Schertler STAT-V Electrostatic Transducer for Violin and Viola with STAT-Preamplifier Review

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(More customer reviews)Schertler is state of the art amplification for your acoustic instrument. My daughter is a professional freelance violinist who uses this pick up on her classical acoustic violin. It is versatile: progressive rock, folk, bluegrass. It holds its own in all situations, even in large venues. Her first pick up from Schertler lasted 8 years with everyday rugged use. She had to save money to replace the first, so shows required use of stationary mics, which were less than satisfactory for live shows in her situation. The pick up is actually a mini microphone that fits into the little space in the bridge and is removable with no damage to your instrument.
Most importantly, there is no nasty Piezo pick up sound, so the sound is true, natural, and warm. I actually prefer this amplification to venues and recording studios where the recording engineers have used instrument microphones, which sounds harsher and unnatural. Mindy W.

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Swiss-made Swiss-made Schertler STAT-Series Electrostatic transducers are designed to be mounted in the bridge of bowed-string instruments.STAT-Series pickups stand out for their high feedback resistance while delivering an impressive bridge tone without the harshness or distortion of piezo pickups.They are perfect for rock, country, or jazz stages where high volume levels must not limit great tone.The STAT-V is the choice for high-volume amplified violin and viola.The STAT-V Set includes the STAT-Pre preamplifier to control volume and power the electrostatic transducer and a cable to connect the transducer to the STAT-Pre.

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Bam France Contoured Hightech 2002XL 4/4 Violin Case with Black Carbon-Look Exterior Review

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(More customer reviews)- Does it's job well by housing your instrument and two bows.
- Complete with accessory pouch, for rosin and cloth storage.
- Shoulder rest fixture inside.
- COMFORTABLE, Even when full with all your violin accessories,
- The light-weight shell comes equipped with padded-straps which balances the case perfectly down your back.
- Causes no spinal strain.
- SEXY velvet interior, and GLOSSY hardcase contoured shell.
The FERRARI of all violin cases BY FAR ;)
Was delivered very quickly too!
There are literally no negative things I can say about this item - Simply PERFECT.

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Excelling in exciting and innovative case design, Bam France makes lightweight, compact, foam-padded cases to suit your individual needs. The Bam France Contoured Hightech 2002XL 4/4 Violin Case Bam's slimmest, lightest, and most resistant case yet!This model has a black carbon-look finish. This beautiful case is another example of Bam's domination of the instrument case industry.

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Barcelona Orchestra Approved 5 Series 1/2 Size Student Violin with Case and Accessories Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the violin for my son. When it arrive, the wooden bridge piece was not installed. I am not a musician so I had to figure out how to install the bridge. It won't stay upright with the pressure from the string. Maybe the bright is too narrow. A slight movement of string will knock it down. I couldn't get the bright piece to stay upright for an hour of trying with the string pressure and I finally gave up. I finally put some glue on the bottom of the bridge and able to hold it down. However, the music teacher told my son that is a no-no. You cannot glue the bridge piece. Barcelon should pre-install the bridge to reduce such a problem. I am not sure even the music teacher can make the bridge stay without glue. The violin is otherwise a decent quality and the case is nice.

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One of our top-tier violins, the Orchestra approved Barcelona 5 series violin pulls all the stops when it comes to highlighting the natural beauty of the instrument, as you can see by the pictures above. It features hand carved solid maple with a spruce top, assembled with the quality construction normally found in much more expensive violins. The included case is a light weight form fitting hard case with pockets and strap, making it convenient to carry to your lessons. It comes with accessories valued at over $60 alone: Fine Graded-Rosin, an extra bridge, bow, and set of strings. Basically everything you need to pick it up and begin playing! Buy with confidence as it comes with a one year warranty against any manufacturing defects. We dare you to find a better bargain!

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Bobelock Hill Style 1017 Semi-French Fitted Black/Blue 4/4 Violin Case Review

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(More customer reviews)For the money, an outstanding case. Well-constructed for safety, velvet interior, cushy suspension, string tube, spring bow holders, and plenty of room in the three accessory boxes on the interior. One of the best exterior rain covers I have seen with ample room for a lot of music. A bit thin on the interior at the lower bouts of the instrument, and not much padding there -- but you won't find more unless you go up beyond the $600 range and above, and even then, is it variable. A far better value in craftsmanship and protection than more expensive cases, like the Negri Monaco, which I also have. At well over $300, the Negri is junk by comparison -- thin hard walls, thin felt interior (yes, felt!), very thin padding, practically zero suspension, no string tube, one accessory box with no proper hinge so that when you open it, it falls onto the scroll of your instrument if it is still in the case, and a cover that is paper thin and only water-resistant. The Boboleck is definitely a bargin and well-made -- I transferred my early 18th-century instrument from my 20-year-old jeager etui, which while still solid, has no suspension and compressed padding by now -- I feel completely confident in the ability of this case to protect my precious instrument.

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Bobelock is America's Best Case Value!! One of the finest suspension violin cases. Semi-french fitted around the body with the neck area open and the side pockets extending along neck.Super Quality!!31.1" and 7lbs.

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LR Baggs Para Acoustic D.I. Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using one of these for a few years now and I love it. I play a Seagull acoustic that I had a piezo pickup installed in. The parametric EQ on the LR Baggs box lets me dial out the harsh tinny sounds that are over emphasized by the pickup, and dial in the warmer tones to more closely match the un-amplified sound of my guitar. I use this as a direct box live, for recording, and as an EQ when I run my guitar into an old tube amp I like to use. It works great for me in every case, and I highly recommend it over other Acoustic DIs I've tried.

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The Para DI is a roadworthy 5 Band EQ/Direct Box that will make any pickup, passive or active, sound better.The award winning Para DI's features include; tunable notch and midrange controls, XLR and 1/4"outputs, adjustable gain, phase inversion and 48v phantom powerable or 9v battery.

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Mach One Maple Violin Shoulder Rest Review

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(More customer reviews)The sound of the fiddle is better using this than with a plastic rest . . . warmer. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because it doesn't look like the curly maple pictured. While still maple, it is VERY plain. Definitely misleading.

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Mach One Shoulder Rest The original rest is hand carved from curly maple, which beautifully matches the back of the instrument. Every maple Mach One rest is unique, elegant, slim and light.Players love the natural look of the wood and have noticed that the rest actually improves the sound of their instrument.The sculptured shape of the Mach One molds perfectly to your shoulder. With this ergonomic design you have the option of adding the comfortable suede leather pad. The Mach One features a simple but fully adjustable design (width and height), whose graceful curves complement the instrument.The "S" shape fits comfortably on your shoulder and minimizes the size of the feet. These are molded from a single piece rubber and have a lifetime guarantee. They will never touch the ribs of your violin or viola and will not scratch your valuable instrument.The Mach One shoulder rest has quickly gained international respect and recognition not only because of its functionality, but for its simplicity and elegance.

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The Original Kinder Chinder Chinrest Cover: Small for 1/16 - 1/8 Violin Review

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(More customer reviews)My 4 year old daughter complained that the chin rest hurt. No problems once the Kinder Chinder was installed. She uses it with her Kun shoulder rest.

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The Kinder Chinder is a lightly padded washable corduroy covering for the chinrest which extends around under the instrument to offer light padding for the shoulder as well. Comes in many different colors (color may not be specified). This is the original Kinder Chinder, not an imitation!

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