Buyer's guides — Viola
Older vs New: Which Violin Speaks to You?
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Older vs Modern violins, less than £1,000, compare sound, playability and aesthetics to choose your ideal instrument.
- Tags: Buyers Guides, Tunbridge Wells, Viola, Violin
How Do I know if My Bow Needs a Re-Hair?
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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.
- Tags: Cello, Double Bass, Maintenance, Re-Hair, Viola, Violin
Differences Between Bows
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What are the differences between bows for violin, viola, cello and bass and why do they vary so much in price?
- Tags: Bows, Buyers Guides, Cello, Viola, Violin
What is Purfling on a Violin and Why is Purfling Important?
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What is purfling on a violin and probably more importantly, how does purfling affect a violin's quality and strength?
Buyer’s Guide to Sandner Bowed Strings
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Sandner continually improve their design and quality, particularly their choice of timbers used for manufacture...
- Tags: Buyers Guides, Cello, Sandner, Viola, Violin