11 best sky violins
When it comes to violins and other musical instruments, there are numerous reputable brands and makers known for their quality craftsmanship and instruments tailored for various skill levels and playing styles. These brands often have a history of producing exceptional violins that are sought after by musicians and collectors alike.
If you are interested in acquiring a violin or learning more about specific brands and models, we recommend consulting with music stores, luthiers (violin makers and repair experts), or musicians who have expertise in stringed instruments. They can provide valuable insights and recommendations based on your needs and preferences when it comes to selecting a violin.
Below you can find our editor's choice of the best sky violins on the marketProduct description
This is a very beautiful 4/4 size SKYVN201 student violin package that comes complete with 1 Brazilwood bow, 1 lightweight triangular violin case and 1 high quality shoulder rest. This violin is professionally set up and ready to play, beautiful oil varnished, solid spruce top and solid highly flamed maple back, sides, neck and scroll. This violin has beautiful inlaid purfling, and pegs, fingerboard and chinrest are made from solid maple wood. Tailpiece is made from aluminum with four high quality built in fine tuner. High quality Austrian rosin cake is included. Bow has double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair, nice light weight case and rosin. It also comes with a new fitted bridge and high quality strings, as well as lightweight rubber mute. Great sound. Lightweight case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment.
Includes:
● 4/4 Violin
● Triangular Lightweight Violin Case
● Brazilwood Violin bow
● High Quality Steel Strings
● High Quality Shoulder Rest
● High Quality Rosin
● Rubber Practice Mute
● (Violin stand is NOT included)
Notes to New Players
- Violin need to be tuned every time before playing. When tuning, push pegs inward so the peg stay in place, sometimes extra force is needed to keep the pegs from slipping.
- For the first time, bow need to be rosined for 5 minutes (or 30-50 full passes), and after every 4-6 hours practice, rosin need to be reapplied.
- Loose bow hair each time after playing, and tighten your bow by gently tuning the tension screw.
- After playing the violin, gently clean it with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth to remove rosin build-up on the strings and any dust, oil or sweat.
- If you need professional instructions, please feel free to reach out to us, we are always here to help.
- Beautiful 4/4 SKYVN201 student violin perfectly made for beginning Violin player.
- Professionally set up and ready to play.
- Package comes complete with 1 Brazil wood bow, 1 lightweight triangular violin case and 1 high quality shoulder rest.
- Beautiful oil varnished, solid spruce top and solid highly flamed maple back, sides, neck and scroll.
- 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects.
User questions & answers
Question: | Hello, i am very interested in the article, but i live in ecuador, is it possible that you are sent through fedex to my country |
Answer: | Yes, it will. |
Question: | Our violin did not have directions on how to get started. Is there a manual I can request in how to set up the violin for first time |
Answer: | Both. |
Question: | Does this violin come with a horse hair or natural hair bow |
Answer: | Yes |
Question: | I am assuming it doesn't come with the stand...where can I acquire a stand as shown or similar to it |
Answer: | Yes. There are two bow holders. |
Question: | Will the rest for in the case |
Answer: | Glasser instruments are available in 16 different colors. The "base" color is an orange that is similar in appearance to what a varnished wood instrument might look like-although those run lighter and darker, with more red, brown, or gold hues. Glasser instruments also come in black, gunmetal, silver, white, green, blue, purple, red, and pink. AE and AEX versions have a different look meaning a green AE does not look like a green AEX. |
Question: | Can you carry this as a backpack or a messenger bag |
Answer: | Yes, it will. |
Question: | Does this item have backpack straps |
Answer: | Both. |
Question: | Is there room for the bow inside the case |
Answer: | Yes |
Product description
This is a very beautiful SKYVN202 pink lacquer student violin outfit that comes complete with one Brazilwood bow.
● This violin is set up and ready to play, features solid wood top, back, sides, neck and scroll.
● It has delicate craftsmanship and finished with beautiful color varnish.
● Pegs, fingerboard and chinrest are made from solid wood, tailpiece is made from alloy with four built in fine tuner.
● High quality Austrian rosin cake is included.
