I have an an NX, then later I got a Luma a year or so ago. I picked up the Luma the other day, thinking I had picked up the NX. I could sure tell the difference when I started to play. The Luma is my favorite.
I think this is the most helpful review I've seen of these bows. The "bobbling" of the cheapish wooden bows is part of why I am looking to upgrade into a carbon fiber bow. Very interested in the GX because of the warmth I hear in that one over the others, but trying to decide if it makes sense for my level of playing.
When I bought my GX, I also trialed the NX for a week. I preferred the feel of the NX in my hand, but I ended up getting the GX because of the fatter tone it produced. Both are great bows. I should have trialed the others, but my local shop only had the two at the time.
I am absolutely in love with the GX and the Luma bows 😍🤩 thank you for sharing this video! I’m looking for a new bow or two and this was very helpful to hear how they all sound and comparing each of their qualities!
Thank you; this is very helpful. I bought a GX. No one can tell from the sound that it’s not a good French stick. You do have to adjust from your familiar bounce point. These bows seem to place it a little higher in the stick.
I thoroughly enjoy your reviews! Entertaining and most informative. Now that I have flattered you, a request: could you do a similar review of Codabows for Cello (and even other brands of CF bow if possible)? Looking forward to it! Thanks for these reviews!
I own two of the Coda Luma bows. I absolutely love them. They both perform exceptionally. But there is a wee bit of difference in the feel between the two. I found that to be interesting. I own several very expensive wood bows. But I find I would much rather play the Coda Luma bows. However, I wasn't that interested in the Coda Diamond Series bows. For me they all felt just a tad bit sluggish in comparison with the Luma.
I got the NX as it was the most appropriate for my budget but hope to afford the SX or the GX at some point. For now I am really happy and love my bow :)
I have a Diamond GX viola bow. For the price it is much better than it should be. I think you would have to spend a good deal more to get the same performance from a pernambucco bow.
You have described my dilemma. I like the sound of the GX better and the playability of the Luma. I'm trying bows out now and can't make up my mind. Trying JonPaul's against the GX this week but can't stop thinking about that Luma! Thanks for your help.
If I randomly listen to the sample legato passages played... the sound is pretty much indistinguishable. Maybe it's more apparent in person or while playing the instrument. But I've tried the cello versions of these Coda bows (NX, SX, GX) and... if I picked one up without looking at the frog, they all sounded the same.
I can tell you that everything via youtube sounds the same; aka sounds like crap. And I also think it sounds different to the player; but not as much to the listener..
At about 6:10, you mentioned you like Glasser bows. I've tried the Coda Prodigy and was really excited about it. Is there an equivilant Glasser bow for a lower price? Another one I've seen online, but never tried is the Presto Audition which is also braided (it looks braided). Any recommendations on these or for a braided bow below $200 US?
Hi Paul! The Presto Audition is made by Shar Music. It isn't really comparable to the Prodigy because the Prodigy still has better balance and response, but it is comparable to another model of the Presto bows, called the Presto Ovation - priced at $289 on the Shar website. Hope this helps!
Great video Richard, and what fun personality! :-) I have a question, if you wouldn't mind....My cheap Chinese wooden bow is almost on its last legs, and decided to invest into a Coda. Which one would you recommend for a 5 string electric? I am looking for a smooth, warm, effortless sound, especially on the electric violin which tends to sound metallic on the higher register. With my current bow it is hard to keep a stable, consistent sound on legatos, and requires quite a bit of effort to push against the strings to give a decent sound. I am quite annoyed with it. But since CB-s are expensive, I do not want to make a mistake on a purchase that is unexchangeable. Thanks :-)
i have used the Codabow Classic for 13 years. i like it but really know little about Bows. No true knowledge upon which to base an opinion. Do you have an impression anout the Codabow Classic ?
+Dan Roseberry I prefer the Luma for its weight... just because that's what I'm used to, but I prefer the sound of the GX. I'd probably choose the GX as my second bow, but it would be a close race :)
I notice your Diamond GX has the braided carbon fiber along the bottom of the frog. I've seen other Diamond GX bows which have mother-of-pearl there. Is there anything to that difference? Did one variant come along first, then they changed it?
Thanx for the question. Yes, they did change it. They used to come with the mother-of-pearl. I think they might have changed because its easier to export a non-animal based fiber...
I HATE CODA BOWS!! They usually do not pair well with instruments. I even have a Luis and Clark cf cello and wouldnt play any synthetic bow on it. They just dont work very well on them. You might as well make aluminum bows!!
i love this guy and how passionate he is about everything
thanks :)
That's because the lovely Mrs. Bertinot has beat him into submission!!! LOL Great vids thanks for your time and fabulous videography!!
I have an an NX, then later I got a Luma a year or so ago. I picked up the Luma the other day, thinking I had picked up the NX. I could sure tell the difference when I started to play. The Luma is my favorite.
I think this is the most helpful review I've seen of these bows. The "bobbling" of the cheapish wooden bows is part of why I am looking to upgrade into a carbon fiber bow. Very interested in the GX because of the warmth I hear in that one over the others, but trying to decide if it makes sense for my level of playing.
When I bought my GX, I also trialed the NX for a week. I preferred the feel of the NX in my hand, but I ended up getting the GX because of the fatter tone it produced. Both are great bows. I should have trialed the others, but my local shop only had the two at the time.
