8 best sounding violins

• Made of spruce wood panel, maple back board and side plate with inlaid in antique varnish. This is primary practitioner friendly product, Violin Finger Guide, which is convenient for students to find the handle position quickly in the process of learning.
• Maple wood neck, pear-wood finger board, date wood chin rest and tail nail, aluminum alloy strain plate and four integrated fine-tuning tuners.
• The whole violin is made entirely by hand, the black line is embedded, the surface is smooth, the vertical line with the high-grade violin is provided, and the hand feeling is good.
• The tuning knob is made of high-quality wood , the coefficient of friction is appropriate, it is easy to tune, and it is not easy to be out of tune after the sound is adjusted.
• Includes: amp，lightweight hard case, a Brazilwood bow with unbleached genuine Mongolian horsehair, rosin, adjustable shoulder rest, bridges, and a set of strings，cleaning cloth，a violin tuner,Violin Finger Guide

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the violin come already strung with strings in place
Answer:	I don't know the warranty but the quality of the steel is not good. for light steel it works but i have bent one of the bits (it did not break)
Question:	Does violin arrive with strings intact? Meaning are they already placed on the violin or do you have to do it yourself
Answer:	Hi, Thanks for reaching out. We just checked our remaining inventory and the 1/16" bit was not missing in any cases. Did notice the bit was not always in it's slot. We had to dig around and find inside case. If you are in fact missing a bit, you can send us a message and we'll have a replacement sent out.
Question:	Does this violin work with headphones? I'm looking for a silent violin, one I don't have to connect to amps and then to headphones
Answer:	I just received the 15 piece set (10037A), and the box is marked Made in China.

Product features

1. Easily leave the strings

Loosen the strings slightly to avoid breaking the strings when placing the bridge. You can release the violin strings by rotating the tuning button at the end of the violin.

2. Place a bridge between the F holes

The F-hole is two f-shaped holes at the end of the violin head. If you push the bridge under the strings, make sure it is between the two F holes.

The bridge is at a 90 degree

The side of the bridge facing the violin strings should be at an angle of approximately 90 degrees. The other side of the bridge should be slightly tilted forward.

4. Tighten the strings

Now you can tighten the strings again to hold the buttons in place. Carefully rotate each knob on the bottom of the violin.

Practice Bow

The new bow is not able to sound, you need to rub the rosin powder to have a sound.

Tuning the violin

The acoustic violin set comes with a tuner that allows the player to tune the violin.

Free accessories

Amp，case, bow , rosin, shoulder rest, bridges, and a set of strings，cleaning cloth，a violin tuner,Violin Finger Guide

• Highest-rated violins on Amazon and #1-rated customer service in the U.S.
• The only stringed instruments backed by a lifetime warranty and 45-day money-back guarantee.
• Final assembly and setup performed by Kennedy Violins’ professional luthiers in Washington State.
• Completely setup with no assembly required. Ready to play the moment you open the case!
• Handcrafted with solid maple and spruce tonewoods, 100% genuine ebony fittings, and oil finish. Outfit includes everything you need: genuine Brazilwood bow, case, rosin, Giuliani Carbon Fiber shoulder rest, digital clip-on tuner, "Intro to Violin" book, and D’Addario Prelude strings. Please note case color may vary.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the violin have the same color finish as the one being played in the advertisement video
Answer:	Yes, same finish, this violin is great...its a beautiful piece of art. I suck at playing it, so cannot comment on the sound but it sure is a sweet instrument. Hope this helps.
Question:	do you have any full-size
Answer:	Hi, James. We apologize for not having these available today since the level of demand has caught us off guard. We should be able to restock these in the full size within the next week. Feel free to contact us by email, and we can add you to the list of people who want to know when they are immediately available. ~Heather 1.800.779.0242
Question:	is the Richard Bunnel violin made in china
Answer:	While I cannot speak for the parts that make up the violin, the assembly is done by professional luthiers in the USA at Kennedy Violins. The instrument is leagues above any instrument that comes straight from China. This is the absolute top-tier of beginner violins, and it begs the question: at which point is a violin no longer a beginner instrument.
Question:	How do you determine the size to pick? Measure the length of your arm
Answer:	The 4/4 size is the full sized violin for anyone Junior High age or older. All of the rest are for children. 1/4 is for preschool and kindergarten age; 1/2 is for lower elementary; 3/4 is for upper elementary. Most children in 5th or 6th grade should be able to handle the full sized violin which they will need to do when they get older. However, small children may stay in the 3/4 size even into middle school.

