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Buying a violin rest can be far more difficult than many players first imagine. These rests come in a huge variety of different shapes and sizes, each offering their unique benefits. This article is designed to provide the reader with a few tips to bear in mind when shopping for a violin shoulder rest.
Broadly speaking there are two types of violin rests, soft rests and rigid rests. Soft rests have only been introduced recently. These are created using soft materials such as foam or sponges, manufacturers' work these into a bladder shape which can be used adjust by controlling the amount of air contained within them. Unlike their rigid counterparts, soft shoulder rests don't lock the player into a particular position, they are far more flexible and comfortable to use. If there is own drawback to using this type of shoulder rest it would its tendency to affect the tone of the violin being played, many violinists claim that the tone is dampened by the soft material is pressed up against the instrument.
Alternatively you could look at purchasing a rigid violin rest, these are much sturdier than the aforementioned lines and they ensure the correct posture is maintained at all times. The right rigid shoulder rest can really maximise your playing and ensure you really are accessing your true potential by ensuring you play in the optimum position. Unfortunately finding the right rigid rest is rather difficult; there are a huge variety of different brands out there, each with slightly different measurements and shapes. Players who are interested in purchasing a rigid shoulder rest should be prepared to conduct a lot of research beforehand.
As a general rule, Kun shoulder rests tend to suit most players bodies quite well. Kun rests are the industry standard and can be purchased for less than £30. If you're much taller than average you may wish to consider purchasing a Wolf shoulder rest, these usually facilitate the needs of much longer bodies and taller players generally find them the most comfortable.
In conclusion, players who value comfort above all else should definitely take a look at soft rests. If you are dedicated to achieving the best sound and maximising your potential then you may be more suited to a rigid rests. Players should bear in mind the violin rests aren't a necessity, in fact, some teachers advise against them because they are a fairly recent invention and weren't utilized by many classical violinists.
I hope this article helps you find the perfect violin shoulder rest. If you would like to learn about finding great cheap guitars please visit Ed's Music Articles.
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