
Care & Maintenance
What is an Open Seam?
Open seams are a relatively common occurrence for instruments in the violin family. This article answers some of the most frequently asked questions.

Educational
Holstein Violins - Traditional, Workshop, and Bench
What is the difference between the three levels of Holstein violins?

Buying Guides
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.

Educational
What is a Bridge Protector?
If you play violin, viola or cello then you may have noticed this added feature on your bridge.

Educational
String Players' Extreme Weather Survival Guide
Being a musician is a journey that can be stressful, for instance making sure that the music is prepared, and that the musicianship is at a high level at all times. The topic that musicians silentl...

Educational
Anatomy of the Violin and the Bow
If you are a current violinist or interested in learning how to play the violin, knowing all of the parts associated with the instrument is usually the first thing to learn. To know the anatomy of ...

Buying Guides
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.

Educational
Why is This Violin Better Than That One?
One of the questions we are asked a lot here at Fiddlershop is “why is this violin better than that one?” And while there are usually some succinct answers, I’d like to encourage you to think about...

Buying Guides
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.