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VIOLINSMART Full Size 4/4 METALLIC Black Silent Electric Violin Complete Set | 
 enlarge | Manufacturer: VIOLINSMART.com
Category: Musical Instruments
List Price: $199.00
Buy New: $89.95
You Save: $109.05 (55%)
New (2) from $89.95
Avg. Customer Rating:  15 reviews
Sales Rank: 428
Color: METALLIC BLACK
Size: 4/4
Model: MVEP-BK
UPC: 049022196452
EAN: 0049022196452
ASIN: B000BRUW6Y
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Brand New with 9 Volt Advance Amplifier. Other seller might be selling the 3 Volt Amplier using AA Battery
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| Features:
| • | Full Size 4/4 Electric Silent Violin | | • | 9 Volt battery advance amplifier (Other seller might be selling the low end 3 volt amplifier using AA battery) | | • | Built-In Should Rest for extra comfort | | • | Black Hardwood Pegs, chinrest, fingerboard & tailpiece | | • | Comes complete with Wooden Bow, Padded Gig Bag, Rosin, EarPhone, 9V Battery & Amplifier Cable |
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Product Description
Complete Electric Violin package with Bow + Soft Shell Case + Earhone + Rosin + Amp Cable + 9V Battery.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 10 more reviews...
 Full Size 4/4 April 19, 2008
I have to admit, I did not expect much based on the price but this particular violin has turned out to be one of my favorites in my collection of electric instruments. I was really surprised at the way it hold its tune and it also came with a pretty nice brazilian hardwood bow. The neck makes it a little easier to reach the higher positions but the sound really impressed me when it came time to plug into an amp. This is a fun violin. I would recommend it for anyone who loves to play violin and is looking for an electric starter to experiment with some new sounds. Can't beat the price and the sound will convince even the most diehard skeptics, like me.
Ok to start with March 21, 2008
I do not know violins very well, but I do play bagpipes at the more advanced level of skill so I know that when you go to buy an instrument, you can't buy one from just anywhere and expect it to last your entire musical career. I want to learn to play so I bought this violin knowing that I would get what I paid for it. The headphone jack seems to have broken (by the second day) so now I can only get sound out of one side of my headphones (if any sound at all because sometimes there's not). I understand that this probably isn't the best quality violin out there, but it was cheap and I know that as I get better, I'll have to upgrade my instrument. So to make a long story short (providing that you'll still be able to hear yourself play) this is a good buy for beginners, but don't get too attached to it.
 OK only for 'silent' practice March 10, 2008
I have been playing various classic violins for 7+ years as my hobby and my sisters are indeed professional violinist and cellists. As a result, I know what sounds good violins can produce and what to expect when I pay $90 for a violin. This electric violin meets my expectation meaning that it barely produces a violin-like sound without anything related to beauty in it. So, don't expect any thing about sound.
However, considering its low price tag, this product is OK as a 'silent' practice violin. It means you can play this violin for silent practices as unplugged. You don't want to play this violin for a real performance even in front of your family.
Other misc things:
1) A decent bow comes together. This is nice.
2) Bridge is quite high. But OK because fingerboard is also high.
3) New pegs might not be necessary. My pegs were OK.
4) Get three fine tuners (one comes by default) and put each on every string. You need them.
5) Get a new rosin. The one which comes with the violin is just horrible.
6) Get a new shoulder rest. This is a must.
In a summary, this is a good investment for silent practices. If you are looking for a decent electric violin that you can also play in front of audience, try SV-XXX from Yamaha.
Barely OK as a practice violin. June 2, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am a classical violinist and I wanted something I could practice without disturbing others in the house, but would never perform on it. It barely works for that, but I would suggest other instruments. The instrument is a little heavier than an "acoustic violin" and it will not support your shoulder rest--you will need to cut on a sponge or styrofoam to replicate the feel of your shoulder rest. The holes in the pegs only go halfway through and made it difficult to put the strings back on after applying peg dope.
The instrument comes in a "no frills" case and the bow is only 28 3/4" long--keep the plastic tube it comes in if you use it so the rosin doesn't come off.
For those wanting a practice only instrument, find one with either an "S" shaped body or one closely resembling a violin (acoustic) outline. Playing in higher positions is much easier on this instrument because it is slender, but that might come back to haunt you when you come back to practice and perform on your "acoustic" violin.
Stop second-guessing yourself and buy it. May 12, 2007
20 out of 21 found this review helpful
I was looking for a violin that would be conducive to playing live in a rock/metal band. Naturally, an electric made sense, it's a simple way to get the volume and power without having to fool around with microphones or attaching pick-ups. But I never imagined that I would find one so worthwhile for such an insignificant price. Now, if you're a classical violinist with a good bit of skill, this isn't for you, but then, if that's you, you'd probably never consider a cheapy like this in the first place and therefore, you aren't reading this, so I'll just ignore you.
For everyone else: This is the mack truck of the violin world. It's heavy, reliable, and it's tone is strident and powerful. It's perfect for use in rock or old-school country fiddling. And let's face it: it just looks cool as hell. If you're planning to use this in a live performance setting, I hope your bandmates aren't the jealous type. It garners quite a bit of audience attention.
All that being said, I've noticed a lot of suggestions posted by other reviewers about additional things that you need to minimalize your problems with this violin. Let me simplify, you need:
1)Some Peg Dope.
This will take care of peg slippage. You shouldn't need new pegs or fine tuners. Peg Dope works, it's inexpensive, and you can pick it up at any music store that carries violins.
2)A new bridge.
I suspect that most people who don't like this violin are using the bridge that came with it. Buy a 15 dollar Glaesel adjustable bridge (medium), and you've just created a fantastic violin for around 100 dollars.
In summation, if you are a beginner looking for a practice instrument, or someone with skill and experience looking for a violin for live performances, give in and BUY THIS VIOLIN. You'll be glad you did.
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