Product features

VIOLIN FEATURES

• Four professional grade built-in fine tuners on a composite tailpiece
• Naturally dried maple and tight-grained spruce from the Himalayas
• Multiple D-rings on the case providing various carrying options
• Handmade construction
• Inlaid purfling
• A custom-fit, high-grade maple bridge
• High-grade ebony fittings including polished fingerboard and pegs
• Setup and inspection that meets or exceeds all MENC specifications

GIULIANI PREMIER BOW

• Brazilwood bow shaft
• High-grade Mongolian horse hair
• Fully-mounted, 100% ebony frog with flamed abalone accents
• Genuine leather grip
• Silver winding
• Inlaid Parisian eye

PORTLAND OBLONG CASE

The lightweight, protective Portland Oblong Violin Case features:

• Accessory and shoulder rest compartments.
• Two adjustable straps for shoulder or "backpack" wear.
• Large zippered music pocket.
• Full-suspension support.
• Two bow holders.
• Velour interior.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

• High Quality Shoulder Rest (3/4-4/4), Portland Acoustical Shoulder Rest (1/8-1/2), or Contoured Shoulder Cushion for 1/16 and 1/10 sizes
• Pre-installed steel-core D'Addario Prelude Strings
• Additional full set of Portland Violin Strings
• Intro to Violin beginners book
• Giuliani Rosin
• Tuner
• Cleaning Cloth

The Kennedy Violins Difference

What makes Kennedy Violins string instruments the best on the market? First, we purchase each violin directly from the maker — a rare and highly effective business practice that lowers our cost and allows us to pass the savings to you.

Made with Care

Next, all final assembly and FREE setup is performed locally in our Washington State shop by our professionally trained luthier staff. NO assembly or setup is required with a violin that is ready to play from the moment you open the case.

Try Us Today!

With both the highest-rated violins and customer care in the U.S., we are the only company confident enough to back up our instruments. Experience the Kennedy Violins difference!

VIOLIN SIZE CHART

For the most accurate size:

1. Extend arm fully and perpendicular to the body.

2. Measure from the base of the neck to the middle of the palm.

3. If you are between sizes, size down.

Please use the sizing chart below to assist you.

• [PROFESSIONALLY SET UP] Our 4/4 full size Bunnel Violin is the upgrade from our Bunnel Pupil violin outfit. It features improved quality of wood, providing a richer, warmer sound and is professionally set up by our experienced luthiers.
• [SOLID MAPLE WOOD] Naturally dried maple and tight-grained spruce from the Himalayas are used to build your new 4/4 size violin. Inlaid purfling A custom-fit, high-grade maple bridge, High-grade ebony fittings including polished fingerboard and pegs.
• [ACCESSORIES INCLUDED] Your Bunnel Premier violin outfit comes with; Portland Carbon fiber Shoulder Rest, Intro to Violin book, KV Clip-on Tuner, Polishing cloth, Backup strings, Giuliani Rosin, Giuliani Brazilwood Bow, and a Portland Oblong carrying case.
• [HIGHEST QUALITY VIOLIN] Kennedy Violins is known for having the highest-quality craftsmanship and performance instruments. Playing your music with the best quality violin, as you know, makes all the difference.
• [LIFETIME GUARANTEE] All of our Bunnel Pupil Violins are fully backed by a lifetime warranty and a 45-day money-back guarantee. Are you ready to try out your new Kennedy violin outfit?

