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Hello, I have been doing research and information on begginer violin's. Mendini, cecilio, center DC strad. I have found for my experience and wanting to learn the violin on my own. The Mendini MV 300 sounds like a great starter for the price, and sound and pitch. Not scratchy and pretty smooth. Please let me know if your honest opinion and also direction to take on learning. Thank you for your time and videos.
It is not junk, but the 400 and 500 comparison done in another video had fewer issues. My assumption is this was borrowed from a local shop to demo and the setup is right nd checked.
I actually just bought one of these, it came in the mail about two days ago and I was quite uneasy about the price, I was reading that most 300$ violins where crap, and this was only 60$ I was quite impressed at the sound, this is my first violin though, so I guess I don't have much room to know how well it sounds, but it made me feel allot better about my choice after watching this, a professional as yourself, saying that it is a GOOD violin. Thanks for making the review :)
Also check out pawn shops they will sell Violins that have been left behind by people who couldn't afford to get them back. You can definitely get one at a great price.
Thanks for having the courage to say that a cheap violin can be okay for a beginner on a budget. It seems a lot of other string players are convinced that not only will a cheap fiddle not be suitable for a beginner but will actually cause their fingers to rot and their breath to stink ;) I certainly get that a better axe will cost mo' money and one will want to trade up in time , but I, for example, live in Podunk Buttcrust and there is not a luthier or instrument rental outfit nearer than a 2-hour drive and I do not have $500-$1k to plunk down. I'm looking to get started on viola, and I'm relying on the generosity of my dad for a low-price one for Christmas. But I'd rather start somewhere than not start at all. I just need a fiddle that will not scream like am angry cat or fall apart at a glance. Anyways, thanks for your informative review and for giving us po' folks permission to play with big toys :)
You are right I had a very old and very good violin well over one hundred years old it sound great but had to sell it to pay medical bills when out of a job. I am now 77 and just bought one off ebay and it has a great sound after a good setup.
Is it not sad that there are those who would look down their noses at people trying to bring a little bit of the rich world to themselves. I purchased the MV300 and it is a wonderful instrument. Wonderful for someone who is desperate to start with the understanding that to start out crappy is better than to never start at all. Go you!!
For many years I wanted to play Violin but wasn't sure if I would like it. After watching this video I decided to purchase this Violin. I have had it for about 3 weeks now and it has been perfect for me! Thank you so much for giving a spot on review of the Violin. Additionally I have been watching her "How to Learn the Violin" tutorials and am up to Lesson 6 and they are absolutely wonderful. I am learning faster then I thought I could.
I have been working her tutorial for about the same time, and am at about the same progress. That is so cool to know that I am progressing like other students have!! Thanks!
+Edward Sevret i have an full wood, rosewood violin with beautiful flame, that i found used, hand built from 1984 for $50. there are options. i doubt this violin she has is hide glue constructed, and that's a must for violins. also, i bought an 85$ chinese bow. it is easier to play with than the 750$ bows they had. never be fooled by price.
First, Allison, I thank you for your guide. I recently bought the Mendini MV300 for $54 US, and for someone who has never touched a violin EVER, I found it easy to tune, and play. I was expecting to hear more "cat-scratchy" sounds, but the ease of handling the violin, and bow only gave me confidence. The contact between the bow and violin was not abrasive at all; it shockingly made smooth sounds for me. I'm really really shocked; and motivated at the same time; as a LEFT HANDED PERSON, I can play my RIGHT HANDED VIOLIN with confidence. Thanks for all your instructions, thus far.
Just got my MV300. Really really good! Thanks for recommending them! We have 4 beginner bows in the house, and the one I got with it is the best of them all. Only weighs 59.5 grams holy cow and plays and sounds the best, way less bouncy at the frog end; also it's straight-grained and has no grain run-out in the wood. Visually it's not so hot of course, but I can see keeping the stick for a long time. Structurally the violin is awesome, doesn't look so great as the finish isn't high end (to be expected), if you nit-pick you can see faults from rushing at the factory you wouldn't see in a luthier-built fiddle, all in the "so what?" category though and nothing that affects the sound or playability, like for instance the scroll didn't get careful detail during the build, and there's a sag or drip or two in the finish. Sound-wise, it's 100% better than the first no-name violin we bought off ebay, and the set-up is spot on. Thanks again for your review. Like you said, for the money it will really impress you. I can't thank you enough Alison you are the best! What a machine holy cow. I even like the case, it's just molded styrofoam covered with nylon fabric, but it's all you need, light and easy to carry and cheaply made, though it doesn't look it. It's all you need. Actually I think every family should have at least one of these in the house as someone will eventually play it.
If you wanna see my violin I posted pics on my Instagram. You done have to follow and I'm not advertising. Just letting you know if you wanna check it out you can look up Daniel Zagumennyy and see violin posts to see what she looks like. The violin looks really nice!
I had one of these violins a few years ago, and my violin teacher who was a principal violinist at the Akron Symphony Orchestra looked at it and said it was a very good violin and would take me pretty far. He was right. I switched to a more professional violin a few months ago. I ended up giving the old one to my niece and her teacher approves of it as well.
I took you advice gorgeous and bought this violin; I am absolutely ecstatic to start learning to play! Wish me luck, I want one day to be able to play "Sad Violin" just like you do on your other UA-cam video! Thanks for your honest review it's because of it that I bought this violin!! I Subscribed!! Love from the U.S!
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor I just bought this violin 🎻 and I am excited to use and I am a fresh beinger I know this video is old but I just subbed and took ur tips thank u
The video might be old, but the info still stands. I also recommend you replace the strings with Pirastro Tonicas if you can as then you wont find the violin such hard work.
Thanks for this review. My daughter is starting 6 grade orchestra. I googled reviews and you popped up. After searching and looking at other reviews we purchased this on Amazon through your link. My daughter is thrilled. Our local music store was impressed as well especially with the wooden bow. Thanks again.
And, being an owner of this violin, new strings are definatly need. my E string kept breaking everytime I tried to tune -pop!- went the string. Get new strings if you get this violin. It is needed!
I just need a good violin that is good stock around this price range I’m becoming saddened with the reviews it gets worse and worse with these cheaper violins which is expected but come on at this point it’s just scaring new comers rightv
Bought this violin in 2015, and I still love it. Thank you very much Alison for making these great resources available for us to get started (plus you make some great pieces and arrangements too)
I set mine up properly, polished it to make it look better, replaced the junk tailpiece, put D'Addario Pro Arte strings on it, and put a Tonerite on it set on medium to open it up. After the Tonerite treatment, no lie, it gives my expensive violins a run for their money. Keep in mind, her violin is "out of the box" and hasn't opened up. It's a fraction of its potential.
