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, but we always recommend that you consult with us, or your teacher before purchasing or renting.
At Fiddlershop we care a lot about how our instruments are set up for them to sound the best. Equally important to the instrument itself, is how your instruments fits you. If you play on the wrong size violin, it might lead to pain, fatigue and injury. It also makes it harder to play. Thus, we have put together this guide for you.
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SIZING FOR VIOLINS
How to measure for a violin:
Extend the arm fully, parallel to the floor. Measure from the neck to the middle of the palm. Watch our demo video for more exact directions. See chart for approximate sizing.
WATCH VIDEOSIZE OF VIOLIN | ARM MEASUREMENT | AGE OF STUDENT |
1/16 | 14" - 15.4" | 3 - 4 YRS |
1/10 | 15.5" - 17" | 4 - 5 YRS |
1/8 | 17.1" - 17.5" | 5 - 6 YRS |
1/4 | 17.6" - 20" | 6 - 7 YRS |
1/2 | 20.1" - 22" | 7 - 8 YRS |
3/4 | 22.1" - 23.5" | 9 - 11 YRS |
4/4 | 23.6"+ | 11 - 13+ YRS |
SIZING FOR VIOLAS
How to measure for a viola:
Extend the arm fully, parallel to the floor. Measure from the neck to the middle of the palm. Watch our video for more exact directions. See chart for approximate sizing.
WATCH VIDEOSIZE OF VIOLA | ARM MEASUREMENT | AGE OF STUDENT |
12" | 20.5" - 21.9” | 7-9 YRS |
13" | 22” - 23.4” | 9-11 YRS |
14" | 23.5” - 24.9” | 11-14 YRS |
15" | 25" -25.9” | 14+ YRS |
15.5" | 26" - 26.4” | 14+ YRS |
16" | 26.5" - 26.9” | 14+ YRS |
16.5" | 27”+ | 14+ YRS |
SIZING FOR CELLOS
How to measure for a cello:
Sit at the end of the chair with your feet flat on the floor. Lean the cello at a 45 degree angle against your body. The top of the cello body, should rest in the center of your chest. The C peg should be slightly behind your left ear. Make sure you can reach both ends of the fingerboard easily. See chart for approximate sizing by age.
SIZE OF CELLO | AGE OF STUDENT |
1/10 | 4 - 5 YRS |
1/8 | 5 - 6 YRS |
1/4 | 6 - 8 YRS |
1/2 | 8 - 10 YRS |
3/4 | 10 - 12 YRS |
4/4 | 12 - 13+ YRS |
SIZING FOR DOUBLE BASSES
How to measure for a double bass:
The 3/4 size double bass is the standard size for adults. 7/8 and 4/4 size basses are made, but less common. As a guideline, when you stand upright next to the bass, the bridge should be approximately at the same height as the large knuckles of your right hand. Most important is that you’re comfortable and can reach the higher registers without difficulty. See chart for approximate sizing by age.
SIZE OF BASS | AGE OF STUDENT |
1/16 | 3 - 4 YRS |
1/10 | 4 - 5 YRS |
1/8 | 5 - 7 YRS |
1/4 | 7 - 9 YRS |
1/2 | 9 - 13 YRS |
3/4 | 13+ YRS |
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Description
The Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe is simply a Fiddlerman Concert Violin on steroids! The upgraded boxwood fittings, together with a professional bridge and upgraded strings make this fantastic instrument reach its full potential.
The violin is constructed from hand-carved, beautifully figured spruce and maple tonewoods that has been aged for a minimum of 6 years. It's set up and tested by our professional luthiers in our Florida workshop and comes with a lifetime structural warranty and free lifetime adjustments.
Fittings: Boxwood
Bridge: Professional level Despiau Three Tree
Strings: Kaplan Amo or Thomastik Vision
Included Accessories
- High quality violin suspension case
- Fiddlerman carbon fiber violin bow
- Fiddlerman rosin
- Fiddlerman wood shoulder rest
- Ultra practice mute
- Fiddlershop polishing cloth
All accessories come with a standard one year warranty!
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Love this gorgeous instrument!
I have twins and my daughter needed to upgrade from a 3/4 size to full and we decided after reading and watching the demonstration of the Artist violin that we would order that one. We liked it so much, the sound mostly, that we decided to upgrade my son's violin too, even though he already was playing a full sized student model as there was no comparison in the sound of the two instruments. He decided he wanted a different one from his sister's so we chose the Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe. It is a gorgeous instrument...so pretty! The sound quality is a bit different than the Artist, maybe a bit warmer?, but the kids played each other's instruments and they decided to trade and he took the Artist and she LOVES the Concert Deluxe! We are very happy with our purchases and the boost it's given them each to practice a bit more! I highly recommend purchasing from Fiddlershop!!!

Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe Violin Outfit
Over all I think this was a good purchase I'm a beginner and I'm still just learning how to hold and play as well as read the notes the hardest thing I've really had to deal with is just making sure the bow is tight enough and applying the rosin using the supplied rosin just not sure the bow is getting enough on it as the rosin just doesn't seem to be wearing much. Glad I purchased this thru Fiddlerman I attempted to get one first thru another provider and it arrived broken my Fiddlerman was shipped during a hurricane and it arrived in great condition. Yes can definitely say it's a challenge but am enjoying it. A Thank you to all at Fiddlerman.
