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Carbon Fiber Violin Bow 4/4
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Brand | Fiddlerman |
Size | 4/4 |
Color | black |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 29 x 0.5 x 1 inches |
Top Material Type | Carbon Fiber |
Back Material Type | Carbon Fiber |
Finish Type | Powder Coated |
Instrument | Violin |
Item Weight | 60 Grams |
Number of Strings | 4 |
About this item
- HIGH QUALITY & HAND-MADE: Professional quality arch for exceptional action and rebound. High carbon composite hollow stick delivering superior resonance and balance.
- MADE TO LAST: Unaffected by humidity and temperature fluctuation - excellent for traveling musicians.
- TOP TIER MATERIALS: Made with quality Siberian horsehair & durable cowhide leather wrap. Quality ebony frog delivers excellent vibration transfer from hair.
- PLAYABILITY: Great Balance and Weight Distribution for comfortability and Nice Arch with Good Bounce and Action for Playability.
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Product information
Item Weight | 2.12 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 29 x 0.5 x 1 inches |
ASIN | B00K0NZQHY |
Item model number | Fid-8826 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,694 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #6 in Violin Bows |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 29, 2014 |
Back Material | Carbon Fiber |
Color Name | black |
Compatible Devices | violin, fiddle |
Top Material | Carbon Fiber |
Number of Strings | 4 |
Material Type | carbon fiber, nickel plating, siberian horse hair, mother of pearl |
Size | 4/4 |
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Fiddlerman Carbon Fiber Violin Bow
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Product Description
We have tested hundreds of affordable violin bows and chosen this as our favorite. In our opinion, much better than any inexpensive Pernambuco violin bow! Weight is approximately 60 grams. This Black Fiddlerman Carbon Fiber Violin Bow is manufactured to replicate the perfect weight and curve of an expensive Pernambuco wood bow. If you're spending less than four times this amount on a bow, we recommend you go with a Fiddlerman Carbon Fiber Bow. Anything short of a quality wood bow will most likely not give you the right weight distribution or curve. We prefer this bow over the Presto Violin Bows. Many times better than the lasalle violin bows, of course. Perfect violin bow upgrade if you have purchased a Kremona, Stentor, Mendini, or Cecilio outfit. High quality hand made Fiddlerman carbon fiber composite violin bow. Nicely decorated copper mounted ebony frog. Quality Mongolian horse hair. Great balance. Very nice arch with good bounce and action. Rosin has never touched this bow. Use your own favorite violin rosin. Full size violin bow 4/4 Fiddlerman Carbon Fiber Violin Bow Black Violin Bow.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
For beginners | 4.5 | 3.7 | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Value for money | — | 3.4 | — | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Hair quality | 4.2 | 3.0 | — | 3.6 | — | — |
Craftsmanship | 4.2 | 3.3 | — | 4.2 | — | — |
Sold By | FiddlerShop | Mt-Romance | D Z Strad | WinsterBow-US | Kmise-US-Store | Kmise-US-Store |
instrument | Violin | Violin, Viola, Cello, Fiddle | Violin | Cello | Violin | Violin |
size | 4/4 | Carbon bow 4/4 full size | Full Size -4/4 | Violin bow 4/4 | 4/4 | 4/4 |
number of strings | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
operation mode | — | Manual | Manual | — | — | Manual |
top material | Carbon Fiber | horsehair | Carbon Fiber | Ebony | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
back material | Carbon Fiber | AAA Mongolian Horse Hair | Wood, Carbon Fiber | Wood | Carbon Fiber | Wood |
string material | — | carbon fiber | — | Nickel | Nylon | Nylon |
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Customers like the weight, sound quality, quality and balance of the violin bow. For example, they mention that it's well balanced, has a proper camber and that it sings beautifully. Some appreciate the appearance of the bow, mentioning that it looks fine.
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Customers like the quality of the bow. They say it looks like a quality bow, is a big step up in quality and refinement, and is good for a young player. The frog, grip pad, and winding are well-made, and the construction is very solid. The bow has no weak spots and holds up to serious humidity. Customers also mention that it's an incredibly powerful tool for navigating that instrument.
"...But found it I did, and I couldn't be happier with this. It's a very good bow." Read more
"...No. It is priced and manufactured very appropriately for a beginner to intermediate player. It produces a very clear tone and is decently balanced...." Read more
"...so I thought that the fiddlerman bow was definitely a big step up in quality and refinement compared to the old glasser carbon fiber...." Read more
"...Update: No problems at all -- the bow held up to serious humidity and relatively damp late-night playing throughout a festival weekend...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the stringed instruments. For example, they say the bow itself is attractive, looks fine, and is well-haired. Customers also mention that the bow box was very nice and the frog is very sexy looking. They say the case has a built-in hygrometer and the mother of pear inlay adds a nice touch. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and quality of the product.
"...In short, it's a dream to use, and before I knew it, a half hour had passed with me just jamming on the violin...." Read more
"...an affordable quality bow and I believe this one is a very reasonable selection for a beginner such as myself...." Read more
"...The bow was shipped to me in a bow box in a paper envelop. The bow box was very nice, but damaged during the transportation...." Read more
"...For the price; and it's playability; it's just a great bow to keep as a backup. Again; does not play like my codabow Diamond GX?..." Read more
Customers find the value of the bow to be astonishingly good for the money. They say the quality is very good, and it is much cheaper than what it would cost to replace their good bow. Customers also mention that it plays nicely considering the price, and is an easy upgrade to any starter violins. They also say it's the best bow on the market, and a very good backup bow.