I received my MV300 a couple of weeks ago. I saw your video about how to open the box and set everything up, on Amazon, where I bought mine, and I immediately knew I could trust your judgment and began watching your videos and you have become my initial and primary resource for learning. I play other instruments, so, I know my music theory and reading. I look forward to learning to play my newest instrument.
Can't wait to start lessons...have been waiting 42 years to learn to play this instrument! Just ordered the Mendini MV500 and it will be at my door on next week...EXCITED! Thanks so much for your channel, I think it and you are AWESOME!
I have this same violin since almost five years ago and one of the things that i most like about it obviously more than the sound it would be the fact that it isn’t varnished cuz i like it that way and i like the fact that it is not shiny... so yeah I think that part depends of the things that the ppl likes but i think that this is a pretty good violin and it worth every single dollar even after 5 years of playing as an student and after some falls it is still with a very good quality and that’s what matter, also that it has had a great projection of the sound since day one so... I Love my Violin
Based off of this review and weeks of searching the web I just purchased and received my MV300 yesterday. I'm very excited and since I don't know anything about violin it sounds great!! I'm very excited to use your videos to teach myself to play the fiddle.
I do too. I have tried Evahs but they are terrible on my antique violin despite everyone else in the world raving about them! May I suggest Obs for D A and E and an extra high tension Passione for the G....You're welcome 😀
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor My violin is a new German violin from Karl Höfner, built 2015, but it is a fine copy of a Guarneri del Gesu 1741. I payed 3500 Euro. I tried a couple of different strings, but the Obligo seems to be best for my violin, especially on the D and G. They settle pretty well in 2 days when I change. I’m 70 years old and I have only played 3 years. I love to play and practice 2 - 3 hours every day.
Thank you for review. My son is getting this violin for Christmas. He has been playing on a borrowed violin from school but wanted one of his own to be able to practice at home and during school breaks and summer vacation. He just started playing about a month and a half ago and is loving it. I was a little nervous about the quality for the cost, but your review has set my mind at ease that it will be a good place to start for him.
For the money, it seems like a tremendous value! Im definitely buying one today and ordering all of your books. You are by far the best UA-cam vilolin channel....not to mention stunningly beautiful.
thank you so much for this review !!! i found your channel just today and i purchased this exact violin yesterday. i was concerned after watching around if it was going to be a bad idea. but i am extatic to know my first playing experience is going to be a decent beginners violin !!
I'm getting back into playing after being 10 years out of practice (I couldn't bring my violin with me when we moved out of state because it was a rental from my elementary school). My sister got me a similar violin on sale for my birthday, and I'm glad to see that it holds up well.
Fantastic - I just purchased the MV400 last week and am about to start lesson 5 with you! It's good to know my choice has my tutor's approval. ;-) Also, I did add onto my purchase some Jade rosin and the medium weight D'Addario strings at the same time, but am waiting to change over to the new strings. P.S. Thanks for all the effort you put into your videos. I really appreciate the depth you go into on each subject and am looking forward to continuing with you!
Hi Alison at first I just want to say thank you very much I've learned a lot from you .. before watching your videos i bought a Violin and i had no idea how to play i just bought it because it's cheap and i want to try it so i bought Mendini MV200 .. it's a bit different from MV300 .. it's kinda more shiny but it also doesn't have any scratches but i don't know about it sound cuz I am %100 newbie
Just setting mine up and so pleased with your videos and the violin. For $62 is amazing price for a great beginner violin. as you say brilliant!! Thank you
Hi Alison! Your videos awakened my old obsession with violin. I want to finally start learning how to play and i 'm searching for a beginers cheap violin. So far from searching nothing got me excited but this one has! I'm also new at amazon-online-shopping so do you really reccommend it? Thank you in advance.
Tati. Bo This comment is quite old and I'm not Allison but, I do shop on Amazon.com quite a bit and my advice to you it to read the title thoroughly because it will show the Size in the title and you don't want to end up buying a little violin buy accident. Read the dates on when it should arrive the earlier it arrives the better it is. Read reviews and take advice. Always, do these steps online shopping and you will be all set. I am planning on buying my first violin as well and can't wait! Tell me how it goes.
just bought one yesterday, for my wife who is to begin learning in january... first experience: e string broken when tuning :( then attached the extra string and played it (without tuning) :D very exciting experience when getting it to sound ! we are so excited to begin lessons!
Hello. It would be very helpful if you can reply but my sister got me this violin for Christmas mainly because I really want to play the violin and I really wanted to learn. I opened it on Christmas and my cousins (they are both younger than me 11 and 13 but both had been playing for 4 years) were here and I asked if they can play a song for me. My aunt (their mom) took a look at my violin and said that the case and shoulder rest were great but if you show this to a music teacher, they would most likely tell you to buy a new one. When my cousin played it, my aunt ask if the violin was tuned and he said no so he tuned it for me. After tuning as much as he could, he said that it wasn't right and the strings kept "slipping". I told my aunt that I was a cheaper violin and that I was only a beginner. She told me that if I get so used to out of tuned sounds produced by the violin, I will think that the tuned sounds were wrong (as in it doesn't sound right). What should I do?
+DoriKenxe Im not wuite sure what you are asking here, but you MUST tune your violin each time you play it and NOT play it when its out of tune as this will have disastrous effects!
Hello Alison... Really thanks for posting this video! I've recently started learning violin and have been a bit apprehensive of which violin to buy as a beginner (considering there are lots of them!) Your video has been extremely helpful to me... I've also seen your learning tutorials and they are absolutely brilliant! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with all of us. All the best to you! With regards from India... Arjun
@@frozenwizardgaming Time to start playing on the street for change. Put up a sign that you are saving up to buy a violin. Street musicians fill everyone with joy. Best of luck :)
@@frozenwizardgaming , Many people who play guitar and violin, like I do, use the mandolin as their transition instrument. Tuning and fingering are the same in violin and mando, but mandolin frets taught me the positions, so proper bow technique is ALL I have to learn.
Thank you for posting! We are donating violins for impoverished students in the Philippines and wanted the cheapest violin that is acceptable for learning from a teacher.
this is the violin I just bought! I'm 17 and just starting to learn and I love it! the satin finish is amazing😍 I'm weird tho and actually quite like it rather than the gloss
Well, this just happens to be the EXACT violin I've been looking at getting and then I start watching your videos and lo and behold you reviewed it and it's a good one. That is awesome! I saw the title of this video and I was like "Wait...Mendini?" I had my Amazon page in another tab and the violin already pulled up. I went and looked and it was the MV300. Good to know it won't be a crappy one.
