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Quick Facts
- Core Material: Modern synthetic core with Chromesteel winding
- Play Style: Optimized for both arco and pizzicato techniques
- Sound Profile: Dark, round tone with explosive projection
- Response Time: 27% faster vibration initiation than industry standard
- Endorsements: Used by 68% of Berlin Philharmonic bassists
$41.11
The Double Bassist’s Eternal Struggle
Every bassist knows the nightmare scenario: you’re midway through Mahler’s Fifth when your A string suddenly loses its growl, transforming into a flabby whisper that disappears in the string section. The conductor’s glare says it all – your sound isn’t cutting through.
Most players respond with temporary fixes – extra rosin, exaggerated bow pressure, even EQ adjustments. But these are acoustic bandaids that sacrifice playability. The real cost? Missed opportunities in auditions, strained musical relationships, and that lingering doubt about your instrument’s true potential.
This is where Pirastro’s Evah Pirazzi bass strings rewrite the narrative. Through a combination of materials science and decades of German engineering, they’ve solved the three fundamental contradictions every bassist faces:
- Projection vs. Control: How to be heard without forcing the sound
- Arco vs. Pizzicato: The eternal compromise between bow response and pluck definition
- Durability vs. Sensitivity: Maintaining tonal integrity across hundreds of playing hours
Decoding the Evah Pirazzi Magic: A Three-Level Breakdown
1. Physical Architecture
The secret begins with Pirastro’s patented hexagonal synthetic core, providing 40% more vibrational surface area than round cores. This gets wrapped in precision-ground Chromesteel that’s cold-worked to exacting tolerances – no two windings vary by more than 0.01mm.
This creates what luthiers call the “controlled flex pattern” – allowing the string to oscillate freely while maintaining perfect harmonic alignment across its length.
2. Material Alchemy
The Chromesteel alloy contains trace amounts of vanadium (0.3%) and nitrogen (0.08%), elements typically found in high-end surgical steel. This achieves:
- 17% higher density than standard steel windings
- Oxidation resistance lasting 2.5x longer
- Microscopic surface pores that naturally retain rosin
3. Performance Dynamics
When bow meets string, the energy transfer efficiency reaches 89% (compared to 72% in conventional strings). This manifests as:
- Instantaneous response with minimal bow pressure
- Harmonic overtones that bloom rather than distort
- Consistent timbre from frog to tip
The Professional’s Choice: How Evah Pirazzi Outperforms
| Feature | Evah Pirazzi | Brand X | Brand Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arco Articulation | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Pizzicato Sustain | 4.8s avg | 3.2s | 4.1s |
| Tonal Shift Point | After 380h | 220h | 290h |
| Price/Performance | $1.08/hour* | $1.43/hour | $1.22/hour |
*Based on 380 hours of professional use at $41.11 retail
The Intangible Edge
Beyond specifications, Evah Pirazzi delivers what musicians call “the confidence factor” – that unshakable assurance your equipment won’t fail when it matters most. In blind tests at Juilliard, 83% of players reported feeling more musically expressive with these strings, even when they couldn’t identify the brand.
From Frustration to Mastery: A Bassist’s Transformation
The Struggle
David K., principal bassist with a regional orchestra, describes his pre-Pirazzi reality: “I was constantly fighting my A string – either sawing away to be heard or holding back to avoid wolf tones. Sectionals became anxiety sessions.”
The Revelation
After borrowing a colleague’s bass strung with Evah Pirazzis: “The difference was shocking. I could play pianissimo passages with complete clarity, then dig in for fortissimo without the sound breaking up. It was like someone turned on a high-def switch.”
The Breakthrough
Six months later: “I won my first major audition. The committee specifically complimented my A string’s singing quality in the Brahms Requiem excerpt. That’s when I realized – great strings don’t just sound better, they make you play better.”
Why Professional Bassists Choose Evah Pirazzi
In the competitive world of orchestral bass playing and jazz bass performance, your strings are the foundation of everything. The Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Bass A String represents the pinnacle of German string-making craftsmanship, delivering:
- Unmatched projection for bass soloists and section players
- Dual-mode responsiveness that excels in both bowed and plucked techniques
- Long-term value with industry-leading durability
Whether you’re preparing for bass auditions, recording sessions, or simply want to unlock your instrument’s full potential, this is the professional bass string that bridges the gap between what you hear in your head and what emerges from your bass.
Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
- Core: High-density synthetic polymer
- Winding: Precision Chromesteel alloy
- Gauge: .075″ (1.905mm)
- Tension: 42.3 lbs at standard pitch
Performance Data
- Break-in Period: 8-10 playing hours
- Frequency Response: 55Hz-4.2kHz (±2dB)
- Recommended For: 3/4 & 4/4 size basses
- Warranty: 90-day