Are Stentor student violins any good?
Stentor Violins and Cellos are well respected amongst schools and teachers with a reputation of being a great student instrument for the beginner. They come in the full range of sizes and will give an adult or child student the best start on the learning journey.
Is Stentor II a good violin?
The Stentor II needs no introduction; loved and recommended by teachers throughout the country and our best selling violin. It’s hand carved, has a solid spruce top, maple back and sides with a maple neck and with the advantage of ebony pegs and fingerboard.
What does 4 4 mean on a violin?
full size
4/4 (full size) being the biggest and 1/32 size being the smallest. Most all adults use a full size violin.
How long do student violins last?
A typical student will only upgrade once every 3-4 years, but an ambitious motivated one may wish to upgrade more frequently. Upgrading to a better violin can be expensive, so make sure you know when is the right time to help you prepare for the costs.
Which violin is best for beginners?
5 Best Violins For Beginners
- Forenza Uno Series Violin.
- Forenza Prima 2 Violin Outfit.
- Stentor 1018 Standard Violin.
- Stentor I 1400 Student Violin.
- Stentor II 1500 Violin Outfit.
Who makes Stentor violins?
Stentor Music Co Ltd
Providing quality instruments, parts and accessories Stentor Music Co Ltd is the manufacturer of Stentor stringed instruments. Find out more about Stentor’s quality and why teachers and players recommend Stentor violins, violas, cellos and basses.
Which is the best violin for beginners?
What size violin should a 10 year old use?
Typical Violin Sizes
| Violin Size | Overall Length | Age Range |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter Size 1/4 | 18 1/8 inches (460 mm) | 4 to 6 years |
| Half Size 1/2 | 20 7/16 inches (519 mm) | 6 to 9 years |
| Three Quarter Size 3/4 | 21 11/16 inches (551 mm) | 8 to 12 years |
| Full Size 4/4 | 23 1/4 inches (591 mm) | Adults and teenagers |
How much should you spend on a beginner violin?
Price Range and Quality A quality beginner violin can start at about $600, with intermediate, university-level violins at $1,500, and professional violins at several thousands of dollars.
How much should a good violin cost?
How much does a Good Violin cost? For an intermediate player, a “good” violin will cost around $1,000 – $3,000. At this price level, high-quality and solid tonewoods will be used. For a professional, a “good” violin can cost anything from $3,000 to $1 Million.
Where is the Stentor factory?
China
Formed in South London in 1895 and now based in Reigate Surrey, in 1995 Stentor opened their own violin making factory in China. Some 20 years on they now have 200 workers in this factory making violins.
What size is 4/4 violin?
The violin comes in two adult sizes, the full “4/4” size at 23”-23.5” long and 14” wide, known as the standard size, as well as the “7/8” size at 22.5” long and 13.5” wide.
What size is a student violin?
Just to give you a reference, most young beginner students (ages 4-6) start off on a 1/4 size or a 1/8 size, though the sizes do go even smaller than that! By middle school age, most have graduated to a 3/4 size violin and high school students are usually playing a full sized violin.