HI...im new..i just fell in love with the violin and would like to start learning. i think this will be a great start for me cause it is affordable and sounds well like you said. what about the satin finish...you said it would be better if it was polished. i like classy stuff too. any advice on that? and also what about the MV400 and MV200
+jemimah Karau Unfortunatly we cant change the finish, but its al personal preference. I have reviews on both the MV200 and MV400 if you click on my playlist review link, linked under any violin video.
I know it's a two year old comment, but I can give some advice on changing the shine on the violin....I work as a collision repair tech, and have been in the industry for 17 years now....you can actually change the shine of satin clear by just hand polishing. Using polishing compound and a microfiber towel, try it first on the back or sides, and just rub the Polish into the clear coat...I work will eventually shine up....
I just went violin shopping this weekend at Shimokura violins in Tokyo. $500-1000 is actually a good price when it’s time to replace the starter. Shimokura has a bow that costs $35,000 USD!!
I actually just got this with an evercrest (hope thats right) shoulder rest, d'addario strings, a bit better bow, and some rosin. I'm so stoked I found this after. I've been playing drums and guitar for over a decade. Love learning new instruments and was skeptical yet hopeful. After this I'm just so completely excited! Your my new teacher! Lol you're amazing! Thank you! !
I played the violin from age 5-9 and sadly, was pretty much forced into quitting because my teacher at the time kept getting pregnant and I refused to learn from anyone else, the stubborn child I was (though the lessons definitely didn't fit my schedule and stressed me out, so it's probably good) But I'm getting this violin for my birthday and am very excited c: thank you for the detailed review, it helped me make my decision! Personally, I like a more matte finish, so I'm very happy to have found this one!
I was really happy to see this today. I recently bought one of the Mendini MV300 violins and got it last Friday. I'm a complete beginner with this instrument but I did loads of research and I am really happy with it for the price. Really glad to see your opinion is the same! I will be using it to teach myself how to play until I can afford a nicer, higher quality violin.
yergaderga i have heard that, but for $67 its still an amazing price. Push them in a little as you turn, or try peg drops. I know it means you have to buy a bottle of peg drops for a small price, but they will come in hand with your next violin should you choose to upgrade.
+Joumana Rashad A note that is 'flat' as been moved from its positino down a half tone. Example, if the note of A has been flattened, it will have gone to Ab. Of course to confuse you even further (sorry) a flattened note doesnt have to refer to just 'b' notes, but any notess that has been taken down a half tone. So C# flattened will be C natural nd say F# flattened will be F naturat etc etc.
+Joumana Rashad Think of it like Goldilocks: If the porridge is too cold (the note is too low), it's flat. If it's too hot (the note is too high), it's sharp. If it's just right, it's on-key or in-tune.
Thanks for the review! My daughter, who's 9 years old, is just starting and the MV300 is going to be her first violin. Thanks to your string review, I may end up putting a set of Pirastro Tonica strings on it in the future. Subscribed!
I play the viola right now and was looking to play the violin as well. You have assured me that getting this violin will not be a bad deal. Thank you for the help
Well...I just placed my order for one. Even if it is of a lower quality than a student violin, for a full outfit, hard to argue if it's just 63 bucks. At the very least, I can practice posture, experiment with maintenance, and hang something up on my wall for decoration (haha).
***** I just wanted to say thank you in replying to some comments - always welcomed and a weight off my shoulders and more time for me to make more videos! yay :)) thanks again
Hi Alison. I just bought this violin in purple and I'm so glad you reviewed it. I am a novice but I thought it was a good beginner instrument for the money. I actually paid $67 and got the case, the violin, the bow, extra strings, a electronic tuner, & rosin. It came with no scratches and a pretty color of purple.
Thank you for the review!! I just received this violin this past Friday and I absolutely love it. I'm a beginner on a budget and this particular violin probably had the best reviews on Amazon. Would also like to thank you for your videos as they give a lot of good advice.
Corina Sekar I'm playing piano and violin and alto saxophone... probably your mom just wants you to completely learn one instrument before getting a different one
I play piano and I also want to play violin But my mom also said no So I'm gonna order it online with my own money And when it comes, she'll just have to accept it
My brother said he would get me a violin for Christmas since I wanted one. I had one that I was looking at on amazon for a similar price, but after watching this, he ordered this one for me. The other one might have been good too, but this gives me more confidence in it. Thanks for the video. I just hope the quality is the same (or better) 6 years later.
It's range is quite good. The highs are crisp and clear, the lows are mellow and sweet. It sounds like a beauty. One can tell that you are skilled. Your fingers fly. Nicely done.
I got a CV-100 kit for $89 at KK Music. Came with electronic tuner, extra strings, shoulder rest, instruction kit and CD. Very easy to play. Best thing on this was to use peg compound - holds tune very well.
I bought this violin before I watched your review, and I'm glad you like it as much as I have so far as a beginner. I've learned so much from your videos!
I actually just bought the black version of this earlier today along with a thing to stick on it to see notes and a book to show me the ropes. A few years back I messed with my sister's violin and thought it was pretty awesome, getting one's been in the back of my mind since. It's good to see that this actually a decent piece of equipment. Tuesday can't come fast enough.
Thank you thank you for your violin review, this is fantastic!! My 5th grader needs one and I was like where should I start!? I can't thank you enough!
I got this one about a month ago. Thankfully, the amazon listings include other finishes, so I was quite pleased with the way it looks, along with the price. Since I've had it, I feel I've improved my sound, and I'm pretty satisfied with it. Since I'm in college (and obviously broke), I probably wouldn't have been able to learn violin without getting this one. Thanks for the review!
They are great violins for the beginners. My kids started on 1/8, and now they are on ¼ and ½. There is no need for better strings until student actually starts to produce nice sound. Until then there is no deference in scratchy sound that they produce - it’ll sound horrible on either type of strings. On Amazon I was able to select finish that I liked. I personally was winning state competitions on this type of violins back in the 70-80s. Yes, my cheap violins were fitted by a luthier, but since I was performing professionally, it was expected. My first expensive violin was ¾.
I have Glarry GV101 which has same satin finish and also sounds great. I suspect that it maybe made in same Chinese factory as MV300. And that satin finish is part of the reason why violin sounds good. Poor quality thick varnish will probably hinder the sound quality rather than help it, and thin satin finish is probably superior in that respect.
