How to set up a violin for the first time step by step

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1. Setting up the violin
0:03 How to install the bridge
0:51 How to turn the pegs
1:30 How to tune the violin
3:57 How to put on the shoulder rest

2. Preparing the bow
4:40 What to do with broken bow hair
4:58 How to tighten the bow
5:24 How to rosin the bow
6:34 How to wipe the rosin dust

3. Troubleshooting
7:30 How to put on a new string - My string broke!
8:43 How to soften the pegs - My pegs that are stuck or slippery!
9:23 How to soften the fine tuners - I have a hard time turning my fine tuners!
9:53 How to find the right shoulder rest - My shoulder rest is uncomfortable!
11:42 What to do when the sound post falls off - My sound post collapsed!


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1. Strings
(Below links are for ball end strings for 4/4 size violins)

- Budget: Cecilio ([ Ссылка ])
I have used this set find the sound decent enough for the price.

- Solid: Dominant ([ Ссылка ])
Dominant is very well made and tends to be the go-to for most serious students. The E string tends to be a bit harsh, so I recommend a set that includes a nicer E string, such as this one.

- Professional: Evah Pirrazi ([ Ссылка ])
This is the one I use and is concert stage quality.

2. Peg compound
- Hill The Original Peg Compound ([ Ссылка ])
This one works very well and is easy to carry around in your case.

- Chalk: white chalk ([ Ссылка ])
Chalk is recommended by many of the top luthiers. Any regular chalk should do its trick. Some people use soap too, but make sure it’s not wet!


3. Shoulder rests (The links below are for 4/4 size violins):
- Everest - non-collapsible ([ Ссылка ])
This is the one I use now and find it exceptionally well made. That said, everyone’s body is different, so you may need to try out a few different ones before finding THE ONE. Just remember that bigger price tag doesn’t mean more comfort when it comes to shoulder rests.

- Kun (for tiny shoulders - purple) ([ Ссылка ])
Everest doesn’t come in 1/16 size, so Kun would be an equivalent rest.

- Play On Air (foam shoulder rest-like alternative) ([ Ссылка ])
I find Play On Air to be the best cushy alternative in case you can’t find foam around you.

- Foam sheet ([ Ссылка ])
Beginning students sometimes don’t like the hard, cold feeling of the chin rest. Foam sheets are soft to the touch and has the grip necessary to stay in place, so much better than the commercial chin rest covers made out of cloth.


4. Rosins
(The difference in quality is seldom noticeable. Bernardel, Hill, Pirastro, Jade, etc. are all trusted brands at a similar price range. Most cheap rosins that come with the violin as a bundle tend to work just fine. Here are some recommendations though for those that are looking for specific picks)

- Solid/professional: Bernardel ([ Ссылка ])
This is the one I use and highly recommend it for smooth sound with a grip.

- Budget: Super Sensitive ([ Ссылка ])
Note that I haven’t used this one myself but have known the brand as a solid budget option and wanted to mention for those looking for an ultra cheap rosin.


5. Hypoallergenic rosins
- Larsen ([ Ссылка ])
I used to have severe allergies, and this was a good one that is formulated for the sensitive folks in mind. If you don’t have allergies, go for the cheaper options, such as the brands listed above.


6. Wipe cloth and alcohol wipes
- Microfiber cloth for wiping your violins ([ Ссылка ])
Here is a link, but any lint-free cloth will do
- Alcohol wipes for cleaning the strings ([ Ссылка ])
This is a very convenient option, but you can also just use any rubbing alcohol with tissue or cloth.


7. Tuners

Free Tuner App (Soundcorset)
Although these are wonderfully accessible, and even better, free, note that the tuner is not as reliable as the dedicated hardware. I recommend the app just to get started, but as you start your lessons, consider buying a real tuner, such as the one below

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iOS:
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Tuner/Metronome: Korg TM60BK ([ Ссылка ])
I use this one primarily as a metronome, and love that it’s combined with the tuner.

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