As a musician, when I think of Yamaha, I tend to think of their pianos, followed by motorcycles. Their violins were never the first things to come to my mind until I found the world of electric violins. This is where Yamaha shines; their electric violins are some of the best on the market. But …
Shoulder rests help players hold the violin stably and comfortably while freeing up the left hand. The kind of shoulder rest you’ll need depends on your playing posture, build, chinrest and instrument. I recommend ensuring your chinrest is comfortable and well-fitted before looking for a shoulder rest, as chinrests are much less adjustable. Bottom Line …
Eastman violins are some of the best hand-crafted instruments for advanced players and students. Curated, classy, and with a rich tone, these violins range from affordable to highly expensive. With such a large selection of models, this article is meant to guide you towards the best Eastman Violin for you. My Bottom line up-front: Eastman …
Stentor is one of the leading quality student violin builders in the world. They are known for offering affordable violin than takes you from your first lesson to a professional level. The brand offers so many options that a best Stentor violins brand guide is necessary to make the right choice. I will be careful …
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This step-by-step guide will explain exactly how to change your violin strings safely and efficiently! There aren’t many things that can go wrong, but it can be a fiddly process the first few times. If you’ve never changed your strings before or seen it done, you might ask your violin teacher, luthier or an experienced …
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Summary: This violin price range guide will explain the different bracketed price ranges for violins and what quality you can expect in each. Purchasing a violin can be very rewarding but knowing exactly how much you should spend on your investment is crucial. It’s always good to do some homework and figure out how much …
Mendini is well known for producing cheap student-quality instruments that may or may not be playable for even a seasoned professional. However, where they fail in quality control and material quality, they make up for a bundle of goodies at a super cheap price. My experience with Mendini and their parent company Cecilio has varied …
Summary: If you want to save money on a violin, learn where to buy a used violin. Used instruments come in many conditions, but if you know what to look for and where you can find a good deal. Bottomline Up Front If you are looking for a beginner model, I recommend finding a used …
Tuning a violin may seem simple, but as any musician new to the instrument knows, this simplicity is deceptive! Pegs or fine tuners? Perfect fifths or string-by-string? Tuning apps? This guide will explore different techniques, tips, and tuning to other instruments. Bottom Line Up Front: Find a precise A440 Hertz and match your A string …
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Cheap violins are tempting, especially when attached to free 2-day shipping. They look like a great deal. This is Cecilio’s, Mendini’s parent company’s specialty, offering deceivingly cheap instruments and many accessories to entice buyers. And it works very well, as they are still one of the more well-known producers of low-priced student instruments. While some …