Thank you so much for this review because I want one for Christmas and my mom didn't know where to get one for cheap and I was worried about getting a good one. I showed this to my mom and she added to her cart on amazon. Thank you again, because this helped out a lot with my Christmas :)
Hello Alicson, I think your awesome. Very easy on the eyes. I think your beutiful. I will follow you till i master this.You have showed me the scales very well. I have to start learning notes. Thank you for suggesting the Mandini line of violins. I just ordered a 300. I will send you a video when I get it. I would like to know if you could also teach the Viola.
I got a Cecilio CV 100 kit from KK Music with bow, rosin, shoulder rest, electronic tuner and Mel Bay book/cd for $89. Very playable. Improvements were new bow, peg compound. I had to reverse the bridge so the flat part is toward the tailpiece and straighten the sound post; the last two gave a clearer tone. Will put some better strings (either D 'Addario or Dominant).
I bought the CVN Cecilio black painted, this one is shiny, which I don't dislike, although I really like matte looking as well. Definitely a good violin for a beginner like me, totally satisfied with it. Also you have been very helpful, such a wonderful teacher, thanks for that. Happy holidays. :)
I love the sounds of violins and after seeing this one I really wanted to give it a try. Is it had to learn the violin? I have zero experience but play other instruments. I also will probably learn with your videos not a teacher next to me. I love the sound would love to try.
Thanks for the review! I'm actually looking into getting the Mendini MV650. I did look at maybe getting the MV300 but decided to go for a bit more expensive beginners violin. The MV650 is about 230$ before shipping in Canada so around 133pounds.
You can make the finish shiny by applying car wax.Its a simple and cheap solution.My luthier suggested this for a very expensive classical guitar and I am very happy with the results!
+tsukimitsu2 Im honestly not sure whether this s wise or not as you could end up totally changing the tone to a more muffled one. You could try with a cheap violin you were going to throw away anyway, but other than that I personally wouldnt do this otherwise.
Just got this violin in the mail today and WOW was I ever impressed. I'm a serious viola player who wants to learn how to play violin as a fun challenge (hence I didn't want to spend a lot of money). The pegs on this violin turned and stayed easily. The fine tuners are a pain to turn though. The bow is quite suckie and I ended up just using the bow from my nice viola from DZ Strad (I'm very upset that the US deals no longer ship to Canada... because I got a crazy good deal). I might post a review/unboxing soon! :-)
Also, do you have any clue how good is 'Granada GVA5 Violin 4/4'? It has been recommended by quite few of my friends - however, I was actually trying to find if you've reviewed this violin too :)
I appreciate the review. Many music people just automatically bash cheap instruments as trash. However, if a cheap instrument gets someone started in music I'm all for it. I'm thinking of getting one of these myself to fool around with. I've always wanted to play violin, but started with flute nearly 30 years ago. I've since added clarinet and oboe, but I am still intrigued by string instruments.
Currently I play a stentor harlequin violin. I bought it because it was black and I couldn't afford the conservatouire violin. But seems like you've given me more choice which is great. Also thank you for showing me how to do vibrato... I never got to learn and I taught myself so I have to unlearn what I did... So thank you for helping me learn the proper way to do vibrato. Still learning but want to improve. Your videos are awesome. Another Thing... In Australia which is where I am from, getting access to these violins seem hard as they won't ship to Australia.
Thanks for the very informative video. I just purchased one of these Violins! It's my first attempt at playing musical instrument, I hope that I chose an amazing one!
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Hello, I have been doing research and information on begginer violin's. Mendini, cecilio, center DC strad. I have found for my experience and wanting to learn the violin on my own. The Mendini MV 300 sounds like a great starter for the price, and sound and pitch. Not scratchy and pretty smooth.
Please let me know if your honest opinion and also direction to take on learning.
Thank you for your time and videos.
I love that all you want to do is help out beginners as best you can. Thanks for all the lessons, reviews, and videos. Keep up the great work!
I will add my thanks as well. Your videos have helped me immensely already and my MV300 won't arrive until tomorrow.
It is not junk, but the 400 and 500 comparison done in another video had fewer issues. My assumption is this was borrowed from a local shop to demo and the setup is right nd checked.
I actually just bought one of these, it came in the mail about two days ago and I was quite uneasy about the price, I was reading that most 300$ violins where crap, and this was only 60$ I was quite impressed at the sound, this is my first violin though, so I guess I don't have much room to know how well it sounds, but it made me feel allot better about my choice after watching this, a professional as yourself, saying that it is a GOOD violin. Thanks for making the review :)
Did u buy it online?There isn't Mendini brand in my country.Should I buy it online?
hey how is it working now, please tell me about the durability of it.
Aarzoo AMAZON
I mean if you like the sound than you like the sound
Also check out pawn shops they will sell Violins that have been left behind by people who couldn't afford to get them back. You can definitely get one at a great price.
Thanks for having the courage to say that a cheap violin can be okay for a beginner on a budget. It seems a lot of other string players are convinced that not only will a cheap fiddle not be suitable for a beginner but will actually cause their fingers to rot and their breath to stink ;) I certainly get that a better axe will cost mo' money and one will want to trade up in time , but I, for example, live in Podunk Buttcrust and there is not a luthier or instrument rental outfit nearer than a 2-hour drive and I do not have $500-$1k to plunk down. I'm looking to get started on viola, and I'm relying on the generosity of my dad for a low-price one for Christmas. But I'd rather start somewhere than not start at all. I just need a fiddle that will not scream like am angry cat or fall apart at a glance. Anyways, thanks for your informative review and for giving us po' folks permission to play with big toys :)
seraph127 buttcrust?
500 won't get you much either
A VIOLA!?!?!?!?!?!?
You are right I had a very old and very good violin well over one hundred years old it sound great but had to sell it to pay medical bills when out of a job. I am now 77 and just bought one off ebay and it has a great sound after a good setup.
Is it not sad that there are those who would look down their noses at people trying to bring a little bit of the rich world to themselves. I purchased the MV300 and it is a wonderful instrument. Wonderful for someone who is desperate to start with the understanding that to start out crappy is better than to never start at all. Go you!!
For many years I wanted to play Violin but wasn't sure if I would like it. After watching this video I decided to purchase this Violin. I have had it for about 3 weeks now and it has been perfect for me! Thank you so much for giving a spot on review of the Violin. Additionally I have been watching her "How to Learn the Violin" tutorials and am up to Lesson 6 and they are absolutely wonderful. I am learning faster then I thought I could.
I have been working her tutorial for about the same time, and am at about the same progress. That is so cool to know that I am progressing like other students have!! Thanks!
Go strong bud
Fantastic! Good work. Keep up the practice. Wish you all the best.
You go, virtuoso.
