Il Cannone Silver for Violin

Larsen Featured Artist Josef Špaček

“Great responsive range, even in softest dynamics. You never feel that you have to work hard for it. They articulate well in any dynamic and tempo and really complement one another.”

Josef Špaček

Il Cannone Silver for Violin

Our Il Cannone Silver set introduces a bold, shining voice to the Il Cannone family. Designed for violinists seeking a silvery brilliance with an increased overtone resonance and superior projection.
This set features five strings, including two distinct E strings to match your sound: a bold & powerful Silver E and a sparkling & focused Caprice E with higher tension.

Silvery, powerful and projecting sound
Bright sound with shine and clarity
Silver E string: Powerful, bold and silvery
Caprice E string: Sparkling and focused

Sound & Characteristics

Please note that the illustrated values are intended for guidance purposes only.

Il Cannone Silver Technical Information

String tension as kg/lbs, string core material, string winding material(s) and silk colors illustrated as ball and silk winding at the tailpiece end then silk color combinations, per string, at the peg end.

	Tension	Core	Winding	Silks
Il Cannone Silver E	Tension 8.1 / 17.8	Core Carbon steel	Winding N/A	Silks
Il Cannone Caprice E	Tension 8.7 / 19.2	Core Carbon steel	Winding N/A	Silks
Il Cannone Silver A	Tension 6.0 / 13.2	Core Synthetic multi-filament	Winding Aluminium	Silks
Il Cannone Silver D	Tension 5.1 / 11.2	Core Synthetic multi-filament	Winding High grade silver	Silks
Il Cannone Silver G	Tension 4.8 / 10.6	Core Synthetic multi-filament	Winding High grade silver	Silks

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Il Cannone Violin Guide

Il Cannone violin strings are available as a series of four brand variants characterised by a clear and colourful sound with punch and projection at the core. Explore the options to find your sound…

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Why choose Il Cannone Silver?

A distinct silvery brilliance with enhanced overtone resonance and projection.

Our Il Cannone Silver set introduces a bold, shining voice to the Il Cannone family, designed for violinists seeking a silvery brilliance with an increased overtone resonance and superior projection. The set features five strings, including two distinct E strings to match your sound: a bold & powerful Silver E and a sparkling & focused Caprice E.

At the heart of Il Cannone Silver lies a focus on clarity with an overtone-rich resonance, particularly in the upper register. The D and G strings are wound with high-grade 99.85% pure silver flat wire, ensuring exceptional brightness and purity of sound, while enhancing the richness and colours in the lower range. These premium materials not only add a distinctive tonal shine but also contribute to lasting stability and performance durability.

The A string is built upon the same innovative synthetic core as the D and G strings and is wound with precision aluminium flat wire. The Silver E and Caprice E strings both feature a removeable ball end and are made using a unique carbon steel.

Josef Špaček

Versatile Five String Set

Silver E: powerful, bold and silvery. Perfect for an assertive tonal presence.

Silver E Caprice: sparkling, focused and brilliant. Ideal for instruments that benefit from added brilliance.

“I was immediately struck by the brilliance and clarity of the Il Cannone Silver strings. They offer incredible projection and a powerful, vibrant tone that fills even the largest halls with ease. The resonance across all four strings is beautifully balanced – rich and responsive, yet always refined. These strings have become an essential part of my sound.

Il Cannone Silver are definitely Soloist material. This new set delivers what the name suggests: A silvery, clear tone.”

Josef Špaček

“LeBrun; Bouthillard” Guarneri del Gesù (1732)

Il Cannone Silver is designed to respond swiftly under the bow, whilst offering nuanced control across dynamics and colour. It offers high bow resistance and a wide dynamic range with fast, articulate response while maintaining a flexible feel under the fingers. The distinct sonic character is defined by radiant clarity with luxurious overtones making Silver a perfect choice for performance in larger halls and those seeking a more vibrant presence.