11/14/2013

How To Choose Violin Chinrest Styles

By Katrina Wheeler


There are a lot of different violin chinrest styles out there. The majority of them fit into two main categories, though. There are the chin rests that go past the tailpiece to be mounted under the button, and there are the chin rests that are mounted on the side but don't extend past the tailpiece.

These chin rests exist in a lot of different sizes, shapes and materials. They can be called Guarneri, Hill, Strad, Flesch, Wittner, Tekka or Dresdren. Some even have lips that can fit the jaw shape of the violinist, while others seem to have an appearance that is more flat.

It is hard to decide which model would be the best one for you to get, though. This is because everybody is different. While one violinist might find a certain chinrest exceedingly comfortable, another one might not like its fit at all. So, the minute you realize that you aren't comfortable with your violin's chinrest, make it a point to visit an instrument store nearby and try out different ones. This would be a much better idea than asking other violinists which ones to get and following their advice.

The best stores to visit for this are the ones with a wide range of products available. This way, there won't be a need for you to visit a lot of different stores for the trials. You'll just have to go to one and try all of the available models out there.

If you have already tried out every possible model out there, but still can't find the perfect one that will give you the utmost comfort, then you might just want to add some extra padding instead. There are products out there that provide protective cushioned layers called gel rests. Fortunately, these products are easy to find nowadays.

This cushion comes in different shapes, too. However, what really makes it stand out is the fact that it is made out of a hypoallergenic gel, which won't irritate the skin and which fits perfectly over the rest's wood as needed. If you have a tall neck, then you will be happy to hear that they also provide separate gel toppers to make violin-playing even more comfortable for you. These products usually have double layers for the utmost comfort.

This product comes with all sorts of different advantages. For starters, its cushioning reduces skin irritation from the actual chin rest. Secondly, it will not slip when it is hot and when sweating abounds. Thirdly, it will help the neck support the instrument through the friction provided between the gel and the neck. Lastly, the cushion tends to be more forgiving overall in terms of the neck and is usually much more comfortable for violinists, as well.

While it is vital to check out different violin chinrest styles in today's market, it would also be vital to check out their overall fit. It would also be vital to check out the shoulder rest at the same time. After all, the shoulder rest's design will influence the necessary traits in a matching chin rest, thus ensuring that they produce a secure fit in the end.




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