Bethany D.
I’m a music teacher who wanted to branch into violin! Instrument seems well made, great option even with my budget.
Francene B.
She loves it and was named to the Altoona City Elementary Honors Orchestra with the violin I purchased.
Robert S.
Great beginner violin. A little tricky to tune but likely my own fault. Sounds good and feels good. It's a good size for an adult.
Ryan H.
Great fiddle for the price, comes with everything you need to get you started and sounds awesome!
Michael S.
This violin is beautiful and the price has enabled me to begin learning to play such a fine instrument. I'm 62 and retired. One day I hope to play for my family and friends.
theresa w.
The violin is excellent! Quality is more than I expected. The case is wonderful. I will not worry about my grandson damaging it when carrying it.
MD K.
Its a violin for pretty cheap so nothing to say. But the instrument could've been pre-assembled. It's not assembled and I don't know how to or where to get it working. So I can't play the instrument unfortunately. Was looking for to it. :(
Mary N.
Very reasonable. I ordered three for our school. Have only unpackaged one, but all looks well.
Delivery was prompt.
Katharine
I ordered this because I needed something quick for my 9 year daughter’s pandemic zoom music class. It fit her pretty well, and I was pleasantly surprised with getting a violin for a really reasonable price. I have no musical background, so I can’t really judge the quality.
Julia
Amazing value and product for my daughter who is a beginner . The violin is gorgeous in design and comes with additional items . My daughters school was charging $50 to rent for the school year and now we have a brand new violin for $5 more !!!
Can’t beat this price anywhere !!!
BluKnight
Gift for my Granddaughter she’s 4-1/2 She Loves it. It feel of good Quality Looks awesome. Sound I gave 4 Stars because I don’t know if it need to be tuned. Her Dad plays Guitar, Harmonica. My Granddaughter plays her Guitar she can play cords hope she stays with it. She was so happy when she opened that Violin
Kristy
It's not perfect. It's a cheap learner. But it is very thoughtfully put together. Up close there are minor cosmetics flaws, but so what. I'm very satisfied. It came with extras strings and bridge. It includes everything you need. The minor flaws seem to be from mass production. I'd say the case is pretty good. Strings could be better. But they are cheap to replace.
matthew
i girl was very hesitant to purchase this violin because many people said it does not stay in tune. It does stay in tune very well. I went a week without playing it and the strings were only a teensy tiny bit flat the next time I tuned and played it. It's a great violin not just for beginners but for anyone who loves to play
Ap
Some violins cost hundreds, even thousands. My niece is only 13 so there's no way that I'm spending that much on an instrument, especially since she's just a beginner. This is the perfect price point for a beginner violin and it is made of very good quality. You honestly can't even tell from the naked eye that this violin only cost less than $100. If you want to get started learning and playing violin, this is the perfect starting product for you.
speedybee
This is an amazing violin for the price! The tone is clear and loud, craftsmanship beautifully done, and an excellent case. I was worried about setting the bridge and tuning it, so watched a few different YouTube videos and had no trouble. Downloaded a tuning app on my phone and that was it. Been having fun trying to re-learn how to play. I like the inlay for finger placement. Very helpful. Remember when we had little strips of tape to mark them! I highly recommend this violin.
Momma
I got this violin for my kids. They both show interest and music and I have been trying to introduce them to different instruments. They have really loved this violin. I thought it was a great price as I don’t want to spend too much on their first one in case it isn’t the instrument for them. After using it though I think it will be a great one to start taking lessons with, it’s perfect for beginners. The size is just right. What makes this violin great for beginners is the imprinted finger guide. This helps them to quickly find the position for their fingers and form a good muscle memory of them. It is well made, all made by hand. It has a maple wood neck and all surfaces are nice and smooth. It looks and sounds beautiful.
Jennie
Our son decided he'd like to play violin. We got this for him to learn with so we aren't out a lot of money if he decides it isn't his thing. My mom unpacked it, put strings and all on. Sounds good out of the box but can't keep tuned yet as the strings aren't stretched properly. My mom said it sounds great (she has played violin for many years).
Keris
I have wanted a violin for so many years. I finally gave in and bought this one. I'm so happy and excited about my purchase. I feel like a kid with a new toy. I'm lucky enough to have a friend that is in a band. They dont have violins, but they do have guitars, so they were able to help me to get started with this. I have a lot of learning to do with this. It is so light weight, so holding it for a long time will not be an issue at all. The quality is just so amazingly well. This was easy to set up to start using it. The case is even beautiful and very protective of the violin. I have been saving videos on line teaching how to play this and for beginners like me. So now when I get stuck in the house, I will be learning to play the violin. Yippy, exciting!