I'm thinking of getting this I'm 12 and really love the violin
+Edward Sevret i have an full wood, rosewood violin with beautiful flame, that i found used, hand built from 1984 for $50. there are options. i doubt this violin she has is hide glue constructed, and that's a must for violins. also, i bought an 85$ chinese bow. it is easier to play with than the 750$ bows they had. never be fooled by price.
+Bo Huggabee Were'd you find the violin?
I'm also 12 and love the violin (because of classical music and 2set)
Green rex lol twosetters unite
@Kevin Rui do you by any chance know any trusted website that sells second hand violins??
First, Allison, I thank you for your guide. I recently bought the Mendini MV300 for $54 US, and for someone who has never touched a violin EVER, I found it easy to tune, and play. I was expecting to hear more "cat-scratchy" sounds, but the ease of handling the violin, and bow only gave me confidence. The contact between the bow and violin was not abrasive at all; it shockingly made smooth sounds for me. I'm really really shocked; and motivated at the same time; as a LEFT HANDED PERSON, I can play my RIGHT HANDED VIOLIN with confidence. Thanks for all your instructions, thus far.
Awesome. Very good for the handedness accomplishment. Good work.
Just got my MV300. Really really good! Thanks for recommending them! We have 4 beginner bows in the house, and the one I got with it is the best of them all. Only weighs 59.5 grams holy cow and plays and sounds the best, way less bouncy at the frog end; also it's straight-grained and has no grain run-out in the wood. Visually it's not so hot of course, but I can see keeping the stick for a long time. Structurally the violin is awesome, doesn't look so great as the finish isn't high end (to be expected), if you nit-pick you can see faults from rushing at the factory you wouldn't see in a luthier-built fiddle, all in the "so what?" category though and nothing that affects the sound or playability, like for instance the scroll didn't get careful detail during the build, and there's a sag or drip or two in the finish. Sound-wise, it's 100% better than the first no-name violin we bought off ebay, and the set-up is spot on. Thanks again for your review. Like you said, for the money it will really impress you. I can't thank you enough Alison you are the best! What a machine holy cow. I even like the case, it's just molded styrofoam covered with nylon fabric, but it's all you need, light and easy to carry and cheaply made, though it doesn't look it. It's all you need. Actually I think every family should have at least one of these in the house as someone will eventually play it.
hey how is it working now. I am also planning to buy this. Please help me tell abt it and its durability.
I agree. Getting started on a cheaper model with great sound is incentive to learn to play well before you may want to trade up.
I built my own violin this Christmas for 350$. She sounds so beautiful with powerful harmony.
If you wanna see my violin I posted pics on my Instagram. You done have to follow and I'm not advertising. Just letting you know if you wanna check it out you can look up Daniel Zagumennyy and see violin posts to see what she looks like. The violin looks really nice!
It would be nice to listen to it
How did you do it? Are you older or mid-age-range person? I would like to make a violin, but I am older and getting more so by the day. Congrats.
I had one of these violins a few years ago, and my violin teacher who was a principal violinist at the Akron Symphony Orchestra looked at it and said it was a very good violin and would take me pretty far. He was right. I switched to a more professional violin a few months ago. I ended up giving the old one to my niece and her teacher approves of it as well.
Mine just arrived I'm so excited!!!!!!!!!
Jessica Pointer how is it going?
Jessica Pointer how was it???
Jessica Pointer any progress so far :D?
Would really like to hear how iy was
Jessica Pointer Hello, how has it held up after 1 year? :]
I took you advice gorgeous and bought this violin; I am absolutely ecstatic to start learning to play! Wish me luck, I want one day to be able to play "Sad Violin" just like you do on your other UA-cam video! Thanks for your honest review it's because of it that I bought this violin!! I Subscribed!! Love from the U.S!
kotrci86 thank you
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor I just bought this violin 🎻 and I am excited to use and I am a fresh beinger I know this video is old but I just subbed and took ur tips thank u
The video might be old, but the info still stands. I also recommend you replace the strings with Pirastro Tonicas if you can as then you wont find the violin such hard work.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor OK thanks u so much
you can play a sad violin when your wife or husband comes home from work complaining about their day
I guess you can make anything sound good. Especially if that's a cheap violin. It sounds great!
This is $90.00 now 😂 I bought it and I’m glad it isn’t as bad as people say it is. I’m eager to learn! Thank you!
Thanks for this review. My daughter is starting 6 grade orchestra. I googled reviews and you popped up. After searching and looking at other reviews we purchased this on Amazon through your link. My daughter is thrilled. Our local music store was impressed as well especially with the wooden bow. Thanks again.
And, being an owner of this violin, new strings are definatly need. my E string kept breaking everytime I tried to tune -pop!- went the string. Get new strings if you get this violin. It is needed!
I just need a good violin that is good stock around this price range I’m becoming saddened with the reviews it gets worse and worse with these cheaper violins which is expected but come on at this point it’s just scaring new comers rightv
@@yzxt7535 did u find something?
Bought this violin in 2015, and I still love it.
Thank you very much Alison for making these great resources available for us to get started (plus you make some great pieces and arrangements too)
I set mine up properly, polished it to make it look better, replaced the junk tailpiece, put D'Addario Pro Arte strings on it, and put a Tonerite on it set on medium to open it up. After the Tonerite treatment, no lie, it gives my expensive violins a run for their money. Keep in mind, her violin is "out of the box" and hasn't opened up. It's a fraction of its potential.
It’s all about the setup, isn’t it?
i just got mine for school its lit
leslielovesjam im getting one for school it gon be lit
leslielovesjam 😂😂
leslielovesjam it sound amazing??? I should buy it then
kool
I received my MV300 a couple of weeks ago. I saw your video about how to open the box and set everything up, on Amazon, where I bought mine, and I immediately knew I could trust your judgment and began watching your videos and you have become my initial and primary resource for learning. I play other instruments, so, I know my music theory and reading. I look forward to learning to play my newest instrument.
my favourite thing about watching these videos is hearing the word quid. love that word
Quid = buck I would say.
I JUST GOT MINES ITS BEAUTIFULLLLLLL IM SO HAPPY MY MOM GOT IT FOR MEEEEEE
I bought one for my son, and one for myself. Mines purple. I love it. Its amazing.
Can't wait to start lessons...have been waiting 42 years to learn to play this instrument! Just ordered the Mendini MV500 and it will be at my door on next week...EXCITED! Thanks so much for your channel, I think it and you are AWESOME!
I have this same violin since almost five years ago and one of the things that i most like about it obviously more than the sound it would be the fact that it isn’t varnished cuz i like it that way and i like the fact that it is not shiny... so yeah I think that part depends of the things that the ppl likes but i think that this is a pretty good violin and it worth every single dollar even after 5 years of playing as an student and after some falls it is still with a very good quality and that’s what matter, also that it has had a great projection of the sound since day one so... I Love my Violin
Can you say you have made improvements from using this?
