Created by Larsen Strings, these rosins are designed to create refined and delicate friction.
• Blends of choice raw materials
• For violin, viola or cello.
• Fabric wrapper.
• Premium quality light rosin.
• Low dust
Created by Larsen Strings, these rosins are designed to create refined and delicate friction. The unique rosin recipes ideally complement the Larsen string range.
For Violin, Viola and Cello: blends of choice raw materials have been specifically developed to match the individual instrument's requirements to optimise adhesion whilst minimising unnecessary noise, creating a seamless blend between bow and strings.
Larsen Strings Rosin is available in two recipe variants for violin, viola and cello—Rich Amber Original and Larsen Red.
Please Note: Rosin is a natural material. In common with most naturally derived non-synthetic bowed instrument rosins, Larsen rosin may cause an allergic reaction in some players.
Pirastro Obligato Rosin produces a mellow, rounded sound—perfect for low/medium tension synthetic strings. Made from natural pine resin, it’s packaged for easy, clean application and helps achieve smooth, scratch-free bowing.
Key Features:
• For synthetic strings, low/medium tension
• Forest honey colour, mellow sound
• Natural pine resin, high-quality
• Easy-grip packaging, minimal dust
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold Rosin is the ideal match for Evah Pirazzi Gold strings, offering powerful projection, smooth bow response, and minimal dust. Made in Germany for violin, viola, and cello—apply sparingly for best results.
Key Features:
• Perfect for Evah Pirazzi Gold strings
• Full sound, excellent projection
• Smooth articulation, minimal dust
• Made in Germany for violin, viola, and cello
Traditional MELOS Rosins for violas are hand-made in Greece, with high-quality Pine tree resin, without any chemical additives.
• High-quality Melos rosin
• One of the world's finest rosins
• Contain no chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars
• Softer dark viola rosin formulated specifically for winter seasons
• Because it is 100% handmade in small batches, it is always fresh
• Made of Greek pine-tree colophony produced by Sykiotis in Greece
Cecilia Solo Viola Rosin Full Cake delivers maximum projection with clear articulation and a warm, round tone. Powerful, sensitive, and forgiving under high bow pressure—perfect for solo and ensemble playing.
Key Features:
• Maximised projection and articulation
• Warm, round tone
• No sound cracking under pressure
• Powerful yet sensitive for soloists
It comes in two varieties - Supple and Crisp. You can try one of them and enjoy their benefits.
Supple Blend
• A warm and softer sound
• Consistent traction that feels velvety and rich
• Maintains a reliably sharp attack on the string
Crisp Blend
• A decisive attack
• Firm traction and crisp sautille
• Creates an undeniably forthright sound through a glassier texture
The casing is made from Australian timbers, and the rosin is wrapped in deerskin leather.
The type of wood used in the casing is dependent on availability.
Melos Baroque Viola Rosin is a handcrafted, medium-hard, dark amber rosin made in Greece for gut strings. Warm, full sound, minimal dust, and authentic baroque performance—mounted on silk cloth and packed fresh in a reusable pouch.
Key Features:
• Medium-hard, dark amber rosin
• For viola/tenor viol gut strings
• Handcrafted, all-natural pine resin
• Silk cloth wrap, reusable pouch
• Made fresh in small batches in Greece
Pirastro Eudoxa Rosin is a yellow-orange, premium rosin for a full, round sound—perfect for “Eudoxa” and “Chorda” strings. Clean application, excellent grip, and smooth play.
Key Features:
• For Eudoxa & Chorda strings
• Yellow-orange, full sound
• Natural pine resin, dust-free grip
• Soft cloth and plastic grip packaging
Cecilia Solo Viola Rosin Full Cake delivers maximum projection and clear articulation, producing a powerful, sensitive sound that remains warm and round—even under high bow pressure.
Key Features:
• Maximised projection and articulation
• Warm, round tone
• No sound cracking under pressure
• Full cake—ideal for soloists