Tom
Quality of this violin is excellent craftsmanship for a beginner. I’m 65 and my father who has passed was a wonderful musician who played multiple instruments. One was the violin. I remember falling asleep to his nightly playing. Music followed into my genes as well singing in opera and musicals. I bought this for my two grandsons hoping they might have an interest in learning an instrument. I have several things I play like my father it gives me alone time to enjoy. I am well versed in the quality of instruments and I found this violin to be well built with proper thickness and weight. Value was on par for a beginner violin. I also bought a guitar for them to learn both. I suggested they watch various YouTube videos on the different styles and sounds each can make. And the importance of learning the basics so they can develop into a style they prefer. Lesson for both will start in the spring as I hope this virus calms down. Definitely recommended for music is the international voice of the world.
David
My son would like to learn violin and I fully support him. I was searching for a good violin set at local musical stores, but didn't find anything we like. Then I was able to find this violin set from the Internet. The price is very reasonable. It had very fast delivery and the violin set was intact when I received it at home. The whole set has everything we needed for my son to learn. It has a nice hollow wooden body with attractive colour. The case is very convenient for my son to carry it. I learned violin when I was a child. When I tried and played it, I love the sound of this violin. I would recommend this violin to other parents if their children want to learn to play violin.
Rong
Wanting to cultivate children's musical literacy, the daughter chose the violin and guitar by herself. I bought this entry-level violin and let her learn.
After unpacking, I tried to pull it but there was no sound, only to realize that it took several steps to make the sound of the violin.
The violin is equipped with a shoulder rest and a fine-tuner. It also has rosin, and the violin case is also very meticulous. It looks very nice, the overall color is even and it looks very advanced.
High-cost performance, recommend to friends who are interested.
John X.
It's a great buy for beginner at this price, the size is very fit for my 10 years old kid who just starting play violin at school and the sound is nice, I should admit the sound is not as beautiful as those big brand violin from local store but that will cost over 600 or more! so for beginner who want to have a try before make big investment, this violin is really a good choice for them to start. so far my kid play this violin over 1 month and she like it.
Tim
I was looking for a violin for my daughter and did not want to spend too much in case she does not enjoy it. The price for this model seemed quite reasonable so I thought we would give it a shot.
I was impressed at the quality for the price. The part that impressed me most was actually the case. It is a hard case with soft lining that will protect the instrument well. The price of a similar case alone at local music shops would cost as much as this entire package with violin. I appreciate that the kit came with everything we need to get started and we did not have to run off to the store to purchase anything.
Having never tuned a violin before, I had to turn to a YouTube video help (and a free tuning app on my phone), but it was not too bad and now my daughter is successfully off on her violin adventure.
Ferrari s.
When the violin was at my door, I noticed that the packaging was nice and carefully packed and did no damage to the instrument at all. The case has a big pocket on the side, which to me is very useful so I can put my sheet music along with my violin. The zipper was surprisingly very smooth when opening, unlike my previous violin case that has a zipper that kept getting stuck. The violin’s color stands out a lot to me. I noticed that this violin’s color looks very natural and has a smooth and glossy surface, making it look very professional. The most important thing that made me love this violin is the pegs. When I was tuning this, the pegs moved smoothly and it wasn’t hard at all to tune, unlike the one I had before that makes my fingers hurt when I try to turn the pegs. The fine tuners also didn’t hurt my fingers while I was tuning. The bow looks very natural as well. There are TWO provided bows. I lent my friend the second extra bow because they needed one to borrow, and they told me that the bow is unique both in quality and appearance. I can tell that the hair of the bow is very sturdy. They even provided rosin and TWO bridges for the violin. They also provided extra strings for me to use, which I find very thoughtful because it can be a backup for my violin. There is also a tuner that is very easy to carry because of its size. Speaking of strings, when I played this, the sound was perfect. It didn’t sound scratchy at all and was very easy to play. The string is also super sturdy and isn’t easy to break. There is also a little box in the violin in the case to put rosin in there, so I don’t have to put it in another bag. One last thing: I just found out that you can carry it by hand, or you can carry it like a backpack! Very convenient! I am so thankful to have found this. I have to be honest, this is worth the price!
Dan
Nice violin for beginners.
Got it for my teenage daughter who needed if for high school, last year we rented one and it came up much more than buying!
The violin requires a little set up, putting in the bridge and such.
Overall this is a good deal
Dan N
Very nice violin. Great quality. Love the case. Nothing bad to say.
yossef.Y
The product came very late, but it’s beauty as shows the picture, killed the anger in me in seconds.
It’s bright red blooms, more beautiful then any pictures is saw of violins.
