Buyer's guides — Viola

How Do I know if My Bow Needs a Re-Hair?

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How Do I know if My Bow Needs a Re-Hair?
Identifying when you need a bow re-hair or service is not always as obvious as when you have a broken tip or frog, or are trying to play with the last few threads of hair.

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Differences Between Bows

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Differences Between Bows
What are the differences between bows for violin, viola, cello and bass and why do they vary so much in price?

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What is Purfling on a Violin and Why is Purfling Important?

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What is Purfling on a Violin and Why is Purfling Important?
What is purfling on a violin and probably more importantly, how does purfling affect a violin's quality and strength?

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Buyer’s Guide to Sandner Bowed Strings

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Buyer’s Guide to Sandner Bowed Strings
Sandner continually improve their design and quality, particularly their choice of timbers used for manufacture...

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