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Hi, I am going to be buying a violin/fiddle very soon, I have the money , But I dont know how to tell if what im buying is a piece of crap, or a quality instrument, there arent really any places that sell fiddles violins near me, and i was thinking ebay, but most of those are under 50$, hardly any more than that, is it because its a cheap instrument, are they just conveyor belt crap, how do You tell the difference?
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If you are taking lessons, I suggest getting your teacher to help you. Big mistake to go it alone. -
another idea
Post your question on a fiddler's forum. ( We mostly know street here, not so much classical music.)
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I agree that if you are going to have a teacher you should have them help you. (I worked in a music store for a few years and am a classical music student). True $50 is nowhere close to what you should pay. Anything less than $700 is questionable, but not always true. One thing to point out is that alot of people are trying to sell Chinese violins. These are not good! Avoid at all costs. Lewis makes a good entry level violin. It would really be best to go to a music store at least to see what you are looking for. Also, many stores have a rent to own that is a really a good idea for people looking to start. It is generally around $18 a month with most or all of your payments going tword the purchase price. If you decide you want to quit playing, you can usually return the instrument at no cost other than the rent payed. That is how the Colorado Market works and I'm sure it is similar in other states.
A good way to tell a true shit instrument is if it comes from the factory with the bridge not already secured to the instrument, with these you will always have problems.
Are you sure you don't have a music store near you? Maybe check with a local High School if they have a music program and see where they do buisness.
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Fiddle Forum Discussion
Check this out. It may help some. Click REFRESH if the site doesn't appear.Comment
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Fiddle Bridges.
Okay, I'm new to the forum, so forgive me for butting in (especially on an old thread). But a fiddle bridge should never be secured to the instrument. It's kept on the fiddle with string tension. If the bridge is glued down you might as well burn the friggin' thing. It's for crap.
Rent to own is the way to go until you know what you're doing.
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