● Bows are double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair.
● It also comes with a new fitted bridge and high quality strings. Good sound.
● Lightweight case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment.
● 4/4 - full size, for age 9 yrs+ to adult with an arm length of 23.5 and up.
● 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects.
- This is a very beautiful SKYVN202 pink lacquer student violin outfit that comes complete with one Brazilwood bow.
- This violin is set up and ready to play, it features solid wood top, back, sides, neck and scroll.
- It has delicate craftsmanship and finished with beautiful color varnish. Tailpiece is made from alloy with four built in fine tuner.
- Lightweight case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment.
- 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects.
Product description
This hand made 4/4 SKYVN404 violin is for intermediate to professional violin players. The violin is made with all hand carved aged spruce on top, and maple for the rest of it. All high quality wood which has been dried for 30 years under suitable conditions. This violin is 100% hand made and 100% hand oil varnished by our master-level violin maker with great care and attention. The back arching is well executed and the carving clean and accurate. The strings are properly spaced, and the neck is very comfortable. It comes complete with a luxurious brazilwood Fully-line bow, a premium oblong violin case. Bow has double pearl eye and genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair. Case has matching blanket and two bow holders, featuring hygrometer, combination lock and large accessory compartment.
● Other features include delicately inlaid purfling, and solid ebony fingerboard, expensive and beautiful solid ebony pegs, chinrest and tailpiece.
● It comes with a brand new metal practice mute and a superior shoulder rest.
● High quality SKY rosin cake is also included.
● The varnish look gives you a definite sense of "antiqueness".
● The sound is deep and rich. Actual item looks much better than photos here.
● This violin has rich powerful and deep sound, excellent projection and great sensations while playing.
● Beautiful warm resonant tone, with clear harmonics. Well balanced violin on all strings.
● This violin can be played aggressively without feeling sluggish, or softly for a sweet mellow tone.
● NOTICE: Violin Stand is for display only.
- Beautiful 4/4 full size SKYVN404 Professional violin perfectly made for intermediate to Professional Violin players.
- Professionally set up and ready to play.
- It comes complete with a luxurious brazilwood Fully-line bow, a premium oblong violin case.
- All high quality wood has been dried for 30 years under suitable conditions. 100% hand made and 100% hand oil varnished by master-level violin maker.
- This violin has rich powerful and deep sound, excellent projection and great sensations while playing.
User questions & answers
Question: | Is it an acoustic violin |
Answer: | depends the player age. 1/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 means the size or length of the violin. 1/4 is for 5-8 years. 4/4 is for adult. 2/4 3/4 is for age between them. |
Question: | the shipment my country El Salvador has some money |
Answer: | It comes ready to play however, I would spend a few more dollars and get a better violin. The quality of this instrument is not very good. |
Question: | Whether this violin is an acoustic violin |
Answer: | late reply but maybe it might help someone else, when i was 11 or so i was given a 3/4 violin. it was a good size for me, and big enough to grow into. even at 24 i can still play the 3/4 when my 4/4 was being repaired though yes it is a bit small for me now, but i didn't want to fall out of practice. i dont really know how much smaller the 1/2 is in my hands i think that would be good for an 8 year old but you would need to upgrade to a 3/4 or 4/4 by the time they are 13-15, if they grow fast during puberty i would just pay for a 4/4 and have them grow into it. |
Question: | Will you install fine tuners on all strings |
Answer: | I think it would be great for a twelve year old to play because even though it didn't work for me it would never work as a toy toy you can play around with but with this violin I think it's great for a twelve year old I mean my sister plays that same one and she is only 11. |
Question: | What is the difference in sizes between 1/4 1/2 and 4/4 Am thinking of getting one, just not sure about the size |
Answer: | Dear Luis,We ship to Ecuador using USPS, however if you can provide us with your FedEx account, we can definitely ship using FedEx,Thank you very much,Best regards,GeorgeSky Music |
Question: | Hello, I am a Double Bass player in my school orchestra. I am new to the violin, and wanted to know if the bridge/strings will be placed already? Thx |
Answer: | First buy a tuner. Then there are dozens of get started books on Amazon. The absolute best way to get started is to take lessons. Good luck! |
Question: | What size is for children |
Answer: | The violin come with horse hair bow. |
Question: | Is this a real violin for a twelve year old starting to play or is it a toy |
Answer: | Dear Janet,Please refer to item ASIN:B013XEWSOAThank you,GeorgeSky Music |
Product features
Mendini MV200 Violin
The Mendini MV200 violin has an impressive quality for the price, and is a remarkably affordable option for students who have never played the violin before and want to try it out for the first time. The MV200 produces a bright and vibrant sound that is simple and easy to work with, and comes with an outfit that provides students with everything they will need to get started. Both of our Mendini MV200 and Mendini MV300 violins have the same specifications and quality, but they differ in the type of finish used and the character of sound each one produces. The MV300 has a mellow and warm tone with a soft satin varnish finish to match.
