Tonica strings have a core made from nylon
They produce a lively well-rounded sound, perfectly balanced across all four string
Responding instantly to any bowing style, they reward both player and listener with an open and direct sound
With substantially reduced background 'hiss', players can sustain a more even tone helping to achieve smoother string crossings
With a highly responsive left hand feel, Tonica strings remain very easy to play all the way up to the highest positions
Projection and brilliance have been upgraded
However, this excess does not mean that the Tonica has lost its warmth
Playing pianissimo has considerably improved
All bow strokes are possible resulting in smooth crossings from one note to another
Easy right hand articulation and tone attack
Due to their medium string tension Tonica strings are suitable for all instruments
Insensitive to variations in temperature and humidity