As of it quality in my first use, it sounded pure and not creaking, even if I put low Rosen on the bow.
I hope it continues to satisfy me as it did today.
Leigh
I gave this violin five stars because it is exactly what I was expecting. I am an older person and have never played a violin before though I have played the clarinet. Because of asthma and wanting to still play music, I opted for the violin as it has a beautiful sound if played correctly. It came beautifully packaged and undamaged with all the appropriate pieces included in a prompt manner. It is difficult to hold the tuning on this violin but really. This is a beginner violin!! I had a slipping peg but with a little instruction from several youtubers I got it corrected to where this is not a problem currently. I will probably upgrade the bow and I am already upgrading the chinrest. This is one of the most difficult instruments to play period. I believe this is a great beginner instrument for those of us who want to try and have a limited budget. If I am still trying in a year or so, I will probably upgrade the violin itself but for the money, a great deal in my opinion.
Drake w.
I picked up this violin as a beginner. I am giving my cousin guitar lessons, in exchange for violin lessons (via zoom, I think he got the better deal, violin is hard). The violin got to my house on time and there was no damage. It comes with a case, rosin, extra strings, extra bridge, and a bow. The case is really nice for a beginner instrument and the violin seems durable and not flimsy. I gotta say it's cool and sophisticated, I just wish my ability to play it wasn't. My cousin agrees that this is a suitable beginner violin. Cheers!
Elvis B.
I bought this violin to begin to learn violin and because the all in one package was attractive to me. One thing i found great that even my violinist friends were impressed is how soft the tuners are. Usually they are very hard to turn in most cheap violins, but in this one, they were very easy to turn and tune.
As someone new to violin, i found the package very complete, even with spare strings which i didn't expect. And the installation process was very easy too. The video was clear and easy to follow that i could set it up myself without any need.
The case is also lightweight and it has enough space for the violin, the bow and extra things to carry.
Now, about the violin itself, it is honestly very easy to play. I've played before other cheap violins and they were harder to play. You could feel that you needed to press harder to make it sound, but this one was very easy to play since the first time. For someone like me, a beginner, this violin has been a great first instrument to have, and with everything that comes in the package and the total price, it was a great investment
Hyesil M.
This violin is perfect to practice for my 6 years old kid. I picked the 1/4 size and it fits well. The sound is also good, actually better than expected. The case also great to put and very light. I already recommended this one to my friend and her 8 years old daughter with 1/2 size liked this one too.
peederj
My first violin ever, I was able to get it set up fine in a half hour with help from YouTube, and I discovered, to my amazement, that it plays and sounds exactly like a Stradivarius.
And for the first 500 hours or so of my playing violin, that will remain true. After 10,000 hours of playing? Maybe not. But for those first 500 hours this instrument, as long as it is set up properly (which is difficult with any violin), definitely isn’t going to be the weak point in my product.
Would I feel better starting with a $350 kit than a $79 one? Maybe, but I might in turn be scared of damaging it (these are all fragile) and the investment would be at turns motivating and guilt-inducing alike. It’s the low points of the experience we have to watch out for, when you feel enough disgust to quit. Getting a new violin at the 500 hour mark will be a signal of progress and a boost of enthusiasm; if I survive that long I will also have a better idea what to look for in a fiddle.
D Bedford-Pugh
I have always wanted to learn to play the violin but figured that buying a brand-new one would be prohibitively expensive. I considered getting a used one but was concerned that I wouldn't know what to check, given I don't know much about them. I saw this and thought that, at this price, it was worth checking out even if it meant it was of inferior quality. I must say I am pleasantly surprised. It comes in an excellent case that feels like it will protect the violin incredibly well. The violin is of better quality than I expected. I did have a little trouble getting it tuned as the pegs wouldn't stay put. But after I watched a video about how to tune a violin, I discovered that sometimes you have to push the tuning pegs in a little. This did the trick and I was able to get it in tune very easily after that. I have already started an online violin course, and am really happy with the quality of tone that I am getting. Would it be acceptable to a professional violinist? Well, I'm sure they would opt for something of higher quality and at a greater expense. But at this price, this is an excellent bargain for a beginner like me. The accessories that come with it: a shoulder rest, an extra pack of strings, a spare rest, a rosin block, and a bow of course. Watching a couple of videos to see how to set it up (tuning, placing the bridge, adding rosin to the bow, etc.) and you'll be good to go. If you're interested in taking up this instrument, you can't go wrong with making this your first violin, and I think that having a luthier take a look at it (which I always do when I buy a new guitar, my primary instrument) will get it set up to be even better.