How to choose violin sizes
Violins are available in 8 different sizes: 4/4 (also called full size), 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, 1/16 and 1/32. Size 4/4 is the biggest and size 1/32 is the smallest. All adults, regardless of their size, use the size 4/4 violin.
To measure what size violin best suits you, you need to know the length between your neck and the middle of your left-hand palm (when your hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to your body, just like holding a violin). Most of the teachers prefer students to use the length from the neck to the wrist for measurement instead of the neck to mid-palm approach. The violin size determined by the neck/wrist approach would be the size that is more comfortable for students to hold. The violin size determined by the neck/mid-palm approach would be the biggest size students should use. The following table lists the length of each violin size. Find your length using your preferred approach and use that to determine the size of violin to get.
If you have a teacher, you should ask for your teacher's recommendation. If you don't have a teacher, we would recommend using the neck/wrist approach for students not using full size; for students who are deciding whether to used size 3/4 or size 4/4, use the neck/mid-palm approach. This is because it is always better those students feeling comfortable holding and playing the violin. However, while deciding between size 3/4 and size 4/4, if neck/mid-palm approach allows for size 4/4, then buying a size 4/4 is more economical since you don't have to buy another bigger size violin later. This is completely based on economical consideration. You should still decide what best suits your need.
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Product description
● Brand New luxurious euro-style oblong violin case, desirable features yet it is lightweight and durable.
● Rain proof canvas cloth outside with sturdy solid wood construction, beautiful luxurious velvet lining inside. And the neck restraint and tailpiece protector.
● Case comes with a matching blanket. Four bow holders and one clear tube to hold violin strings.
● Features hygrometer, large music sheet pocket on top this case.
● Two ample size storage compartments for rosin, shoulder rest, shoulder straps and more.
● Hand carry handles (side or top) and shoulder straps are provided.
● Quality material used throughout the case with elegant velvet interior.
- Euro-style Oblong Case
- 4/4 Violin Case
- Lightweight and Protective
- Canvas cloth outside with sturdy solidwood construction
- Ample size storage compartments
User questions & answers
Question: | How many pounds is it |
Answer: | Dear Amazon Customer,This violin is indeed an acoustic violin,Hope I've answered your question,Thank you for your inquiry,Sincerely,GeorgeSky Music |
Question: | Is the case able to be used as a 'backpack' too? Does it have straps |
Answer: | Dear Irvin,We can definitely ship this to El Salvador,Thank you for your inquiry,Best,GeorgeSky Music |
Question: | Can you lock this case |
Answer: | Yes, it is acoustic. |
Question: | Can this be carried like a backpack |
Answer: | I put in a request when I ordered, and they did install fine tuners on all strings. |
Product description
Sky Guarantee Mastero Sound 4/4 Size Professional Hand-made 4/4 Full Size Satin Acoustic Violin Antique Style
- Guarantee Mastero Quality Sound
- Natrual Solid Maple Back Highly Flamed 25 Years Dried, Solid Spruce Top
- Including C-3960 High Quality Oblong Case
- Including 1 Solid Brazilian Wood Bow
- 4/4 Full Size
User questions & answers
Question: | If I buy this violin with parts (chin rest, peg etc.) for extra cost, can you put them before shipping |
Answer: | It's around 5-6 pounds. It's a lot lighter then the old wooden violin cases. |
Question: | does it come with a bow |
Answer: | Yes, strap comes with this case. It's little bit heavy but i like this case |
Question: | What is the model number for this violin |
