@@ElectricViolinShop Cool, I stand corrected. I had this issue on my acoustic violin before, which was fixed by replacing the old bridge and soundpost, but this may well be non representative. I have also read about electric violins being more "bendy" than acoustic violins sometimes (because the sound box is very sturdy structurally), so I assumed this is what was being tested. Would you say this indicates the string is either faulty or unsuitable for the instrument?
C strings are tricky. For some reason, a whole lot of them deflect a lot when you get on them. I usually play pretty light, so I almost never experience it unless I'm trying to make them do it. Also, F and Bb strings seems to be less problematic. If it bothers you a lot, you can always go with a higher tension C string.
What a resource! Thank you all for doing this. For me, the Bridge Lyra, Gewa Novita 3.0, Mark Wood Stingray Pro, and Yamaha SV-255 were the standouts; if the G string sounds good (comes across full and clear without the midrange buildup that makes electrics sound nose-y and congested), then the rest of the violin *usually* follows suit.
This is brilliant. You must almost have lost the will to live by the end! Notable that the primary difference is the level of nasality in the tone. There' isn't much there that meets the fragility or depth of an acoustic. The Bridge Lyra Dragon is as weak at the bottom end as I remember, and the Zetas both have the classic jazzy edge to them. Can you tell us what they're being played through? I'm presuming it's some kind of keyboard amp to ensure a flat signal response. For those who want something that actually properly sounds like an acoustic, I've only found two - Violectras (UK, passive, custom built, not cheap), and Merlin (UK, active, custom built, now sadly discontinued, which was based on the Zeta but with improved electronics). Get something like that and it can be a double edged sword - running a Merlin through some effects pedals can have odd side-effects as the harmonic output is rather higher than many of them are built to cope with.
I love the sound of every one of these electric violins. Chuck could sell any one of these based upon the way he has demonstrated each one. So, I guess it just comes down to craftsmanship and style that you like most to make an appearance that projects you and the impression you want to make. My question is: How many professional violinists actually work at the Electric Violin Shop? And, what happened to Matt?
Chuck is the man. One of our favorite people in the world. There are two of us at EVS who make the majority of our money playing - Matt and Eli. Matt's still here, but Chuck was in town for a few weeks and we couldn't pass up the chance to let him play.
@@ElectricViolinShop May I ask which one? I think 3d printing electric instruments is really cool and I am planning on 3d printing an electric cello. :D
The newer yamaha model sounds the most like an acoustic violin, Wood violins have the most "Rock-y" sound. The flag shaped one is surprisingly nice sounding. Ns are disappointing to me personally in comparison, very muffled and flat.
Remarkable. They all sound like Chuck!
Isn't that the craziest thing ever?
elvari violin 4:50 , NS design CR5 9:19, Yamaha SV-255 15:15
Very helpful video. The Stratton stood out to me. It looked like he found it easy to play and awarded it a little smile at the end.
I love the "what does it sound like when I squish the low string" test
Good test of basic construction quality. Pitch shouldn't change under bow pressure, only volume.
@@damshek Says a lot more about the string than the violin.
@@ElectricViolinShop Cool, I stand corrected. I had this issue on my acoustic violin before, which was fixed by replacing the old bridge and soundpost, but this may well be non representative. I have also read about electric violins being more "bendy" than acoustic violins sometimes (because the sound box is very sturdy structurally), so I assumed this is what was being tested.
Would you say this indicates the string is either faulty or unsuitable for the instrument?
C strings are tricky. For some reason, a whole lot of them deflect a lot when you get on them. I usually play pretty light, so I almost never experience it unless I'm trying to make them do it.
Also, F and Bb strings seems to be less problematic.
If it bothers you a lot, you can always go with a higher tension C string.
I thought the same thing. 😅
This is awesome! Thank you ! It makes it so much easier to identify what I'm looking for!
What a resource! Thank you all for doing this. For me, the Bridge Lyra, Gewa Novita 3.0, Mark Wood Stingray Pro, and Yamaha SV-255 were the standouts; if the G string sounds good (comes across full and clear without the midrange buildup that makes electrics sound nose-y and congested), then the rest of the violin *usually* follows suit.
Very helpful! Thank you
Liking the Elvari, EVL and the Cantini. They are very solid/ balanced across their full ranges.
What an array of timbres! Volta sounds the "cleanest" to my ear, meaning - no bow noise, no buzzing.
This is brilliant. You must almost have lost the will to live by the end!
Notable that the primary difference is the level of nasality in the tone. There' isn't much there that meets the fragility or depth of an acoustic. The Bridge Lyra Dragon is as weak at the bottom end as I remember, and the Zetas both have the classic jazzy edge to them.
Can you tell us what they're being played through? I'm presuming it's some kind of keyboard amp to ensure a flat signal response.
For those who want something that actually properly sounds like an acoustic, I've only found two - Violectras (UK, passive, custom built, not cheap), and Merlin (UK, active, custom built, now sadly discontinued, which was based on the Zeta but with improved electronics). Get something like that and it can be a double edged sword - running a Merlin through some effects pedals can have odd side-effects as the harmonic output is rather higher than many of them are built to cope with.
The doctor is awesome! Thanks for this vid!
I love the sound of every one of these electric violins. Chuck could sell any one of these based upon the way he has demonstrated each one. So, I guess it just comes down to craftsmanship and style that you like most to make an appearance that projects you and the impression you want to make. My question is: How many professional violinists actually work at the Electric Violin Shop? And, what happened to Matt?
Chuck is the man. One of our favorite people in the world. There are two of us at EVS who make the majority of our money playing - Matt and Eli. Matt's still here, but Chuck was in town for a few weeks and we couldn't pass up the chance to let him play.
Which of these violins do you think sounds best in your opinion?
Wow.. I'd like to know what each piece of playing tests for...
Did i somehow forget how to kount because some only had 5 pegs?
Which electric violin under $1000 would you recommend if the first priority was quietness of playing?
Every violin we have under $1000 is about the same volume unplugged.
But what was Chucks favorite?
Which amp are you using?
What you’re hearing is about 50% direct and 50% a Fishman Loudbox Performer in the room.
My favorite is the YEV 105. Why? Because I have one. :-)
Is it your favorite because you have one or do you have one because it's your favorite?
@@ElectricViolinShop Yes :-)
it would be cool if you compared a 3d printed electric violin to these.
One of them is a 3d printed electric violin.
@@ElectricViolinShop May I ask which one? I think 3d printing electric instruments is really cool and I am planning on 3d printing an electric cello. :D
@@ludvigstorm3972 The OpenSource PDX violin
@@ElectricViolinShop oh that is quite cool :D
Zeta Jazz Fusion JLP is the best sound
The newer yamaha model sounds the most like an acoustic violin, Wood violins have the most "Rock-y" sound. The flag shaped one is surprisingly nice sounding. Ns are disappointing to me personally in comparison, very muffled and flat.
Thanks for putting this together. Are time stamps to jump between instruments coming soon?
Yes. Ran out of time today.
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