Helena
It’s a great violin for beginners, comes with everything it says, the package wasn’t damaged. Everything is pretty good, too just need patience to set it up (plenty of tutorials on YouTube) .
Jewell k.
I got this for me I thought my husband could teach me. . It comes with everything you need to be a beginner. My husband plays all kinds of instruments and was very impressed at the quality of this violin. It's very well made . The sound of it is wonderful and it is so well made. You can't beat the price for such a nice quality violin. The beauty of this is just amazing. Very giftable to that beginner. It has the case to keep it protected and extra strings. It has all you need to start out with. I thought it would be nice for me and my husband to have something to share together. This violin is so beautifully well made. It has such nice designs on it. You cant be the price for a good quality violin. it's made from good sturdy materials. This violin could he gift very easy. It come with a carrying case for that extra protection.
JeffJames
Nice quality and very playable. Nice price too!!
Momma
I got this violin for my kids. They both show interest and music and I have been trying to introduce them to different instruments. They have really loved this violin. I thought it was a great price as I don’t want to spend too much on their first one in case it isn’t the instrument for them. After using it though I think it will be a great one to start taking lessons with, it’s perfect for beginners. The size is just right. What makes this violin great for beginners is the imprinted finger guide. This helps them to quickly find the position for their fingers and form a good muscle memory of them. It is well made, all made by hand. It has a maple wood neck and all surfaces are nice and smooth. It looks and sounds beautiful.
MARI
The sound quality is good, it is excellent for beginners, case is good because my daughter fell and nothing happened to the violin.
Guy A.
My daughter wanted to try the violin so I purchased this Easter Brand model. The violin came nicely packed in a solid canvas covered case.
The instrument is well built with good fit and finish. The bow is appropriate for a beginner level violin.
Barry D.
Amazing, such a package at such a price. I am well into retirement and have tried my hand at several instruments with outcomes varying from useless to not at all bad. I wanted to try the violin without risking $1000, which is advised by the experts, but I never expected change from $100. I will never play in a concert hall, but i do expect a lot of fun from this instrument. If i never progress beyond beginner that's OK, and the violin will make a beautiful addition to my growing instrument collection when i hang it on the study wall. 5/5 stars for you.
Heidi
With the help of a trained violinist we are able to get this little wonder to play well. Great for a beginner
Amy G.
We bought this beginner violin for my 10 year old daughter. She’s small 10, so it fit her well. To someone who doesn’t know violins well, it looked beautiful and sounds great.
Jenny Neal-Teekasingh V.
I purchased this violin as a gift for my niece who has taken up playing the violin and did not have an instrument of her own. The body of the piece is striking in appearance, the fresh red color is a delight to behold. Craftsmanship of the piece is incredible. I do notice that it feels very lightweight, which is not what I was expecting. I played violin as a child and I remember my violin having a little more weight to it, but it could just be that I had kid arms/strength back then! LOL. The case is well constructed and the violin fits very well. I like that the set came with additional strings as well as an optional shoulder rest, and a pack of rosin, in addition to just the bow. Overall this is a very nice instrument for a beginner violin player.
SKN B.
This is my first violin as I’m learning to play. Did not want to buy an expensive one for learning purpose and that’s why I bought this from amazon. Very lightweight and beautifully crafted violin.
Based on tutorials, I did the initial setup and it was ready to play in 15 20 mins. It sounds beautiful when played correctly. My love for violin is increasing everyday!!
Maria Marrero E.
This purchase came super complete, it comes with everything I needed to start my violin lessons. In addition to the fact that the instrument has excellent sound and quality, it also comes with everything. the case is beautiful and the size is perfect to take with me wherever I go. very good quality and finish. I’m so happy with my new hobby
Gaurav Sharma K.
While I am new to the violin world, I bought this with super low expectations and I was decently surprised! I was expecting the sound post to be broken and for it to be impossible to tune, but luckily it came with everything alright! I absolutely love this violin kit. When it came nothing was out of place or broken, and all I had to do was tune the strings and rosin the bow. At first it was hard to tune, but the more I did it the easier it was (this has more to do with how you tune it than the actual violin itself). The bow is excellent quality, and it sounds great. Great beginner violin set.
Maria torres B.
The quality and craft are good, the gift for the child she is very happy
Gabriela L.
The quality and craft are good, the gift for the child she is very happy
Ali bammou L.
Very nice looking violin, accessories included And it’s really good for beginners like me
Rudy Parris W.
I love my new Eastar Violin. The markers on the fingerboard are amazing. This is a great violin for anyone who is interested in learning. The craftsmanship and quality is above par. And of course you cannot beat the price. Great purchase!
Amy F.
