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Double-length Strings
Gamut Music offers some strings as “double-length.” As it sounds, this is long enough to get two usable lengths from it. This is enough length to tie a knot in the end and still have plenty of excess string to wrap around the peg. Depending on your instrument's string length, the position of the hole in the peg, and how many revolutions you like to have around the peg, you might need to cut the string even a little shorter. However, be careful not to cut it too short, as it might slip on the peg.
If you select the knot option, the string will come with knots tied on each end. You can cut the string in the middle and install as is your practice.
Double-length Violin Strings
The Academie violin e-1 and a-2 strings are supplied in double-length. This string is 48" (120cm) long and, when cut in two, 24" (60cm) long.
Double-length Viola Strings
The Academie viola a-1 string is supplied in double-length. This string will come in either one length of 64" (160cm) or two lengths of 32" (80cm) long. The 64" length will need to be cut in two for installation.
Double-length Treble Viol Strings
The Academie treble viol d-1 and a-2 strings are supplied in double length. This string will come in either one length of 64" (160cm) or two lengths of 32" (80cm) long. The 64" length will need to be cut in two for installation.
Double-length Pardessus Viol Strings
The Academie pardessus viol g-1 and d-2 strings are supplied in double-length. This string is 48" (120cm) long and, when cut in two, 24" (60cm) long.