User questions & answers

Question:	Would this violin also work in other musical genres, like blue grass and country
Answer:	I would think so! The little girl I got this violin for has been playing in a "Little Mariachis" band, and is now taking classical violin lessons on it! A musician can play any type of music on an anything if they want to. I love listening to the sounds a good guitarist can make on a cigar box guitar, or a drummer on a coffee can!
Question:	Is the bridge fitted, shaped, and notched
Answer:	I do not know that as the violin was a gift and I did not personally see it. Please contact the company, as they are wonderful and will answer any question you have!
Question:	What are the measurements of the violin
Answer:	I do not have that info.
Question:	How heavy is this violin
Answer:	how heavy is thisviolin about the same as any other that i have come across,with dominate strings on it sounds excelent,a very good violin for the price but weight wise its not heavy at all i love mine live in very hot climate this has always stayed in tune with in reason

Product features

VIOLIN FEATURES

• Four professional grade built-in fine tuners on a composite tailpiece.
• Naturally dried maple and tight-grained spruce from the Himalayas.
• Handmade construction.
• Inlaid purfling.

GIULIANI BOW FEATURES

• Strong round bow shaft of genuine Brazilwood.
• Genuine Mongolian horse hair .
• Half-mounted 100% ebony frog for great balance and durability with mother of pearl inlay, and abalone bow slide.
• Silver winding.
• Precisely weighed for excellent balance and responsiveness.
• Black leather grip.

CASE FEATURES

• Two satin-lined rotating bow holders
• Strong velcro straps to secure the violin.
• Hygrometer for humidity measurement.
• Double sets of durable YKK Zippers.
• Plush velour interior and a lined protective blanket to cover the violin.
• Spacious accessory compartment for shoulder rest, strings, rosin, straps, etc.
• Ergonomic, comfortable carrying handle
• Two straps for backpack, across-the-chest, or over-the-shoulder carrying.
• Weatherproof black nylon exterior fabric.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

• High Quality Shoulder Rest (3/4–4/4), or Contoured Shoulder Cushion for 1/16–1/8 sizes.
• Pre-installed steel-core D'Addario Prelude Strings.
• Additional full set of Portland Violin Strings.
• Intro to Violin book.
• Giuliani Rosin.
• Clip-on Tuner.

The Kennedy Violins Difference

What makes our string instruments the best on the market? We purchase each violin directly from the maker — a rare practice that allows us to set high quality standards and lower our cost — passing the savings on to you.

Made with Care

Next, all final assembly and FREE setup is performed locally in our Washington State shop by our professionally trained luthier staff. NO assembly or setup is required with a violin that is ready to fine-tune and play from the moment you open the case.

Experience the Difference

With both the highest-rated violins and customer care in the U.S., we are the only company confident enough to back up our instruments. Experience the Kennedy Violins difference!

• [PROFESSIONALLY SET UP] Our 4/4 full size Bunnel EDGE electric violin produces a clear tone and huge amplification. Players love the rich and clear sound on this violin. This violin is professionally set up by our experienced luthiers.
• [EASY ADJUSTING] Control sliders on the face of the instrument for easy tone and volume adjusting while performing on stage. Power supply Piezo ceramic pick-up, 1/4 inch output jack for amp, and 1/8 inch output jack for headphones.
• [ACCESSORIES INCLUDED] Your full-size Bunnel electric violin outfit comes with; a Portland Oblong carrying case, Giuliani Brazilwood bow with real horsehair, Giuliani Rosin, powerful mini amp, over-ear headphones, American Made Prelude strings, and Kennedy Violins rosin.
• [HIGHEST QUALITY ELECTRIC VIOLIN] Kennedy Violins is known for having the highest-quality craftsmanship and performance instruments. Playing your music with the best quality violin, as you know, makes all the difference.
• [LIFETIME GUARANTEE] All of our electric violins are fully backed by a lifetime warranty and a 45-day money-back guarantee. Are you ready to try out your new Kennedy violin outfit?

