{"id":55261,"date":"2014-03-20T20:00:47","date_gmt":"2014-03-20T20:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.europeanviolins.eu?p=55261"},"modified":"2026-10-05T14:57:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T14:57:50","slug":"buying-a-violin-bow27272727","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/staging.europeanviolins.eu\/ja\/buying-a-violin-bow27272727\/","title":{"rendered":"buying a violin bow"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Buying a violin bow –\u00a0A Guide to Buying a Violin Bow.<\/h4>\n

We tried to make a usefull Guide about testing Violin Bows: just some usefull and professional testing guide.<\/p>\nWhether you’re a student starting out on the violin, or a professional musician, choosing the right violin bow in a violin shop<\/a> can be difficult.\nThere are a variety of violin bows available in the marketplace, from wood bows to those made of synthetic materials such as fiberglass.\nIf you buy a violin, a bow will usually be included with the purchase.\nHowever, many musicians find that they need a better quality bow, or one that will give them a different sound when playing.\nWhen choosing a quality bow, price is not necessarily the only factor, as a more expensive bow is not always a better bow.\nLook for the following qualities in a bow to determine the right one for you.\n

By only a certified bow with a trial option.<\/span><\/h4>\n

If you are planning to spend much money on a bow, always by a bow with a CERTIFICATE<\/strong> from a leading expert like Raffin, Gruenke, B. Millant, C. Beare, P. Guillaume, etc.,….<\/h4>\nConsider the material of the violin bow.<\/strong>\n\nWood bows are typically made of pernambuco or brazilwood.\nPernambuco is a heavier wood used for high-quality bows, and is more expensive. Brazilwood is a popular choice for beginners because it is inexpensive and durable. Fiberglass and carbon fiber bows are the most durable, and vary in price.\n

Examine the qualities of the bow.<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\nLook for strength in the bow :\u00a0<\/strong>\n\nThe bow is strong when it doesn’t bend too much to the left or right when played.\n\nThe hair of the bow should not collapse when using the bow.\n\nLook for a straight bow. The violin bow should be completely straight from end to end when examined on a flat surface.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\nTest for response time.<\/strong>\nThe violin bow should not bounce or wobble on the violin strings, and it should feel easy to play with a strong bow.\nFeel the weight of the bow.\nA good bow should not be too heavy or too light in your hand.\n

Test the bow for its\u00a0 sound quality :<\/strong><\/h4>\nAsk the retailer to allow you to try a variety of bows on your violin in order to compare sound. Look for bows that play evenly, and improve the sound of the instrument. Test the sound of the bow when it’s played at the tip and at the frog (the heel at the other end of the bow). Sound quality can be affected by the stiffness of the stick. A stick that is too soft will lack a quality of definition and clarity, while a stiffer stick will give you a brighter sound.\nToo stiff a stick can produce an edgy sound, however.\nThe key is to listen for an even and broad sound that is smooth and responds quickly to your strokes.\nBuy a bow that comes with a warranty.\nA reputable dealer should be able to provide a quality bow that can withstand normal playing conditions.\n\nLook for a retailer who will allow you to use the bow on-site, and will also offer you a warranty on the bow you choose.\n\n————————\n\nVisit our\u00a0violin shop<\/a>\u00a0and discover or professional\u00a0French violin bows<\/a>, or\u00a0French cello bows<\/a>\n

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