Answer: | Dear Sarah,The case includes a key and yes you can definitely lock it, but make sure you have the key.Hope I answered your questions, thank you very much for your inquiry,Best,GeorgeSky Music |
Question: | What is the tailpiece made from |
Answer: | Yes, and it comes with the straps to do so. By the way, a nice case for the money. |
Product description
● Sky Guarantee Mastero Sound Copy of Stradivarius 4/4 Size Professional Hand-made
● 4/4 Full Size Acoustic Violin Antique Style Ebony Parts
- Guarantee Mastero Quality Sound
- Natrual Solid Maple Back Highly Flamed 25 Years Dried, Solid Spruce Top
- Including C-3960 High Quality Oblong Case
- Including 1 Solid Brazilian Wood Bow
- 4/4 Full Size
User questions & answers
Question: | Is the back made of one pease, and is the violin handmade |
Answer: | Yes, we can assemble the violin parts onto the violin. Thank you for shopping with us. |
Question: | Is it durable? Is it worth the price |
Answer: | Thank you for your inquiry, yes it will come with a Solid Brazilian Wood Bow and a high quality rosin cake. Sincerely,SKY Music |
Question: | Kindly mention bow type and other accessories included with the package |
Answer: | The model number for this Violin is SKYVN303 |
Question: | does the case have a lock |
Answer: | Dear Morgan,The tailpiece of this violin is made of ebony wood.Hope I've answered your question, thank you very much for your inquiry,Best,GeorgeSky Music |
Product description
Brand New luxurious halfmoon violin case, desirable features yet it is lightweight and durable. Rain proof canvas cloth outside with sturdy light plywood construction, beautiful luxurious velvet lining inside. And the neck restraint and tailpiece protector with suspension. Case comes with a matching blanket and two bow holder. Features hygrometer, large music sheet pocket on top this case. Large size storage compartments for rosin, shoulder rest, shoulder straps and more. Hand carry handles (side or top) and shoulder straps are provided, extra D-ring for backpack option, deluxe latch and strong handle. Quality material used throughout the case with elegant black/green velvet interior.
- Brand New luxurious halfmoon violin case, desirable features yet it is lightweight and durable.
- Interior and exterior accessory compartments, two bow holders and adjustable shoulder straps.
- Suspension cushions that keep the violin centered so as to minimaze the impact on instrument.
- Features hygrometer, full length music sheet pocket on top this case with strong zippers.
- Case comes with a matching blanket.
User questions & answers
Question: | Why is there a cube cushion sewn on the inside of the case ? It presses on the chin rest part of my violin when I want to close the case |
Answer: | Dear Adel,Thank you for your inquiry, the back of this violin is in one piece and it is 100% handmade.Hope I've answered your questions.Bo,SKY Music |
Question: | Does it fit a carbon fiber bow |
Answer: | It is durable and worth the price. |
Question: | Is this a violin case |
Answer: | Dear,The bow will be a fully-lined octagonal Brazil wood bow,Accessories included are the case, bow and rosin.Hope I've answered your question, thank you very much for your inquiry,Sincerely,GeorgeSky Music |
Question: | Does this one, with the green interior, have only one storage area or two |
Answer: | Dear, The case that comes with this violin is installed with a lock and can be opened by the key provided. Hope I've answered your question, thank you very much for your inquiry, Sincerely, George Sky Music |
Product description
Introductions:
With high quality and affordable price, the 4/4 Acoustic Violin + Case + Bow + Rosin provides a perfect choice for beginning and advancing violin students. It features a wood body with a beautiful finish that offers full functionality for practice, studio, or stage. And it is skillfully crafted to be just as pleasing to the eye as it is to the ear. Top grade strings make sound production easy for the beginner. Additionally, it comes equipped with violin case, rosin, and bow. Bring it home right now!