"...Well, it's pretty darned good and there is nothing oversold about this bow. It's balanced. it's agile...." Read more
"...is an excellent option for those of us in need of a workhorse for a low price. And did I mention it comes with a warranty?" Read more
"...I think the bow is worthy of the price and recommend it for most beginners. It surely is better than the bows come with these cheap priced violins." Read more
"...This new bow is impressive for the price, however. It is weighted well, nicely balanced, and responsive. I will buy it again if needed." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the stringed instruments. For example, they mention the tone quality is every bit as good as that produced by $500 bows on slow tunes, it sings beautifully, and the difference can be both felt and heard. The fluidity of the tone across the whole hair length makes it easy to pull a nice strong tone. That said, some appreciate the less bow hiss and better handling.
"...It produces a very clear tone and is decently balanced...." Read more
"...I am using it with an electric violin by Kennedy and it works and sounds just fine and better than the wooden bow came with it...." Read more
"...It sounds great and at the price point is my favorite bow...." Read more
"...This bow had less bow hiss, and better handling. While a good bite could be gotten from either bow, it was easier with this bow...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the stringed instruments. They say it's well-balanced, and the weight and balance are excellent for accurate string crossing. Some mention that the bow is light, bouncy yet powerful.
"...It's balanced. it's agile. The weight is appropriate and drawing it is effortless...." Read more
"...This new bow is impressive for the price, however. It is weighted well, nicely balanced, and responsive. I will buy it again if needed." Read more
"This is a lightweight bow is easy to use for longer gigs...." Read more
"I really like the weight and balance of this bow...." Read more
Customers find the balance of the stringed instruments bow to be better than other bows. They mention that it's well-balanced, has a higher balance point than beginner bows, and the hairs are fuller, more evenly distributed, and more securely anchored to the stick. Customers also say the bow is consistent and not as much affected by vibrations.
"...It's balanced. it's agile. The weight is appropriate and drawing it is effortless...." Read more
"...It produces a very clear tone and is decently balanced...." Read more
"...the feeling as a wooden bow especially during fast movement, it has good balance and solid grapping of the string...." Read more
"...The balance was ok; the hair quality wasn't bad; and it was playable without too much problem...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the comfort of the stringed instruments. They mention that it has a very smooth feel on strings, and it feels natural to hold. They also appreciate the balanced feel and the feel of the vibrations of the strings. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It has pretty good feel of the string vibrations, but then I don't like a bow which is too sensitive in its feeling...." Read more
"...I’m not an expert on bows but I can say it feels natural to hold and the sound is good. I think the quality for the price is very good...." Read more
"...The grip is comfortable, and the balance is perfect." Read more
"...Carbon Fiber bow, on the other hand, is much lighter, and feels nicely balanced in my hand...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the hair loss of the stringed instruments. For example, they mention that they lose at least one hair every time they play. Some say that the bow loses so much hair that about 50% of the hairs came off. That said, some complain that the hair is all over the place and that it loses quite a few hairs breaking in.
"...It was breaking down and half the hair was missing so I went looking for an affordable alternative...." Read more
"...Really the ONLY issue I have with this bow is that I'm losing at least one hair every time I play...." Read more
"...to have the same frog and endpin, similar winding, but the bow and hair are not the same...." Read more
"...Also, my bow has noticeable less hair in the middle compared to the outer edges, but I don't think it has affected my playing...." Read more
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This was intended to replace a bow that came with a student outfit (Stentor II). The Stentor bow was...ok, I guess, but it just didn't have a balanced feel to it, which wasn't a surprise.
I think the packaging bears mention, though there is a fine line mentioning that in an Amazon review. I was disappointed that it was only secured in the box with some crumpled up paper. The bow was rattling about in the box some, but fortunately this is a strong bow (how strong? Check out Fiddlerman's video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOjs84ShSp0) and it didn't seem the worse for wear. Still, I'd prefer that it were packed a little more securely.
The bow I received was a little different than the photos...the "Fiddlerman" name is simply engraved, no gold to it or anything. However, it was in good shape. I have to say, when I picked it up it seemed much lighter than the bow it was replacing, so much so that I had to weigh it. Nope, came in right around 60 grams. That's what proper balance is going to get you...the bow is going to feel much lighter than it actually is. I found it quite easy to hold with no pinkie strain at all.
I decided to go dark rosin with this bow, and though the hair was not pre-rosined (really, thanks Fiddlerman for that...I like to be able to pick my own rosin) it only took me about five minutes to get it all set up. And then, heart in my mouth, I drew some notes.
Wow.
In the back of my mind throughout this process, I confess to thinking "how good can this thing *really* be?" Had I fallen for a gimmick and cheap marketing talk? Am I doomed to wander the Earth forever in search of a decent, reasonably priced bow? Well, it's pretty darned good and there is nothing oversold about this bow. It's balanced. it's agile. The weight is appropriate and drawing it is effortless. In short, it's a dream to use, and before I knew it, a half hour had passed with me just jamming on the violin. That's when I knew I could not give this to my kid.
Or at least...I'd have to get another one. After all, if you're going to learn, why not learn with a great bow?
I don't know how I found this bow. Honestly I am a bit of a traditionalist when it comes to these things and wasn't looking for a bow made of space-age materials. But found it I did, and I couldn't be happier with this. It's a very good bow.
The bow was shipped to me in a bow box in a paper envelop. The bow box was very nice, but damaged during the transportation. Otherwise I could keep it for future usage. The bow hair could not be fully relaxed. I unscrew it to the maxim and it still keeps some tension and maintains the bow in some angle. Giving it is a Carbon Fiber one I will not worry it would distort the shape of the bow, but it will not be right for a wooden one.
For the price of $60, what else should I expect or complain? I think the bow is worthy of the price and recommend it for most beginners. It surely is better than the bows come with these cheap priced violins.