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What accessories does a violinist need?

Violin accessories fall into two categories: consumables and durables. Consumables are the essentials you’ll replace routinely, such as violin strings, rosin, cleaning cloths, and humidity control products. Durables are longer-lasting accessories that improve your quality of life, such as a case, clip-on tuner, chinrest, shoulder rest, bow, and performance chair.

How do I care for my violin?

Check out Sweetwater’s violin care and maintenance guide for tips on maintaining your bow, strings, and instrument between playing sessions.

What do the different violin sizes mean?

Violin size refers to the body length of the instrument (excluding neck and scroll), expressed as a fraction of a full-size 4/4 violin. Students typically start on smaller sizes (1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, or 7/8) before graduating to full size. That said, smaller sizes aren’t just for students. Renowned Dutch violinist Berent Korfker has played a 347mm (7/8) 1702 Stradivari since 1998. It all comes down to what feels right in your hands. For a full sizing breakdown, see our guide, “What Size String Instrument Do You Need?”

How do I stop my violin from squeaking?

Violin squeak is common, but it’s avoidable with practice. Try these tips from our violin experts:

  • Keep your bow perpendicular to the strings
  • Apply even bowing pressure: more at the tip, less at the frog
  • Maintain a steady bowing speed
  • Aim for smooth bow-direction changes
  • Keep your bow and bow hair in good condition
  • Use the right amount of rosin: not too much, not too little

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What are the most popular brands for Violins on Sweetwater.com?


What are the most popular Violins on Sweetwater.com?


  1. Revelle REV25 Student Violin Outfit - 4/4 Size

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