Larsen Il Cannone Gold – Violin String Set 4/4

Larsen Il Cannone Gold is a premium professional string set for 4/4 violin, developed by Danish manufacturer Larsen Strings. The complete set contains four strings — E, A, D and G — with a distinctive feature: both the D and G strings are wound with 10-karat gold alloy.

Il Cannone Gold is designed for violinists seeking exceptional projection, a broad palette of tonal colours and immediate bow response. Larsen's design combines powerful sound with sensitivity, expressive flexibility and long-lasting performance.

Sound and playing characteristics

Larsen positions Il Cannone Gold as the most powerful violin string option in the Il Cannone family. The sound is designed to be full, brilliant and focused, combining strong projection with rich tonal colours for concert performance.

A particular emphasis is placed on balancing strength with sensitivity. The strings are intended to respond confidently under energetic bowing while allowing subtle dynamic and tonal expression. The Gold D and G strings provide a resonant lower-register foundation, while A and E maintain articulation and clarity in the upper register.

According to Larsen, the strings deliver excellent response immediately after installation. After several days of playing, the Gold D and G may develop further tonal flexibility and a more focused sound.

Four-string set composition

E string: special carbon steel, unwound, with a tension of 9.0 kg. Provides a direct response and clear articulation. A removable ball end allows use with compatible ball-end or loop-end fine tuners.

A string: advanced synthetic multi-filament core with precision-rolled aluminium flat-wire winding. Tension: 6.0 kg. Selected to connect the E string with the gold-wound D in a balanced tonal transition.

D string: synthetic multi-filament core with 10K gold alloy winding. Tension: 5.1 kg. Developed to work together with the Gold G string for an expressive middle and lower register.

G string: synthetic multi-filament core with 10K gold alloy winding. Tension: 4.8 kg. Designed to produce rich resonance, depth and a powerful fundamental tone.

String specifications

Technical information

Who is this set designed for?

Il Cannone Gold is especially suitable for professional violinists, soloists, orchestral players and advanced students seeking a rich, resonant sound with powerful projection and a wide dynamic range.

Tension consideration: Il Cannone Gold has a higher tension level than Il Cannone Medium. If your violin is sensitive to stronger string tension, consult a qualified violin maker before selecting the full set. Higher tension does not always produce better results on every instrument.

Installation and care

Replace strings one at a time, checking bridge alignment and the position of each string in the nut and bridge grooves. After playing, gently remove rosin and residue using a soft, dry cloth.

Larsen places special emphasis on the longevity of its gold-wound D and G strings, although their service life depends on playing conditions and maintenance. The gold winding does not require polishing compounds.

Please note: this product contains one complete set of four violin strings: E, A, D and G. Only the D and G strings have 10K gold alloy winding; the E and A strings are not gold-wound.