Getting the right violin can be a little hard these days with so many instruments to choose from in the market right now. There are so many cheap instruments being sold now over the Internet. You have probably heard some people saying that in order for you to be able to play well that you are going to need the most expensive violin that you can afford.
You might have also heard the same people saying that the cheap violins are no good at all. While it is true that the flood of low priced instruments over the Internet are comprised mostly of inferior violins that do not sound very well, that does not mean that you have to get the most expensive instrument that you can lay your hands on in order to be able make some good music. It is enough that you invest a reasonable amount into your musical instrument.
Of course if you can afford it, it would not hurt if you can get your self a Stradivarius. The violins made by Antonio Stradivari are some of the most expensive musical instruments in the world, they sell for millions of dollars. Another brand of violin that fetches unbelievably high amounts are those made by Giuseppe Guarneri which are known as del Gesu violins. But like I said, you need not buy these expensive instruments, here are some brands of violins that we can recommend to you for a more reasonable cost. You are not going to need a million dollars in order to purchase the instruments from these brands but you have to spend some serious money in order to get them.
Stentor- This is a good brand for violinists who are just starting out. This is the most commonly recommended brand of violins by violin teachers and shopowners. You can rarely find a better instrument when you are just a student. Stentor violins are rugged and can handle the inexperienced handling of students. They are also very affordable. The prices of their instruments range from around $175 to $245.
Scott Cao Keisler- If you are a student violinist who is ready for the next step in playing the instrument, this is the perfect violin for you. This instrument is so good even experienced violinists can use it. These instruments are made from the finest wood that Europe has to offer. You can choose two types of finish. You can get a Scott Cao Keisler violin for about $1600 which is a very good price to pay for an instrument with all the qualities that a Scott Cao violin has. This violin is also an excellent choice for a beginner with a large budget to spend.
Cremona- The great thing about this violin brand is that they offer a lot of options. Ranging from the low priced to the moderately priced models you will be able to find something to match your playing styles and needs. The prices of their violins range from $200 to $900.
These are just three of the best brands of violin that I can recommend for violin players from beginner to intermediate and even advanced. Even many of the world’s best violin players are unable to pay the extreme amounts required for a rad Strad violin. These options, especially the Scott Cao violins will last you many years of playing.