Larsen Il Cannone Silver D – Violin D String 4/4

Larsen Il Cannone Silver D is a professional individual D string for 4/4 violin, developed by Danish manufacturer Larsen Strings. It combines an advanced synthetic multi-filament core with winding made from 99.85% pure silver. The string tension is 5.1 kg.

It belongs to the Il Cannone Silver range, designed for a brilliant, overtone-rich sound with strong projection, clear articulation and immediate bow response. The silver-wound D plays an important role in the set's tonal balance, connecting the expressive middle register with the resonant sound of the G string.

Sound and playing characteristics

The D string has a significant influence on the violin's middle-register sound. It provides a link between the A string and the deeper resonance of the G, affecting melodic continuity, tonal richness and clarity during energetic playing.

Il Cannone Silver was developed with an emphasis on bright, focused and strongly projecting sound. Larsen highlights abundant upper overtones, fast response and precise articulation across a wide dynamic range.

The silver-wound D string helps maintain the clarity associated with the range in the middle and lower registers. It is particularly interesting for players seeking greater definition on the D string, well-articulated individual notes and resonance without losing the clarity of the initial attack.

Actual tonal results depend on the violin's acoustic properties, setup and the musician's technique. The string may interact differently with naturally dark, bright or powerful instruments.

Synthetic core and silver winding

The string is built on a synthetic multi-filament core. Larsen uses this core concept for the A, D and G strings of the Il Cannone Silver family, selecting the appropriate winding material for each register.

While the A string has aluminium winding, the D and G strings use high-grade silver. Silver's high density provides the mass needed for the lower string pitches while maintaining a practical playing diameter.

Combining the synthetic core with flat silver wire is intended to achieve the desired balance between flexibility, bow resistance, precise articulation and resonance.

The 99.85% silver purity refers to the winding wire itself. The entire string is not made of silver: its core remains synthetic.

Working with other Il Cannone Silver strings

This D string forms part of the original Larsen Il Cannone Silver set, containing five strings: Silver E, Caprice E, A, D and G. The two alternative E strings allow players to tailor the upper register, while the D and G strings provide a coordinated tonal foundation in the lower registers.

Both D and G use silver winding of the same 99.85% purity, supporting the overall sound concept of the range when moving between neighbouring lower strings.

The D string is available individually to replace a worn string without buying a complete set. It can also be used in customised Larsen string combinations when a different balance suits the violin better.

Technical specifications

Performance life and care

When developing Il Cannone Silver, Larsen focused not only on brilliance and projection but also on long-term performance stability. According to the manufacturer, the high-purity silver winding contributes to lasting tonal and playing qualities.

After playing, remove rosin and residue with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners and jewellery silver-polishing products, as they are not intended for musical strings.

During installation, check that the nut and bridge grooves are smooth and do not damage the winding. Bring the string gradually up to pitch while monitoring the position of the bridge.

Please note: this product contains one individual D string for 4/4 violin. The complete Il Cannone Silver set and the matching individual G string are sold separately.