
• Wrap Material: Tin-plated high-carbon steel (plain steel E)
• Tension: Medium
• Ending: Removable ball end
• Country of Manufacture: USA

Who It's For

The Prelude E string is the right choice for students, parents, and educators who need a dependable replacement E string for a 1/4 size student violin. It is well suited to school orchestra programs, private lesson studios, and rental fleets where a single broken or worn E needs to be replaced without purchasing an entire string set. The medium tension and warm tone make it appropriate for beginners developing their bow technique as well as intermediate players refining their tone production.

Because the E is sold as a single replacement, it is also a practical option for players who already have a full set of Prelude strings on their instrument and need to swap out only the highest-pitched string. Whether the goal is a reliable first string for a new student or a consistent replacement for an active school program, this E string delivers the warm sound and durable construction that have made Prelude a trusted name in string education.