If you've just purchased your first cello, you may notice the strings sound dull and lifeless. This is quite common for student instruments, hence why teachers across the globe recommend to upgrade to Astrea strings straight away. This way you know you're learning on a set of strings which have been tried and trusted for years.

Each string features a steel core which is why Astrea strings are excellent at staying in tune. This is important as it means you spend less time tuning your instrument, and more time focusing on the music. Thanks to Astrea's accessible price, you can comfortably keep a spare set of strings in your case for a quick and easy replacement.