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First of all, gotta give props to support for quick response and fast delivery. But DAMN, the sound is amazing. It's very rich and resonant, and easy on the ears. Considering that you get the extra accessories too, the price is a serious steal. This thing is seriously a mile and a half above other violins at this price range.
Review of Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe Outfit and Online Purchase and Shipping
My current violin is a warm violin, and fiddle music and more cheery happy-go-lucky songs sound a tad too dark or warm to my thinking. I decided to purchase the Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe Violin Outfit. The purchase was a great experience. I got a lot of help from Fiddlershop, without being pushed. My violin outfit was assembled. Pierre made me a video where he displayed the violin and played it for me to make sure it was correct. It was lovely and I responded with a go ahead. The packaging of this violin, which is something that concerned me, was fantastic. There was a cardboard bridge protector over the bridge area. The violin was in a soft Fiddlershop drawstring bag. The bag with violin was secured in the violin holder section of the case and strapped at the neck. All the accessories that came with the violin were in the accessory compartment. Nothing was missing. The checklist that was used by the team was included, also. The violin was inside a soft cloth bag with cardboard protecting the bridge, secured in the case with the accessories. The case was then put inside a sturdy box and packed tightly with light brown paper all around. Everything was perfect when it arrived. The Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe Violin is beautiful. It has a wonderful finish. It is obviously very well made. I love the sound. It is brighter than my warm violin, but not piercing. To my ears, a lot of bright violins can sound cheap and hollow, I had one before my current warm violin. This Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe has a full sound. I absolutely love it. It is easy to play. The fiddle songs and happy-go-lucky songs sound much nicer on this violin, than my warmer violin. COMPARISON TO MY PAST AND CURRENT VIOLINS Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe vs Revelle 500QX (I no longer have this violin): My first violin, was a Revelle 50QX. It was a nice violin. But, it ended out beginning to sound too bright and I no longer have it. It cost me a little more than my Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe. Both violins have a great quality build, but I have to say my Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe might have an edge over my former Revelle 500QX. The Revelle did cost me more than I spent on my Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe, so the build of the Fiddlershop Concert Deluxe being of equal or of slightly better quality than the Revelle 500QX comparison was a bit of a surprise. Upon receiving my Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe and playing it, I realized the Revelle did not sound as full as this Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe sounds. The Revelle, as I recall, seemed echoey, The Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe has wonderful a nice full bright sound. Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe vs Rudoulf Doetsch: The purpose of the Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe was to get a quality bright violin for fiddling and happy-go-lucky songs. My Rudoulf Doetsch is a warm sounding violin. I was successful. The tone character was expected to be different. I played the “Going to Boston” on both violins. The same song had a slightly different tone on each. On the Rudoulf Doetsch, it was warmer than on the Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe. It sounded nice, but, to me, was not fiddle music sound. Kind of drags it down, mood wise. When I played it on my new Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe violin, the mood changed. It was a happy light song that demanded to be played as such. Even though the Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe is bright, the Fiddlerman Concert Deluxe, still has the full sound. Not a hollow squeaky bright.
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Refund Policy
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you may return most items within 45 days of delivery (unless otherwise specified) for a refund of the original purchase amount (shipping charges are not refundable). In order to get a full product refund, returned items must be in the original packaging and condition - showing no signs of wear or abuse, and be complete with all included materials such as cases, straps, strings, care kits, and any other materials that originally shipped with the product(s).
We recommend using a reliable carrier and insuring your package when returning your item(s). Fiddlershop is not responsible for shipping damages on returns. We require returns of finer violins ($1000 and up) to ship via FedEx. We can provide a label and deduct the cost from the refund due (The average cost to send a violin in the continental US for us is $25, whereas for a customer walking into a FedEx store, the cost can be over $100).
All returned items are processed on the Friday of the week they arrive. Unless there's a problem with your product, you will be responsible for return shipping costs. If the returned item shows signs of wear or don't meet our return-requirements, it may be refused. We issue refunds only in the same form of payment you used to make your purchase.
***If your instrument included a certificate of authenticity and it is not returned with the instrument, you will be charged a $150 replacement fee.***
Exchange Policy
If an item arrives broken or with a manufacturer's defect, we will fix, replace or credit you for the item(s) - free of charge. Please call us within 14 days of receiving your item(s) for these claims. If an item breaks/malfunctions within the warranty period, we will also replace/exchange the item at no cost to you! We'll completely cover shipping/handling both ways (excludes international shipments).
Non-Returnable Items
We do not give refunds for the following items if opened or used: cleaners, polishes, rosin, strings, polishing cloths and cleaning kits. We may exchange these items for free, however, if applicable. Returned merchandise with damages, broken parts, or that are otherwise considered non-sellable are non-returnable.
International Returns
Internationally shipped items can only be returned/refunded on a case-by-case basis. If an item is returned and is in resell-able condition, we will refund the cost of the item. Refund of shipping fees is only possible in a situation where we are at fault (e.g. we shipped to an address other than the given address).
How to Return an Item
- Email us (support@fiddlershop.com) your order number and list which product(s) you are returning.
- Wait for us to contact you and go over the return.
- Ship the package back to us via a reliable carrier. We recommend insuring the package to be safe. In some cases we will provide a return label.
Refusal of Delivery
If you refuse a delivery, miss your delivery appointment(s), provide an inaccurate/non-deliverable address, it is considered Refusal of Delivery. If an item is refused upon delivery for any reason other than showing obvious signs of damage, you are responsible for both outgoing and return shipping cost.