Historically, catgut was the most common material for the strings of harps, lutes, violins, violas, cellos, double basses, viols, acoustic guitars, and other stringed musical instruments, as well …

Plain (pure) gut strings (unwound) are used on stringed instruments with Baroque set-ups (the E, A, and sometimes D strings on violins; the A and D and sometimes G of violas and cellos). …

Aug 9, 2023 · In this article, we debunk the myth and reveal the truth about cat gut strings: they’re not what they appear to be. The name conjures up images of felines, but the truth is both …

Mar 5, 2015 · Gut strings have amazing blending capacities and ranges of expression, and simultaneously invite and challenge you to explore deeply the musical language of the vast …

Gut string are the traditional violin strings that the violins were equipped with from their inception in circa 1530 till the 20th century when the technology advanced enough for the creation of …

Gaidano’s writing is an accurate, concise summary of everything you need to know about the history of the strings used on the violin family instruments. Although some of the information …

Gut strings are known for their warm, rich, and complex tones. They offer a wide range of tonal colors and are highly responsive to nuanced bowing techniques. These strings are often …

Dec 11, 2025 · French violinist Amandine Beyer shares her thoughts on the pros and cons of performing on gut strings

Mar 2, 2023 · The article discusses considerations for selecting and preparing gut violin strings, emphasizing their fragility and need for proper handling. It also explores alternative gut string …

Jul 4, 2025 · Ideal for period instruments and historically informed performances, these strings help recreate the authentic sound of classical and baroque music. The set comes individually …