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you plug this into a computer to record/mix with software
Answer:	That is part of the wood base design. It is not a hook and is more subtle in actuality. No problems in the performance or use of the instrument.
Question:	Can a left handed player use this violin
Answer:	We set up and test all of our instruments in our shop, so if the YEV violin is ordered through our seller store on Amazon, our luthier will stand up the bridge, shape it as needed, and perform a standard instrument setup (includes testing the electronics) before it ships out.
Question:	What does they warranty cover
Answer:	The YEV104 NT is the 4-string version; the YEV105 NT is the 5-string version (natural).
Question:	This may be a dumb question... but are you able to play with the headphones on so that only you can hear while practicing
Answer:	Hi, the Yamaha YEV104 NT at this price does not include a bow or case, but does include the violin, strings, and a structured cardboard box.
Question:	what is the "hook" like thing coming out of the neck of the instrument
Answer:	It depends on the persons size. I would take her to a music shop and see what you can learn. If I were to take a guess I would say go with the 3/4, but it really depends on the size of the child. If the 3/4 is too large, it wouldn't be for too long. The scale on the smaller violins is shorter making the reach easier for smaller hands. A music teacher at school would be a good source to settle the matter. This violin is inexpensive so if you get the wrong size it is not a big loss.
Question:	Does it come with assembled and ready to play
Answer:	Out of the box, just tune the violin (tuner not included), tighten the bow and rosin it for about 10-15 minutes, and the violin is set.
Question:	is this a 5 string or 4 string violin
Answer:	Style 2 is lighter than style 1 because of the missing corner, however, they are not much different in the weight.
Question:	Dose this come with a bow
Answer:	Yes, as far as I know. Mine did and only took minor tuning.
Question:	I know nothing about violins... I am purchasing for my 8 year old daughter, would I go with 1/2 size, or 3/4? Thank you
Answer:	Everything that is in the picture comes in the case.
Question:	Is it ready to play out of the box, or is some kind of setup required
Answer:	I got the 4/4 size however my grandaughter has the 7/8 and she is 10. The violins are so close in size its hard to tell the difference however her bow in lenght is shorter.
Question:	Is Style 1 heavier than Style 2 (since one more wing)? Thanks
Answer:	5 -7 yrs about 18"arm span 1/47-9yrs about 20"arm span 1/2
Question:	Does it come with strings
Answer:	The bridge is the difference. A fiddle is a violin with a flatter bridge and a violin with a rounded bridge is played in the classic style and just called violin. Fiddle, as some mentioned is related to folk, country western, zydeco, bluegrass, folksy types of music. This is because the flatter bridge allows one to play chords more easily by making it easier to bow two or more strings at once. Whereas a standard violin with rounded bridge is easier to bow single notes as one would in an orchestral setting.

Product features

Cecilio Electric Violin

Whether you're practicing, recording in studio or performing on stage, the Cecilio electric violin outfit offers excellent functionality and style. It provides violinists of all levels with the ability to practice confidently without disturbing others. The outfit features a 1/8 output jack that allows you to connect to most guitar amps or PA systems (1/4 to 1/8 cable included), volume control that allow you to choose the ambience you want, headphone jack for practice and a line-in jack for practice with a background track. This violin package includes a well-padded lightweight hard case, a bow, rosin, bridge, pickup, aux cable, and headphones. Great for Student, Intermediate and Professional Violinist.

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.

VIOLIN FEATURES

• Control sliders on face of instrument for easy tone and volume adjustment.
• 9 volt battery power supply
• Piezo ceramic pick-up
• 1/4” output cable
• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack

GIULIANI BOW FEATURES

• Genuine Brazilwood Bow
• Genuine horse hair
• Half-mounted 100% ebony frog for great balance and durability
• Mother of pearl inlay on frog
• Silver winding
• Abalone bow slide
• Precisely weighted for excellent balance and responsiveness
• Black leather grip

CASE FEATURES

• Two satin-lined rotating bow holders
• Strong velcro straps for securing the violin
• Hygrometer for humidity measurement
• Double sets of durable heavy duty zippers
• Plush velour lining (color may vary)
• Shoulder rest compartment
• Spacious accessory compartment
• Lined protective blanket
• Comfortable ergonomic handle
• Straps for backpack, across-the-chest, or over-the-shoulder carrying

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

• Portland Oblong Case
• Giuliani Brazilwood Bow with real horse hair
• Pre-installed American-made strings from a quality brand
• Extra set of Portland Strings (or similar)
• Kennedy Violins Rosin
• Headphones and Bunnel Mini-Amp

Direct Sourcing

What makes Kennedy Violins stringed instruments the best on the market? First, we purchase each violin directly from the maker — a rare practice that allows us to have violins built to our specifications, lower our cost, and pass the savings to you.

Made with Care

All final assembly and professional setup is performed in our Washington State shop by our professionally trained luthier staff. NO assembly or setup is required with a violin that is ready to tune and play from the moment you open the case.

