The Pirastro Obligato Double Bass Long E String achieves a classic sound whilst having modern playability. The synthetic core produces a similar warm complex sound to real gut. This model has a chrome steel winding for a consistent feel that is resistant to humidity and temperature change. This strings medium gauge balances an expressive response with deep resonance. This Obligato string has a ball end a 2.1 metre length and is designed for 3/4 size double basses.The Obligato series of strings are ideal for players who want a gut sound without the drawbacks. The high quality synthetic gut is a multistrand core that has a bright response and soft feel. The synthetic material is completely resilient to temperature and humidity changes making it ideal for players who frequently play live. This also increases the strings tuning stability and are quicker to achieve optimum playability. Despite not being made from gut the strings have an excellent response and the playability is consistently even through the bass entire register. The Obligato strings have been designed to support each others frequencies for a sound full of complexity and balance. All Obligato strings have a ball tailpiece end.
