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Choosing the right violin is extremely important for a beginner violin player. Below, you can get more information on how to choose a violin and Oz Academy of Music Faculty favorites for beginners.
Size:
When it comes to picking out your first violin, the most important thing you need to keep in mind it how to choose depending on the student height, and arms length. You can find a helpful size chart below to determine the size you need.
Note: If you are in between sizes, it is always a good idea to size up!
Violin Recommendations
3/4
Eastar 3/4 Violin for Beginners
119.99
The Eastar 3/4 Violin Set (EVA-3) is designed for beginners, offering an affordable entry point into learning the violin.
Pros:
Beginner-Friendly:Â Muscovite fingerboard help learners quickly find correct hand positions.
All-in-one:Â Includes a hard case, Mongolian horsehair bow, rosin, shoulder rest, extra strings, and two bridges, providing all essentials to start playing.
Handcrafted:Â Made with a spruce top and maple back and sides.
Cons:
Inconsistent Quality:Â According to product reviews, it may cause difficulties with tuning from time to time, which is the most common drawback of all affordable strings instruments. You may easily solve this by tuning the instrument often.
Low-Quality Accessories:Â The included bow and strings are considered subpar.
In summary, the Eastar 3/4 Violin Set is budget-friendly and comes with helpful features for beginners. If you are not sure that the violin is the right instrument for you, this is an excellent choice to test it out.
Antonio Giuliani Etude Violin
327.75
The Antonio Giuliani Etude Violin Outfit is a popular choice among students and intermediate players.
Pros:
Quality Materials:Â Handcrafted with solid maple and spruce tonewoods, providing a warm and resonant sound.
Complete Outfit: Includes a durable case, Giuliani Brazilwood bow, high-quality rosin, and D’Addario Prelude strings, offering good value for the price.
Professional Setup:Â It is quality-checked in the USA.
Cons:
Accessory Quality:Â Like the previous violin on our list, the accessories that come with it like the shoulder rest, may not meet the expectations of more experienced players.
Overall, the Antonio Giuliani Etude Violin Outfit offers excellent value for beginners and intermediate players.
Antonio Giuliani Primo Violin
$584.99
The Antonio Giuliani Primo Violin Outfit is a well-regarded option for advancing students.
Pros:
Quality Materials:Â Handcrafted with solid maple and spruce tonewoods, providing a warm and resonant sound.
Complete Outfit:Â Includes a durable case, Brazilwood bow, rosin, and extra strings, offering good value for the price.
Professional Setup:Â Quality-checked in the USA, ensuring the instrument is ready to play upon arrival.
Cons:
Accessory Quality:Â Like the previous violin on our list, the accessories that come with it like the shoulder rest, may not meet the expectations of more experienced players.
Overall, the Antonio Giuliani Primo Violin Outfit offers excellent value for advancing students.
4/4 (Full Size)
Cecilio CVN-EAS Ebony Fitted Solidwood Violin
$113.99
The Cecilio CVN-300 is a great option for beginners, offering good quality at an affordable price.
Pros:
Affordable and beginner-friendly.
Made with solid spruce and maple, giving it a decent sound.
Comes with everything you need: two bows, a case, rosin, shoulder rest, and tuner.
Cons:
Tuning pegs can slip, so it might need frequent tuning.
The included bows and strings are basic—upgrading them can improve sound and playability.
Overall, it’s a solid starter violin. With a few upgrades as you progress, it can serve you well on your musical journey!
Bunnel Pupil Violin
$334.88
The Bunnel Pupil Clearance Student Violin Outfit is a solid pick for beginners, offering good quality and value.
Pros:
Well-Made:Â Handcrafted from maple and spruce with ebony fittings, it produces a nice, warm sound for the price.
All-Inclusive Package: Comes with everything you need—a case, bow, rosin, shoulder rest, and extra strings—so you're ready to start playing.
Ready to Play:Â Professionally set up in the USA, so no extra adjustments are needed out of the box.
Cons:
Cosmetic Flaws: Since it’s a clearance item, it might have small imperfections that don’t affect how it plays.
Accessories Could Be Better:Â Some users find the shoulder rest or other extras might wear out sooner and need upgrading.
Overall, this violin is a great starter instrument for beginners looking to dive into learning without breaking the bank!
Franke Henner Violin
$834.89
The Franke Henner Violin Outfit is a solid choice for advancing students, offering quality craftsmanship and a complete set of accessories.
Pros:
Quality Materials:Â Handcrafted with solid spruce and maple, providing a warm, resonant tone.
Complete Package: Includes a durable case, Brazilwood bow, rosin, and extra strings—everything you need to start playing.
Professional Setup:Â Assembled and quality-checked in the USA, ensuring it's ready to play upon arrival.
Overall, the Franke Henner Violin Outfit offers excellent quality and playability for advancing students.
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