
Buying Guides
The Accessories Every Violinist Needs
Apart from a quality violin, a violin bow, and a hard violin case, here's a guide to the must-have accessories that will elevate your playing experience.

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Choosing The Right Strings
This article will give you some knowledge about strings so you can find what works best for you and your instrument.

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Cases That Fit a Bon Musica Shoulder Rest
One of the most beloved shoulder rests on the market is the unmistakable Bon Musica. It's curvy! It's comfy! It bends to fit even the boniest of shoulders! Unfortunately, it's also ENORMOUS! But ne...

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Make your Viola a Chin-Cello
We are happy to announce that any viola purchased from our shop can be converted into a chin-cello. And if you already own a viola, we'll show you how you can convert it into a chin cello.

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How to Buy a Violin (Beginner's Guide)
We have put together a list of some great things to consider when buying your first beginner violin. Some of the tips might be very obvious; like shopping from a place that offers free shipping and...

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What Is A Setup And Why Is It So Important?
Setup is the final step in the process of making string instruments. Our professional luthiers handcraft setups for every instrument leaving the workshop at Fiddlershop. A few key factors we adjust...

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How To Buy Your First Cello
When it comes to buying string instruments, it is certainly a jungle out there. What should you be aware of when buying your first cello? Fiddlerman answers a few of our questions.

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The Ultimate Sizing Guide for String Instruments
This sizing guide is intended to give you a good idea of what instrument size you or your student should look for. Please consider that this guide is based on our best estimates, and we always reco...

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Fiddlerman’s 8 Tips When Buying Your First Violin
Buying your first violin can be exciting. But with so many factors to juggle, many first time buyers end up with an instrument that doesn’t meet their needs, making it harder to learn. Fiddlerman h...