I am absolutely in love with the GX and the Luma bows 😍🤩 thank you for sharing this video! I’m looking for a new bow or two and this was very helpful to hear how they all sound and comparing each of their qualities!
Thank you; this is very helpful. I bought a GX. No one can tell from the sound that it’s not a good French stick. You do have to adjust from your familiar bounce point. These bows seem to place it a little higher in the stick.
I thoroughly enjoy your reviews! Entertaining and most informative. Now that I have flattered you, a request: could you do a similar review of Codabows for Cello (and even other brands of CF bow if possible)? Looking forward to it! Thanks for these reviews!
It's very pleasant to watch you. Very passionate and a wonderfull work. THANKS
I like the coda diamond gx bow a lot but I also have an incredibow and it sounds dang good!
I own two of the Coda Luma bows. I absolutely love them. They both perform exceptionally. But there is a wee bit of difference in the feel between the two. I found that to be interesting.
I own several very expensive wood bows. But I find I would much rather play the Coda Luma bows.
However, I wasn't that interested in the Coda Diamond Series bows. For me they all felt just a tad bit sluggish in comparison with the Luma.
I got the NX as it was the most appropriate for my budget but hope to afford the SX or the GX at some point. For now I am really happy and love my bow :)
I have a Diamond GX viola bow. For the price it is much better than it should be. I think you would have to spend a good deal more to get the same performance from a pernambucco bow.
great review! I totally will be busying a Coda bow now
Coda Gx violin bow is the best one!
And the winner is the Coda Bow ! How about the prodigy ????? I like the way you review things and include some humor very naturally...
Got an NX after watching your video. Thanks.
Thank you for the video, now I know what bow I should go for!
Have you heard of the Codabow Aspire? Is it discontinued? What are its characteristics?
Great review and demos! very detailed.
Thank you...great review!
You have described my dilemma. I like the sound of the GX better and the playability of the Luma. I'm trying bows out now and can't make up my mind. Trying JonPaul's against the GX this week but can't stop thinking about that Luma! Thanks for your help.
I have coda gx violin bow.
If I randomly listen to the sample legato passages played... the sound is pretty much indistinguishable. Maybe it's more apparent in person or while playing the instrument. But I've tried the cello versions of these Coda bows (NX, SX, GX) and... if I picked one up without looking at the frog, they all sounded the same.
I can tell you that everything via youtube sounds the same; aka sounds like crap. And I also think it sounds different to the player; but not as much to the listener..
Has the technology increased to produce even better carbon bows since this video was made?
It might be a god idea to demonstrate on all four strings.
GX best sounding..
At about 6:10, you mentioned you like Glasser bows. I've tried the Coda Prodigy and was really excited about it. Is there an equivilant Glasser bow for a lower price? Another one I've seen online, but never tried is the Presto Audition which is also braided (it looks braided). Any recommendations on these or for a braided bow below $200 US?
Hi Paul! The Presto Audition is made by Shar Music. It isn't really comparable to the Prodigy because the Prodigy still has better balance and response, but it is comparable to another model of the Presto bows, called the Presto Ovation - priced at $289 on the Shar website. Hope this helps!
Great video Richard, and what fun personality! :-)
I have a question, if you wouldn't mind....My cheap Chinese wooden bow is almost on its last legs, and decided to invest into a Coda. Which one would you recommend for a 5 string electric? I am looking for a smooth, warm, effortless sound, especially on the electric violin which tends to sound metallic on the higher register. With my current bow it is hard to keep a stable, consistent sound on legatos, and requires quite a bit of effort to push against the strings to give a decent sound. I am quite annoyed with it. But since CB-s are expensive, I do not want to make a mistake on a purchase that is unexchangeable. Thanks :-)
Still waiting.....6 months and counting 😞
8 months....😪
Coda Joule
i have used the Codabow Classic for 13 years. i like it but really know little about Bows. No true knowledge upon which to base an opinion. Do you have an impression anout the Codabow Classic ?
Just curious...whats the brand of the violin????
Its a Struna Maestro violin... one of our more popular models :)
Which had a warmer tone SX or Luma?
I think the SX is warmer :)
Great review! Thanks! Do you prefer the Luma then, since it is more like your French bow?
+Dan Roseberry I prefer the Luma for its weight... just because that's what I'm used to, but I prefer
the sound of the GX. I'd probably choose the GX as my second bow, but it would be a close race :)
I notice your Diamond GX has the braided carbon fiber along the bottom of the frog. I've seen other Diamond GX bows which have mother-of-pearl there. Is there anything to that difference? Did one variant come along first, then they changed it?
Thanx for the question. Yes, they did change it. They used to come with the mother-of-pearl. I think they might have changed because its easier to export a non-animal based fiber...
Good Video!
So what is this violin? It sounds awesome! :)
It's a Struna Maestro violin :) I love it too.
Thanks! :)
Your videos are great, too bad I live like 12,000 miles away!
thumbs up for bulbous lol
Jim carey
Yes, that's me :)
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I HATE CODA BOWS!! They usually do not pair well with instruments. I even have a Luis and Clark cf cello and wouldnt play any synthetic bow on it. They just dont work very well on them. You might as well make aluminum bows!!