Features:
1. High quality, affordable price. Come equipped with violin case, rosin, and bow
2. Ideal for beginning and advancing violin students. Top grade strings make sound production easy for the beginner
3. Feature a wood body with a beautiful finish
4. Offer full functionality for practice, studio, or stage
5. Skillfully crafted to be just as pleasing to the eye as it is to the ear
Specifications:
1. Violin Color: Sky Blue
2. Size: 4/4
3. Weight: 48.18oz
4. Rosin Dimensions: (1.89 x 1.22 x 0.63)" (L x W x H)
5. Panel Dimensions: (14.02 x 8.27 x 2.76)" (L x W x H)
6. Bow Length: 29.13"
7. Violin Dimensions: (23.43 x 8.27 x 2.76)" (L x W x H)
8. Case Dimensions: (31.30 x 10.04 x 4.72)"(L x W x H)
9. Back Material: Basswood
10. Side Material: Basswood
11. Face Material: Basswood
12. Tailpiece Material: Aluminium Alloy
13. Top Material: Maple
14. Chin Rest Material: Blacked Wood
15. Tuning Peg Material: Blacked Wood
16. End Pin Material: Blacked Wood
17. Violin Bow Material: Arbor
18. Viola Bridge Material: Maple
Package Includes:
1 x New 4/4 Blue Acoustic Violin + Case+ Bow + Rosin
- 1. High quality, affordable price. Come equipped with violin case, rosin, and bow
- 2. Ideal for beginning and advancing violin students. Top grade strings make sound production easy for the beginner
- 3. Feature a wood body with a beautiful finish
- 4. Offer full functionality for practice, studio, or stage
- 5. Skillfully crafted to be just as pleasing to the eye as it is to the ear
Product description
This is a very beautiful bright pink 1/10 SKYVNSM100 children violin package that comes complete with 1 Brazilwood bow, 1 lightweight triangular violin case and 1 high quality rosin.
This violin is professionally set up and ready to play, featuring solid wood top and solid wood pink oil varnished back, sides, neck and scroll. This violin has beautiful purfling, and pegs, fingerboard and chinrest are made from solid wood. Durable aluminum tailpiece comes with four high quality built in fine tuner.
Lightweight case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment. High quality Austrian rosin cake is included. Bow has double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair. It also comes with a new fitted bridge and high quality strings.
Great sound, perfect gift for children start learning violins.
Size suggestions: Age 2-4 yrs old with an arm length of 15" to 16"
Notes to New Players
- Violin need to be tuned every time before playing. When tuning, push pegs inward so the peg stay in place, sometimes extra force is needed to keep the pegs from slipping.
- For the first time, bow need to be rosined for 5 minutes (or 30-50 full passes), and after every 4-6 hours practice, rosin need to be reapplied.
- Loose bow hair each time after playing, and tighten your bow by gently tuning the tension screw.
- After playing the violin, gently clean it with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth to remove rosin build-up on the strings and any dust, oil or sweat.
- If you need professional instructions, please feel free to reach out to us, we are always here to help.
- Beautiful bright pink 1/10 SKYVNSM100 children violin package that comes complete with 1 Brazilwood bow, 1 lightweight triangular violin case and 1 high quality rosin.
- This violin is professionally set up and ready to play, featuring solid wood top and solid wood pink oil varnished back, sides, neck and scroll.
- Lightweight case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment.
- Bow has double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair.
- ROSIN Need to be applied for the first time use, VIOLIN WILL NOT PRODUCE SOUND WITHOUT ROSIN.
User questions & answers
Question: | How many centimeters from the bottom to the shoulder and how many inches from the bottom to the top of the scroll on the 1/16 size |
Answer: | it has a storage area for rosen, with a top. Then it has an opening to put your shoulder rest in. I love that. You pick what color you want. |
Product description
This is a very beautiful 1/4 Quarter size SKYVN201 student violin outfit that comes complete with Two Brazilwood bows. This violin is set up and ready to play, hand carved with high gloss finish, solid hand-carved spruce top and solid hand-carved maple back, sides, neck and scroll.
