Violin Equipment Recommendations
Have you ever wondered, "what violin stuff should I buy?" Or "what is the best beginner violin?" At UVC, we've got you covered. Below you'll find all of the violin equipment recommendations from your UVC instructor, Mads Tolling. There are budget-friendly options, as well as options for those who are looking for something more premium. Either way, we've got you covered! Nearly all of the recommended equipment has personally been used or tested by Mads, and has been given his stamp of approval.
NOTE: Prices are determined by vendors, and we try to keep them up to date. We encourage you to explore to get the best possible prices. Feel free to email info@ultimateviolincourse.com with any questions!
Violins & Violin Kits
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Cecilio Student Violin Kit (Beginner) - $159.99
This budget violin kit is perfect for beginners who are looking for an affordable violin that also has a solid sound. It comes with practically everything you need: a violin, bow, shoulder rest, and rosin.
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Kennedy Student Violin Kit (Beginner) - $289.99
This violin kit is great for beginners who are looking to spend a little bit more for a violin that produces a wonderful tone. It comes with practically everything you need: a violin, bow, shoulder rest, and rosin.
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Ifshin Jay Heide 101 Violin (Intermediate) - $799.99 / About $20 per month to rent
This violin is fantastic for intermediate players who are looking for a moderately priced violin that produces a rich sound. If you have an Ifshin Violin store near you, you can explore renting this violin and others for as little as $20 a month.
Violin Equipment
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Carbon Fiber Bow - $34.99
A fantastic, flexible bow that is affordable and a step up from most bows that come with a violin kit.
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D'Adario Prelude Strings - $20.95
A great set of violin strings that may come in handy in case you need a quick string change.
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Gustave Bernadel Rosin - $13.85
This rosin is widely used by great violinists and is considered to be a premium option, although still affordable.
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D’Addario Kaplan Rosin - $8.49
This rosin is a great option and ideal for those who are looking for a more affordable option.
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Wolf Forte Secondo Violin Shoulder Rest - $39.00
A wonderfully engineered shoulder rest used by all levels of violinists. This is the shoulder rest that Mads uses! A shoulder rest with more flexibility than one that comes with a kit.
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Teka Violin Chinrest, Wooden - $19.95
This is a great chin rest that will help you to center your chin so you are comfortably looking over the finger board.
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Wittner Composite Violin Chin Rest - $23.99
This chin rest is a hypoallergenic option for those who need it.
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Peak Music Stand - $42.95
A good music stand that certainly does the job and is lightweight. A budget-friendly option.
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RATstands Jazz Orchestral Music Stand - $115.00
A premium music stand which is easy to handle and set up, and also has a good weight to it.
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Mute and Practice Mute - $6.99
If you’re looking to practice at night and not wake up your neighbors or housemates, these practice mutes will make that possible by greatly dampening your sound.
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Violin Bands/ Finger Tape - $6.99
These bands make learning fingering a breeze, and we highly recommend them for learning with the UVC system.
Electric Violins & Equipment
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Yamaha Electric Violin YEV 104 (Advanced) - $610
A beautifully crafted, premium electric violin for advanced players that produces an amazing tone.
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Yamaha Silent Electric Violin SV-200 (Advanced) - $1260.00
A premium, electric violin for advanced and professional players players that can be hooked up with headphones to play “silently,” so only you can listen!
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Roland AC-60 Amplifier - $539.99
A solid, budget amplifier to go with any electric violin. Can be hooked up to any electric instrument.
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The Bud SIX Henriksen Acoustic Instrument Amplifier - $1299.00
A premium amplifier that produces an amazing sound that helps your electric violin to shine. Can be hooked up to any electric instrument.
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Fishman V-200 Violin Pickup - $159.95
A budget violin pickup to hook up to your acoustic violin and amplifier.
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Schertler STAT-V Violin Pickup (STAT-V Set) - $340.00
A premium violin pickup to hook up to your acoustic violin and amplifier.