I am very hard to please when it comes to strings, so it is not without great deliberation that I say that the Evah Pirazzis are the finest all-around set of strings I have every used. They speak quickly under the bow and have a lovely, rich tone; and for pizzicato playing, they possess a rare combination of darkness/fullness and clarity/sustain. They are very well-suited for playing in either an orchestra or in a jazz group, and there are no other strings that can handle both duties as well. You have done a fantastic job with these strings. You are to be congratulated, however, for the fact that the Evah Pirazzis do not seem to lose their life when repeatedly taken off and put back on the bass. Thank you,
Jeremy Allen
Professor of jazz studies
Indiana University

Pirastro has hit a home run with these. I love the way they sound, I love the way they make me sound, and I love the way I'm inspired to keep
playing. "I'm so happy I can't stop playing." Right on the mark!!
Richard Russo

These strings are INCREDIBLE!! I play them in the orchestra (Seattle Symphony) and they speak more easily than any other strings on the market. The long E in particular is the best on the market in my opinion. The pizz tone is dark and full. They are a great orchestral string, easy to bow and with a deep sound, yet not mushy or rubbery under the bow - it is a rare balance no other string has in my opinion. I would buy them over any other string available.
Jonathan Burnstein
Seattle Symphony

The lower tension in comparison to the .... strings required a lighter jazz pizzicato, but the strings sound and feel far better to my ear. The tension is very even across the strings and the sound sings. Congratulations on your Obligato 5ths set - I think it is outstanding.
Steve Laye

Note on the Oblitagos: Through the years I have managed to developed a problem with my left wrist. On the ..., I would fatigue quickly, and my wrist would hurt quite a lot...with the Obligatos, I have absolutely no problem at all.....a softer string with great volume and projection.....
With Gratitude,
John Costalupes

I've had the Chorda G and D on for just a year. They sound wonderful. Actually I think they sound even better now. The E Oliv is on for a year too - no problem what so ever. I'm going to keep these strings on as long as I can.
Be well, Don Messina

The best "hybrid" string I've tried. Good for both jazz pizzicato and bowing. More of a "gut" feel and sound than metal strings.
Steve Boisen

I purchased a set of your PIRASTRO OBLIGATO Double Bass strings some months ago. Prior to that I was using the -( brand name)- Solo set. What a difference in my sound! The OBLIGATO's were much richer and uniform in sound. They are also easier to play and have a very organic natural tone. I also like the dark tone and sustain I can get out of my strings.
My style is strictly Pizz and Slap style (Blues, Swing and Rockabilly) I am very hard on my strings and the strings perform extremely well. I am totally satisfied with your strings and will be recommending them to my Double Bass buddies!
Tex Waggoner

I just tried your Obligato bass string and think it is fantastic! It has a wonderful sound for both arco and pizzicato. It is very responsive and has a great variety of sound. It has a beautiful warm sound. Everyone I have played with has remarked on them. Thank You.
Dan O'Brien

After the Obligatos worked themselves in I have found that I thouroghtly LOVE these strings. Great bow response, feel, and sustain. Great tone both arco and pizz. Please market these strings in the USA. I will use these strings again next time. You have solved my string problems. I have returned my questionaire with all the exceptional boxes checked. Great job guys.
Sincerley, Joshua Needleman