Based off of this review and weeks of searching the web I just purchased and received my MV300 yesterday. I'm very excited and since I don't know anything about violin it sounds great!! I'm very excited to use your videos to teach myself to play the fiddle.
this violin is cheaper than the strings I use lol
ThreeSidedTriangle Someone's full of themselfff (:
ThreeSidedTriangle Same here, I use Obligato strings...~ 90 USD/set, and I change strings every 6 - 9 months or so.
I do too. I have tried Evahs but they are terrible on my antique violin despite everyone else in the world raving about them! May I suggest Obs for D A and E and an extra high tension Passione for the G....You're welcome 😀
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor My violin is a new German violin from Karl Höfner, built 2015, but it is a fine copy of a Guarneri del Gesu 1741. I payed 3500 Euro. I tried a couple of different strings, but the Obligo seems to be best for my violin, especially on the D and G. They settle pretty well in 2 days when I change. I’m 70 years old and I have only played 3 years. I love to play and practice 2 - 3 hours every day.
@Carin Hall i almost choked on my jawbreaker. 11s for me man
Thank you for review. My son is getting this violin for Christmas. He has been playing on a borrowed violin from school but wanted one of his own to be able to practice at home and during school breaks and summer vacation. He just started playing about a month and a half ago and is loving it. I was a little nervous about the quality for the cost, but your review has set my mind at ease that it will be a good place to start for him.
Yes. In eBay is possible. Thank you very much!
For the money, it seems like a tremendous value! Im definitely buying one today and ordering all of your books. You are by far the best UA-cam vilolin channel....not to mention stunningly beautiful.
thank you so much for this review !!! i found your channel just today and i purchased this exact violin yesterday. i was concerned after watching around if it was going to be a bad idea. but i am extatic to know my first playing experience is going to be a decent beginners violin !!
I actually like the satin finish over the shiny varnish
To me the shiny varnish looks cheaper
Yes I like satin finish too. Glossy shiny violins are so tacky.
@@coldspring22and that shiny finish can ruin the tone and volume.
I was actually looking into getting the pink one.
Myserabella cool!
I'm getting back into playing after being 10 years out of practice (I couldn't bring my violin with me when we moved out of state because it was a rental from my elementary school). My sister got me a similar violin on sale for my birthday, and I'm glad to see that it holds up well.
I'm getting this soon, from this review it seems like a good beginner violin.
Fantastic - I just purchased the MV400 last week and am about to start lesson 5 with you! It's good to know my choice has my tutor's approval. ;-)
Also, I did add onto my purchase some Jade rosin and the medium weight D'Addario strings at the same time, but am waiting to change over to the new strings.
P.S. Thanks for all the effort you put into your videos. I really appreciate the depth you go into on each subject and am looking forward to continuing with you!
Hi Alison
at first I just want to say thank you very much I've learned a lot from you .. before watching your videos i bought a Violin and i had no idea how to play i just bought it because it's cheap and i want to try it so i bought Mendini MV200 .. it's a bit different from MV300 .. it's kinda more shiny but it also doesn't have any scratches but i don't know about it sound cuz I am %100 newbie
Just setting mine up and so pleased with your videos and the violin. For $62 is amazing price for a great beginner violin. as you say brilliant!! Thank you
Hi Alison! Your videos awakened my old obsession with violin. I want to finally start learning how to play and i 'm searching for a beginers cheap violin. So far from searching nothing got me excited but this one has! I'm also new at amazon-online-shopping so do you really reccommend it? Thank you in advance.
Tati. Bo This comment is quite old and I'm not Allison but, I do shop on Amazon.com quite a bit and my advice to you it to read the title thoroughly because it will show the Size in the title and you don't want to end up buying a little violin buy accident. Read the dates on when it should arrive the earlier it arrives the better it is. Read reviews and take advice. Always, do these steps online shopping and you will be all set. I am planning on buying my first violin as well and can't wait! Tell me how it goes.
Tati. Bo How are you guys’ progress?
just bought one yesterday, for my wife who is to begin learning in january... first experience: e string broken when tuning :( then attached the extra string and played it (without tuning) :D very exciting experience when getting it to sound ! we are so excited to begin lessons!
Mau M which way did you tune it just Incase I get this I don’t wanna get a string to the eye
Hello. It would be very helpful if you can reply but my sister got me this violin for Christmas mainly because I really want to play the violin and I really wanted to learn. I opened it on Christmas and my cousins (they are both younger than me 11 and 13 but both had been playing for 4 years) were here and I asked if they can play a song for me. My aunt (their mom) took a look at my violin and said that the case and shoulder rest were great but if you show this to a music teacher, they would most likely tell you to buy a new one. When my cousin played it, my aunt ask if the violin was tuned and he said no so he tuned it for me. After tuning as much as he could, he said that it wasn't right and the strings kept "slipping". I told my aunt that I was a cheaper violin and that I was only a beginner. She told me that if I get so used to out of tuned sounds produced by the violin, I will think that the tuned sounds were wrong (as in it doesn't sound right). What should I do?
I meant if I get used to the untuned sound of the violin
+DoriKenxe Im not wuite sure what you are asking here, but you MUST tune your violin each time you play it and NOT play it when its out of tune as this will have disastrous effects!
You can get some peg drops on amazon. They help keep the pegs in tune longer/keep them from slipping so quickly.
+Cherished Playtime They are new strings and they probably will.
Hello Alison... Really thanks for posting this video! I've recently started learning violin and have been a bit apprehensive of which violin to buy as a beginner (considering there are lots of them!) Your video has been extremely helpful to me... I've also seen your learning tutorials and they are absolutely brilliant! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with all of us. All the best to you! With regards from India... Arjun
I really want a violin
I beg to my parents to buy to me one but they refused
I live in Iraq and I am 17 y o
حًسِـنِ آلَحًمًيِدٍآوٌيِ ١٧ سنة حوش له و جيب من تحويشتك صديقي. جيب اي شي رخيص مجرد تتعلم علية
@@frozenwizardgaming Time to start playing on the street for change. Put up a sign that you are saving up to buy a violin. Street musicians fill everyone with joy. Best of luck :)
@@frozenwizardgaming ,
Many people who play guitar and violin, like I do, use the mandolin as their transition instrument. Tuning and fingering are the same in violin and mando, but mandolin frets taught me the positions, so proper bow technique is ALL I have to learn.
I have an idea. Do a summer job and buy it urself. Your parents will be proud too since you bought it by yourself
Did u ever get one ?
