Who are we?

The String Zone was founded in 2004 by Andrew Riley in Egham, Surrey. It has since grown to become by far the largest online UK retailer of orchestral strings, cases, bows and accessories. Buy with confidence from a company whose staff have over 30 years' experience in all aspects of bowed strings.

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Recent Buyer Reviews
Larsen Soloist's Edition Cello, A String Smooth singing tone especially beyond 5th position full review...
2 days ago
Pirastro Oliv-Stiff Viola String, C I normally love the olive label strings. I prefer the “normal’ Olive label C string. This was an experiment and it’s ok, but in my opinion, on my ... full review...
4 days ago
Arcus T7 Cello Bow Allows lots of subtlety and expression, light and manoeuverable. I preferred the grip and winding aesthetics of some the other Arcus bows. full review...
4 days ago