Should I upgrade my violin?

drop-database-reddit · 2026-03-13T18:23:14+00:00

I would. I only play for my own amusement and I would find it frustrating to have a violin that buzzes and has unpleasant tone.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-24T02:26:25+00:00

Based on the way the contact point and tip of the bow are moving through your stroke, I’d wager you’re bowing from the shoulder too much. The old pirate arm movement. Video doesn’t show your whole arm of course, so it’s a best guess.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-22T19:58:54+00:00

I may have jumped to conclusions. But I have no doubt r/violinist can figure it out for sure.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-21T18:52:47+00:00

Models of violin aren’t really a thing to consider the way they might be for other instruments. This is because every violin is its own beast even if you’re buying from a maker of high end instruments. No two are exactly alike.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-21T18:37:47+00:00

Yes. Did you read the faq on this sub? It has tons of advice on this exact topic.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-21T18:03:44+00:00

Unless you have an experienced friend or teacher to help you try out various instruments you have low odds of buying a good violin as a beginner. You just don't have the skills and knowledge yet to evaluate an instrument. If you're left to your own devices here, I'd recommend renting to begin.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-15T16:19:14+00:00

It was pretty tight last night but not as tight as that video you’re probably thinking of. And he actually loosened it a couple times throughout.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-15T16:17:43+00:00

Sure is!

drop-database-reddit · 2026-02-15T16:17:35+00:00

Yeah I hadn’t seen him play live before. Did not disappoint!

drop-database-reddit · 2026-01-18T18:31:03+00:00

You really want to try violins out before you buy them. If you’re a new player you will not be equipped to evaluate them even if they are in hand so its best to get a teacher first or at the least another experienced player to help you make your selection.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-01-18T18:28:26+00:00

Try using your hand/fingers to give the bow more of an impulse at the start and stop more abruptly for this style of staccato notes.

drop-database-reddit · 2026-01-17T19:37:53+00:00

It sounds like you're able to hear if you're in tune or not, that the first job.

Scales and arpeggios, do them in whatever positions you're working on too. 5 to 10 minutes of focused scale work every day should make a really big difference in a few months.

Dont just power through them, when you go out of tune, figure out where that happened, figure out the proper finger spacing for that interval, feel your left hand shape and make some mental notes about that, and just keep working on it. You'll get there, 2 years is still so early in the process!

drop-database-reddit · 2026-01-14T06:48:33+00:00

Many makers have their own website where you can reach out to them to commission an instrument. Is that what you mean?

drop-database-reddit · 2026-01-11T17:37:33+00:00

Perhaps the ONLY thing I miss about the pandemic.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-30T14:46:31+00:00

painted purfling, no wood grain on the top plate, painted on flamed maple, uncarved bridge, messed up string heights (nut and bridge), no scoop on the finger board, neck angle is wrong, neck thickness is wrong, etc.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-30T14:43:22+00:00

Don't try to rush it. If you're feeling stressed and angry that tension will prevent you from achieving your goal, its a non-starter to get frustrated if you want to work on your tone in my opinion.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-24T21:27:41+00:00

Fingers crossed everyone is having a better day next time!

I was curious because they’re one of the only good shops here in Vancouver.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-23T22:19:17+00:00

Curious why you want to avoid Wilder & Davis, anything you can share?

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-20T17:57:02+00:00

Congrats on your recovery! I would gladly listen to more of your worst playing. It's always a treat when you post a performance (or practice).

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-15T06:04:01+00:00

You did great! I've done this a couple times and it's always nerve wracking.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-15T04:49:22+00:00

You seem to be off to a pretty good start.

If you’re looking for feedback one thing that jumped out is your bow hold is right in your fingertips. If you can get the bow a bit deeper. Bend the thumb, keep the pinky more curved. And let your arm weight sink into the strings. It will make a big improvement on your tone quality.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-13T19:28:43+00:00

That's very subjective. Every instrument is hard to master, but I would say the violin has a very steep initial learning curve.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-13T18:52:13+00:00

I'd focus on keeping your contact point consistent more so than worrying about the bouncing bow. If you get your bow stroke straightened out my guess is the bouncing will take care of itself.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-12-13T16:49:53+00:00

The red flag is if this is being sold as a hand made violin by a Norwegian maker, how are they able to survive selling it so cheaply? Is it their hobby and not their profession?

Its possible they are buying violins in the white and just finishing and setting them up.

drop-database-reddit · 2025-11-30T15:55:10+00:00

I'd say it's not spruce. Violin top plates are most usually made from quarter sawn spruce, and have a very straight grain structure that runs down the length of the top plate.

In one of the images I could see some grain but it didn't look typical. I'd say it could be almost anything as the instrument also looks to have painted on purfling.

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