Thank you for posting! We are donating violins for impoverished students in the Philippines and wanted the cheapest violin that is acceptable for learning from a teacher.
this is the violin I just bought! I'm 17 and just starting to learn and I love it! the satin finish is amazing😍 I'm weird tho and actually quite like it rather than the gloss
same
is it holding up after 7 months?
Well, this just happens to be the EXACT violin I've been looking at getting and then I start watching your videos and lo and behold you reviewed it and it's a good one. That is awesome! I saw the title of this video and I was like "Wait...Mendini?" I had my Amazon page in another tab and the violin already pulled up. I went and looked and it was the MV300. Good to know it won't be a crappy one.
Hi Alison ,
What do you think about the V7G student violin from YAMAHA
Is it a good student violin , Does it worth 650$
never played it sorry
Mine is coming today, so excited!!!
i was willing to buy one but they dont ship to the philippines😭
Lance Cetron the y can
Hi I'm from Philippines too
Thank you for the great video and the review. I will have to get me one now.
HI...im new..i just fell in love with the violin and would like to start learning. i think this will be a great start for me cause it is affordable and sounds well like you said. what about the satin finish...you said it would be better if it was polished. i like classy stuff too. any advice on that? and also what about the MV400 and MV200
+jemimah Karau Unfortunatly we cant change the finish, but its al personal preference. I have reviews on both the MV200 and MV400 if you click on my playlist review link, linked under any violin video.
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor ok thanks...but the satin finish will still be beautiful n all...like no major disadvantages there?
+jemimah Karau Its just looks. Looks dont affect the sound (for student violins).
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor OK thank you
I know it's a two year old comment, but I can give some advice on changing the shine on the violin....I work as a collision repair tech, and have been in the industry for 17 years now....you can actually change the shine of satin clear by just hand polishing. Using polishing compound and a microfiber towel, try it first on the back or sides, and just rub the Polish into the clear coat...I work will eventually shine up....
I just went violin shopping this weekend at Shimokura violins in Tokyo. $500-1000 is actually a good price when it’s time to replace the starter. Shimokura has a bow that costs $35,000 USD!!
On amazon, it says the item (violin) can't be shipped to my destination, which is Italy.
LucienMaya12 lol
Same here cuz I live in Canada
Try kk music store instead. They have more shipping choices and lots of promotions to offset the shipping cost. Good luck :)
I actually just got this with an evercrest (hope thats right) shoulder rest, d'addario strings, a bit better bow, and some rosin. I'm so stoked I found this after. I've been playing drums and guitar for over a decade. Love learning new instruments and was skeptical yet hopeful. After this I'm just so completely excited! Your my new teacher! Lol you're amazing! Thank you! !
got this today for $56 on prime day!
I played the violin from age 5-9 and sadly, was pretty much forced into quitting because my teacher at the time kept getting pregnant and I refused to learn from anyone else, the stubborn child I was (though the lessons definitely didn't fit my schedule and stressed me out, so it's probably good) But I'm getting this violin for my birthday and am very excited c: thank you for the detailed review, it helped me make my decision! Personally, I like a more matte finish, so I'm very happy to have found this one!
I have that exact one but the G fine tuner broke so I bought a way more expensive one :)
I was really happy to see this today. I recently bought one of the Mendini MV300 violins and got it last Friday. I'm a complete beginner with this instrument but I did loads of research and I am really happy with it for the price. Really glad to see your opinion is the same! I will be using it to teach myself how to play until I can afford a nicer, higher quality violin.
I just discovered the holes for the pegs are uneven on mine. It doesn't tighten well.
yergaderga i have heard that, but for $67 its still an amazing price. Push them in a little as you turn, or try peg drops. I know it means you have to buy a bottle of peg drops for a small price, but they will come in hand with your next violin should you choose to upgrade.
i started playing 4 days ago, and youre videos have been fantastic in helping me learn, so thank you!
I don't get what people mean when they say a note is flat. Can someone tell me?
+Joumana Rashad A note that is 'flat' as been moved from its positino down a half tone. Example, if the note of A has been flattened, it will have gone to Ab.
Of course to confuse you even further (sorry) a flattened note doesnt have to refer to just 'b' notes, but any notess that has been taken down a half tone. So C# flattened will be C natural nd say F# flattened will be F naturat etc etc.
+Joumana Rashad Think of it like Goldilocks: If the porridge is too cold (the note is too low), it's flat. If it's too hot (the note is too high), it's sharp. If it's just right, it's on-key or in-tune.
Thanks for the review! My daughter, who's 9 years old, is just starting and the MV300 is going to be her first violin. Thanks to your string review, I may end up putting a set of Pirastro Tonica strings on it in the future.
Subscribed!
+Kris Castro thanks for your support. :)
Most cheap instruments is good for the first time but it will deteriorate after a while
I play the viola right now and was looking to play the violin as well. You have assured me that getting this violin will not be a bad deal. Thank you for the help
Well...I just placed my order for one. Even if it is of a lower quality than a student violin, for a full outfit, hard to argue if it's just 63 bucks. At the very least, I can practice posture, experiment with maintenance, and hang something up on my wall for decoration (haha).
that's what we did to 1/8 our kids started with. It's a cute decoration hanging on the wall in the music room now.
***** I just wanted to say thank you in replying to some comments - always welcomed and a weight off my shoulders and more time for me to make more videos! yay :)) thanks again
Hi Alison. I just bought this violin in purple and I'm so glad you reviewed it. I am a novice but I thought it was a good beginner instrument for the money. I actually paid $67 and got the case, the violin, the bow, extra strings, a electronic tuner, & rosin. It came with no scratches and a pretty color of purple.
Joyce Dowridge cool. good luck and happy holidays :)
Just realized the strings I use are more expensive than that violin
Thank you for the review!! I just received this violin this past Friday and I absolutely love it. I'm a beginner on a budget and this particular violin probably had the best reviews on Amazon. Would also like to thank you for your videos as they give a lot of good advice.
I play cello but i also want to play violin but my mom said no 😠😠😣😣😵😳
AFrogThatLoves
I'm planning to grab cello after I master the violin if time allows
TheNoobProductions Nice 😁
I play piano and I want to try violin too. But just like you, my mom said no too 😥😥😞😤😤
Corina Sekar I'm playing piano and violin and alto saxophone... probably your mom just wants you to completely learn one instrument before getting a different one
I play piano and I also want to play violin
But my mom also said no
So I'm gonna order it online with my own money
And when it comes, she'll just have to accept it
My brother said he would get me a violin for Christmas since I wanted one. I had one that I was looking at on amazon for a similar price, but after watching this, he ordered this one for me.