● This violin has beautiful inlaid purfling, and pegs, fingerboard and chinrest are made from solid maple wood.
● Tailpiece is made from alloy with four built in fine tuners.
● Bows are double pearl eye, genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair, well balanced.
● High quality Leto 603 rosin cake is included.
● It also comes with high quality Paititi shoulder rest and practice mute.
● Lightweight case has rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps with sheet music pocket and accessory compartment.
● 1 year warranty against manufacturer defects.
- Guarantee High Quality Sound
- Natrual Solid Maple Back Spruce Top
- Including Light Weight Hard Case, Paititi Shoulder Rest, Two High Quality Brazilian Wood Bows, Leto 603 Rosin and Mute
- 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty
- 1/4 Quarter Size
User questions & answers
Question: | What brand of strings come on this violin |
Answer: | The 1/16 sized violin has a body length of 8.25 inches, a width of 4.45 inches and total length of14.5 inches. Generally this is the size for a 3-year-old. To determine the correct size, measure from the neck to the palm of the hand when arm is stretched out in a horizontal position at about a 45 degree angle. |
Question: | Does it include strings |
Answer: | This cube combines with other features to protect the violin if you drop the case. 1. The cube combines with a pad below the bottom to keep the bottom of the instrument from moving. 2. The Velcro around the neck keeps that part from moving. I dropped my violin From waist height while in an old-style case that didn’t have these features. It hit with the top of the case facing down, which meant the top of the violin took the blow. Since the case didn’t have the above features, the violin kept moving when the case hit the ground. The force drove the bridge into the top of the case, and that drove the sound post into the belly of the violin enough to crack the belly. It also snapped the bridge in two. The repair bill was $500. This case (and others with similar features) would have prevented that damage. |
Question: | Does it come put together |
Answer: | Yes, you can store a carbon fiber bow in the case. |
Question: | It really good for beginner |
Answer: | YES.. it is a violin or fiddle case. So far it has worked out ok |
Product description
This is a very cute colored student outfit for kids from 2-3 years old, the outfit comes complete with one Brazilwood bows. It has double pearl eye, Real unbleached Mongolian horsehair, nice light weight case and rosin. It comes with a new bridge and high quality strings. Good sound. Total retail store price is $199.99 or more. Actual item looks much better than photos here.
● Set up and ready to play.
● Hand carved with high gloss finish.
● Nice solid wood (not fiberglass) violin with genuine Mongolian horsehair bow.
● Solid wood top and solid wood back, sides, neck and scroll.
● Hardwood pegs, fingerboard and chin rest with four fine tuners.
● Lightweight case with rain proof canvas exterior and shoulder straps.
Notes to New Players
- Violin need to be tuned every time before playing. When tuning, push pegs inward so the peg stay in place, sometimes extra force is needed to keep the pegs from slipping.
- For the first time, bow need to be rosined for 5 minutes (or 30-50 full passes), and after every 4-6 hours practice, rosin need to be reapplied.
- Loose bow hair each time after playing, and tighten your bow by gently tuning the tension screw.
- After playing the violin, gently clean it with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth to remove rosin build-up on the strings and any dust, oil or sweat.
- If you need professional instructions, please feel free to reach out to us, we are always here to help.
- Beautiful SKYVN202 pink lacquer 1/16 size children violin.
- Comes complete with one Brazilwood bows.
- Set up and ready to play.
- Hand carved with high gloss finish.
- Body Length: 8 inch
User questions & answers
Question: | How big is it |
Answer: | So sorry.....it was a long time ago and it was a gift for a grand child, so I don't remember any of the particulars. |
Question: | Would this be good for a 5 year old first violin |
Answer: | Yes it does |
Question: | is this item easy to use |
Answer: | Yes, it comes together in the case. |
Question: | what size for a 4 year old |
Answer: | Yes, this violin is made of real maple back and spruce top, everything is set up and ready to play. All necessary accessories comes along with the outfit. |
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