My daughter took it to her first lesson today and it played beautifully. I was nervous about purchasing a violin online after hearing teachers can be picky about brands, but her teacher was impressed with the quality for an Eastar purchase and said it will get her through a year or two. Definitely worth the money for a beginner.
Karmen B.
Comes with everything you need to get started. The package came neatly wrapped and handled with care. Upon opening the product, case is a soft case but high quality. Everything was nearly packed and ready to play. Setting up was easy especially with the video in description. Strings were pre-strung and ready to play after slight setup. Bow came untightened which is a plus to maintain the life of the bow. The bundle came with a shoulder rest, rosin, 2 bridges and extra strings. After tuning and playing, sound quality was loud and fantastic! I loved the imprinted finger guides. I found that to be super helpful especially for beginners who do not know where to place their fingers. The bridge has an imprint of the company's name which I liked, it made it look fancy. I was hesitant at first to purchase the product. But after giving it a try, definitely worth it and glad I gave it a chance. Customer care is super responsive and helpful. They do stand by their products if help or troubleshooting is needed. Reaching out to them was super easy and painless. They give pointers, guide you, and advice if needed. Definitely give it a try, you won't regret it.
Steve H.
This is a very nice package from Eastar. Included are the violin itself, a bow, two bridges, a shoulder rest, rosin and a very sturdy case to keep it all in. They even included an extra set of strings. Literally everything one needs to start playing violin.
I bought the 4/4 size (adult) but it is also available in 3/4, 1/2 and 1/4 sizes; one is available to fit a student of any age or stature.
One unique feature of this violin are the inlaid position dots on the fingerboard. These help new players easily find their correct finger position and are much more elegant than the "homebrew" methods (tape etc) that many resort to using.
The sound is good... it won't compete with high-end models, of course; but the tone is more than acceptable. And the price is less than many students pay for just a couple months rental of an instrument.
All in all, I'd definitely recommend this package and would buy again.
Jay, Boise Idaho D.
I love my new violin. I've wanted one for decades and since this one is inexpensive, I decided to give it a try. The case that is included is very nice. I was surprised that the violin doesn't come with any instructions, so unless you have an instructor or already know how to play, you will need to watch online videos. I'm certainly not an expert on violins, but I've been playing other instruments for years and also listening to bluegrass since I was a kid, and in my opinion I think this violin has great sound. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this is as good as the expensive violins, but it is a pretty darn good violin for a beginner. I recommend that you purchase a violin mute to use while learning, your ears will thank you
Darling Nikki D.
I bought this for my son who is on the autism spectrum. We saw a violin performance on TV and he was amazed. He really wanted to try lessons, but he has a tendency to get excited about a new activity and drop it shortly after. I didn't want to sink a lot of money into an instrument so I was excited to see this at such a good price. I was expecting something a little better than a toy, but I was blown away by the quality. It's a real instrument that looks beautiful and sounds amazing. I also love the case that it comes in. It really cushions the violin so it is safe from normal wear and tear. I like that it can be carried by a handle on the side or as a backpack. It contains everything you need to get started like strings and a matching bow. This is perfect for a beginner or even as a secondary instrument for a student to use at school.
Alexei Ruiz
For a beginner, this has got to be the best deal ever!
You get a full size 4/4 violin with case and accessories (shoulder rest, rosin, extra bridge and extra strings)
The build and quality is very impressive for a beginner. It’s hard to justify a few hundred dollars for a beginner, but for this price, it’s a perfect “try out” to see if this journey continues.
The sound is very nice and robust.
The violin does require setup as it ships without the bridge in place. Highly recommend an experienced player/teacher help you as it is a bit involved if you don’t know what it supposed to sound like. Because you of course will need to tune it.
The case is awesome. It has backpack straps and the padding and secure strap inside are great quality.
The tuning pegs are well-fitted and need to be pushed in to set the tension/friction to keep in place as you turn.
And the main feature of this beginner violin is the marked neck fingerboard. It really helps as you learn the finger placement.
Overall, I am so happy with this purchase!
Darling Nikki G.
I bought this for my son who is on the autism spectrum. We saw a violin performance on TV and he was amazed. He really wanted to try lessons, but he has a tendency to get excited about a new activity and drop it shortly after. I didn't want to sink a lot of money into an instrument so I was excited to see this at such a good price. I was expecting something a little better than a toy, but I was blown away by the quality. It's a real instrument that looks beautiful and sounds amazing. I also love the case that it comes in. It really cushions the violin so it is safe from normal wear and tear. I like that it can be carried by a handle on the side or as a backpack. It contains everything you need to get started like strings and a matching bow. This is perfect for a beginner or even as a secondary instrument for a student to use at school.