The other one might have been good too, but this gives me more confidence in it. Thanks for the video. I just hope the quality is the same (or better) 6 years later.
that accent... i just cant... eargasm
It's range is quite good. The highs are crisp and clear, the lows are mellow and sweet. It sounds like a beauty. One can tell that you are skilled. Your fingers fly. Nicely done.
Thank. You. So. Much. This was a huge help, as are all your videos!
I got a CV-100 kit for $89 at KK Music. Came with electronic tuner, extra strings, shoulder rest, instruction kit and CD. Very easy to play. Best thing on this was to use peg compound - holds tune very well.
I have tis violin! I love it! I took your advice, I got new strings, good rosin and I play it all the time! I very pleased with it!
I bought this violin before I watched your review, and I'm glad you like it as much as I have so far as a beginner. I've learned so much from your videos!
I actually just bought the black version of this earlier today along with a thing to stick on it to see notes and a book to show me the ropes. A few years back I messed with my sister's violin and thought it was pretty awesome, getting one's been in the back of my mind since. It's good to see that this actually a decent piece of equipment. Tuesday can't come fast enough.
Just ordered this violin, I look forward to watching your lessons
Your analysis is very well done. It was succinct and practical. That helps me very much in making a decision about this violin. Thank you!
Thank you thank you for your violin review, this is fantastic!! My 5th grader needs one and I was like where should I start!? I can't thank you enough!
I got this one about a month ago. Thankfully, the amazon listings include other finishes, so I was quite pleased with the way it looks, along with the price. Since I've had it, I feel I've improved my sound, and I'm pretty satisfied with it. Since I'm in college (and obviously broke), I probably wouldn't have been able to learn violin without getting this one. Thanks for the review!
sounds very well! :O! i didnt expect it
Thank you for the review! Very helpful.
They are great violins for the beginners. My kids started on 1/8, and now they are on ¼ and ½. There is no need for better strings until student actually starts to produce nice sound. Until then there is no deference in scratchy sound that they produce - it’ll sound horrible on either type of strings. On Amazon I was able to select finish that I liked. I personally was winning state competitions on this type of violins back in the 70-80s. Yes, my cheap violins were fitted by a luthier, but since I was performing professionally, it was expected. My first expensive violin was ¾.
Thank you very much for taking the time and putting your insight :)
I have Glarry GV101 which has same satin finish and also sounds great. I suspect that it maybe made in same Chinese factory as MV300. And that satin finish is part of the reason why violin sounds good. Poor quality thick varnish will probably hinder the sound quality rather than help it, and thin satin finish is probably superior in that respect.
Yes! Believe me, a finish makes all the difference in the world. Paint can make any instrument sound like firewood.
Thank You !!!!!!! Now I Can return my rental violin and have my own , I'm getting myself a violin for Christmas
Thank you so much for this review because I want one for Christmas and my mom didn't know where to get one for cheap and I was worried about getting a good one. I showed this to my mom and she added to her cart on amazon. Thank you again, because this helped out a lot with my Christmas :)
I have the MV400 and I like it. The guys at my local music shop was surprised it was so cheap, and mine didn't even need a set up :)
Hello Alicson, I think your awesome. Very easy on the eyes. I think your beutiful. I will follow you till i master this.You have showed me the scales very well. I have to start learning notes. Thank you for suggesting the Mandini line of violins. I just ordered a 300. I will send you a video when I get it. I would like to know if you could also teach the Viola.
+Benjamin Scalia I dont play the viola - sorry.
That's ok, your great at what you do.
I got a Cecilio CV 100 kit from KK Music with bow, rosin, shoulder rest, electronic tuner and Mel Bay book/cd for $89. Very playable. Improvements were new bow, peg compound. I had to reverse the bridge so the flat part is toward the tailpiece and straighten the sound post; the last two gave a clearer tone. Will put some better strings (either D 'Addario or Dominant).
I bought the CVN Cecilio black painted, this one is shiny, which I don't dislike, although I really like matte looking as well. Definitely a good violin for a beginner like me, totally satisfied with it.
Also you have been very helpful, such a wonderful teacher, thanks for that.
Happy holidays. :)
I love the sounds of violins and after seeing this one I really wanted to give it a try. Is it had to learn the violin? I have zero experience but play other instruments. I also will probably learn with your videos not a teacher next to me. I love the sound would love to try.
Thanks for the review! I'm actually looking into getting the Mendini MV650. I did look at maybe getting the MV300 but decided to go for a bit more expensive beginners violin. The MV650 is about 230$ before shipping in Canada so around 133pounds.
You can make the finish shiny by applying car wax.Its a simple and cheap solution.My luthier suggested this for a very expensive classical guitar and I am very happy with the results!
+tsukimitsu2 Im honestly not sure whether this s wise or not as you could end up totally changing the tone to a more muffled one. You could try with a cheap violin you were going to throw away anyway, but other than that I personally wouldnt do this otherwise.
Just got this violin in the mail today and WOW was I ever impressed. I'm a serious viola player who wants to learn how to play violin as a fun challenge (hence I didn't want to spend a lot of money). The pegs on this violin turned and stayed easily. The fine tuners are a pain to turn though. The bow is quite suckie and I ended up just using the bow from my nice viola from DZ Strad (I'm very upset that the US deals no longer ship to Canada... because I got a crazy good deal).
I might post a review/unboxing soon! :-)
what dz strad bow did u get?
Also, do you have any clue how good is 'Granada GVA5 Violin 4/4'? It has been recommended by quite few of my friends - however, I was actually trying to find if you've reviewed this violin too :)
I have never heard of it im afraid.
@@TheOnlineViolinTutor No problem - thanks for your reply.
I appreciate the review. Many music people just automatically bash cheap instruments as trash. However, if a cheap instrument gets someone started in music I'm all for it. I'm thinking of getting one of these myself to fool around with. I've always wanted to play violin, but started with flute nearly 30 years ago. I've since added clarinet and oboe, but I am still intrigued by string instruments.
Currently I play a stentor harlequin violin. I bought it because it was black and I couldn't afford the conservatouire violin. But seems like you've given me more choice which is great. Also thank you for showing me how to do vibrato... I never got to learn and I taught myself so I have to unlearn what I did... So thank you for helping me learn the proper way to do vibrato. Still learning but want to improve. Your videos are awesome. Another Thing... In Australia which is where I am from, getting access to these violins seem hard as they won't ship to Australia.
Thanks for the very informative video. I just purchased one of these Violins! It's my first attempt at playing musical instrument, I hope that I chose an amazing one!