Try Us Today!

We offer highly-rated violins and superior support, so you can be confident in your purchase. Experience the Kennedy Violins difference today!

Product description

The Stentor student I is the ideal entry-level student violin outfit. This is an instrument that offers reliable, consistent performance and good tone, enhancing the learning process for the student. Each instrument is carved from solid tone woods with inlaid Purling and good quality hardwood pegs and fingerboard. It is fitted with a good quality bridge and tailpiece with integral adjusters. The outfit includes a reliable wood bow and well-designed lightweight case with fitted interior, external shoulder rest pocket and music pocket, bow holders and rosin as well as backpack carrying straps. (1/32 and 1/64 sizes have wood tailpiece with on-string adjusters). Stentor is the leading manufacturer of high quality student violins and orchestral stringed instruments worldwide. Stentor violins, violas, cellos and double basses are recommended by music teachers and music services for their quality. The Stentor name is known for quality, consistency and reliability. Stentor violins, violas, cellos and basses take students from their very first beginner instrument up to professional level. At Stentor, we recognize that the most important instrument for any musician is the one they start on and we are committed to provide the quality and affordability to ensure that players have the most enjoyable and rewarding experience. Teachers and music educators everywhere recognize the quality and value we offer. Stentor violins, violas, cellos and double basses are carved from solid tone woods, From the initial instrument shape to the fingers details. Instruments are individually thicknesses for quality of sound. We carefully control the specification and measurements of Stentor instruments at our own factory workshops to produce instruments that have the essential characteristics of good tone and consistent quality control. On all Stentor instruments, The bridge and sound post are carefully fitted to ensure the best playability.

• Carved from solid tone woods. Carved spruce front, maple back and ribs, maple neck
• Package Dimensions: 63.2 H x 12.7 L x 17.8 W (centimetres)
• Package Weight: 1.315 kilograms
• Country of Origin : China

Product description

Amplify any viola or violin easily without modifications! Headway's The Band Violin Pickup System gives you a compact, durable, and easy-to-install pickup capable of providing electric amplification for your violin or viola without the need for any destructive modifications to the instrument itself. The benefits of The Band are many: You'll get far greater volume levels before feedback compared to using a microphone. In addition to cutting feedback, The Band reduces bowing noise and body sounds and gives you the ability to filter out excessive treble. Thanks to The Band violin and viola pickup you'll have more freedom to use the stage when you're no longer tied down to your microphone stand during performances. Just think how much faster you'll get through sound checks with this unique band-shaped pickup on your violin or viola! The increased headroom (volume) before feedback offered by The Band pickup enables you to monitor your violin without problems from modest to high volumes. The Band wraps around your violin under the strings and is firmly secured with 2 Velcro hook-and-loop strips in a 3-step process: 1. Pass the end of The Band pickup tube under the strings between the bridge and the tailpiece and wrap it around the violin's waist. 2. Strap the 2 ends of the tube firmly around the violin's back and secure with the provided Velcro strip. 3. Wrap the other provided Velcro tape is around the first to provide additional security for the mounted pickup. Headway's The Band instant pickup works equally well on violins and violas and is covered with a stylish black material that will not detract from your instrument's appearance.

• Easy instant fitting and transferability
• Warmth and clarity of tone
• Reduced feedback and body boom
• No bowing nose
• No batteries required - Plugs directly into mixing desk or combo amp

User questions & answers

Question:	Do I need to purchase a cable to attach from the pick up to my mixer
Answer:	Yes, you will need to purchase a music cable (1/4") separately.
Question:	Does it come with the chord to plugin to the amp
Answer:	Hello Leanne! The violin pickup doesn't come with a cable. Only the electronic pickup itself.
Question:	Would this fit a 1/4 size violin
Answer:	No, it is meant for 4/4 size violins. Headway can make it for 3/4 or 1/2 sized as well, but they do not advertise a 1/4 version.
Question:	Can this be used on a solid body violin to make it an electric violin
Answer:	Hi Morgan. Whatever vibration that comes out from that solid body will be amplified. In your case if there isn't much vibration coming out from the body then I think it would still pick up the vibrations from the bridge.